Ekiti State University (EKSU) has begun renovation of its historic Government Hostel, known as the Great Taatan, following criticism over poor student accommodation. The move comes weeks after a viral video exposed the dilapidated state of Omolayo Hostel, a privately owned facility outside campus. Many students and commentators initially blamed EKSU for the decay, sparking
Fountain University, Osogbo (FUO), has announced that its Nursing Class of 2025 achieved a 100 per cent pass rate in the Midwifery Professional Examinations conducted by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN). The feat, which has drawn celebrations from students, faculty, parents, and administrators, marks a historic milestone for the institution’s nursing department.
Bayero University Kano (BUK) has reassured its commitment to regional academic cooperation with its participation in the ‘Wearing of the Gown’ ceremony at Dan Dicko Dankoulodo University of Maradi (UDDM), Niger Republic. A delegation led by Prof Muhammad Auwal Hussaini, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and representative of the Vice-Chancellor, Prof Haruna Musa, attended
The management of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, has denied claims that it plans to scrap specific courses or shut down certain faculties and departments. The university described the allegations made by the Bauchi State Concerned Citizens group as “unfounded and a figment of imagination.” Speaking at the Press Centre of the Nigeria Union
The Federal University of Technology, Akure Teaching Hospital (FUTATH) has taken a significant step to strengthen its clinical administration with the appointment of Dr Emmanuel Olaseinde Bello as the pioneer Chairman of its Medical Advisory Committee (MAC). The announcement was made by the hospital’s Chief Medical Director, Prof. Olusegun Ojo, who noted that the committee
The management of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi, is facing stiff resistance from its host community following reports of a plan to phase out all non-science and non-technology faculties from the institution. At a press conference on Tuesday, the Bauchi State Citizens Forum — a coalition of professors, lawyers, and activists — condemned the
Prof. Wande Abimbola, the former Vice Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), has warned that Nigeria’s university system is on the brink of collapse unless the Federal Government intervenes urgently with a bailout for academics. Speaking as a guest on Boiling Point Arena, a monthly interview programme hosted by media professional Dr Ayo Arowojolu and
A professor of Marketing Communication at Babcock University, Ogun State, Adesago Adefulu, has developed a research model aimed at deepening the understanding of consumer behaviour and improving marketing effectiveness. He unveiled the model during the university’s 54th inaugural lecture titled “Integrated Marketing Communication Transformative Power: The Adefulu Model.” Explaining his framework, Prof. Adefulu identified five
The Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia (FUASK), Kaduna State, has officially commenced academic activities with over 1,000 pioneer students. The new institution, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, opened its doors in September 2025 in line with the president’s directive that the university should begin operations without delay. Welcoming the first batch of students,
Bowen University has been advised to sustain its high standards in physiotherapy training as the institution continues to make strides in healthcare education. At the sixth induction ceremony for 68 new physiotherapy graduates, guest lecturer Prof. Adesola Odole praised Bowen for producing professionals who meet Nigeria’s healthcare needs. Speaking on the theme “The Person Behind
