Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, has reached a significant milestone with 300 physiotherapists trained since the programme secured accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria (MRTB). Provost of the College of Health Sciences, Prof. O.T. Awotunde, made this known during the university’s 6th induction ceremony, where 68
The Edo Forum of Patriots (EFP) has congratulated Professor Idia Ize-Iyamu on her appointment as the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH). In a statement signed by Amb. Aiyamenkhue Edokpolo, representative of the Board of Trustees, and Hon. Pascal Ugbome, Chairman of the Transition Management Committee, described the appointment
James Hope University (JHU), Lagos, has appointed Professor Austin Nosike as its new Vice Chancellor, marking a fresh chapter in the institution’s leadership. The announcement was made during a ceremony at the Lekki campus, where Prof. Nosike was formally introduced as successor to Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abiola Babajide, who was praised for steering the
Rivers State University (RSU) has released the cut-off marks for undergraduate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. The announcement guides aspiring candidates on the minimum scores required for admission into various faculties and departments. According to the notice from the Registrar, Mrs Ibimonia B.S. Harry, programmes in Medicine and Surgery require the highest cut-off, with
Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) has released the first batch of admission offers for the 2025/2026 academic session. The announcement follows the completion of the university’s screening exercise, which included physical verification, biometric enrolment, and ranking based on JAMB UTME scores. Successful candidates are advised to check their names on the merit list published
The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) has prohibited the use of “drop” services, hired cabs or tricycles for personal transport—during peak morning hours. The Students’ Union Government (SUG) issued the directive in response to concerns over congestion and long queues at campus transport points, which have caused delays and frustration among students. The SUG
No fewer than 10,000 staff members from universities and polytechnics across Nigeria have begun intensive training in digital literacy under a government-backed scheme. The initiative, known as the 2025 Advance Digital Empowerment Programme for Tertiary Institutions (ADEPTI), is being implemented by the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) with full sponsorship from the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC).
Students at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), have raised concerns over the growing presence of cattle roaming freely across the campus. Herds of cows were recently seen blocking major roads and pedestrian walkways within the university, forcing students and staff to take detours or wait for the animals to pass. Some described the
The University of Offa, Kwara State, has announced a wide range of vacancies across academic and non-academic positions as part of its expansion plans. In a statement by Acting Registrar Jibola Oyewale, the private institution, licensed by the National Universities Commission, said the openings span the faculties of Social and Management Sciences, Sciences and Computing,
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has reached a compromise with students affected by the accommodation crisis in its halls of residence, following days of uncertainty and agitation. The Students’ Union stated that the issue had primarily affected students whose academic schedules extend beyond the standard calendar, particularly those in the Students’ Work Experience Programme (SWEP),
