The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has officially admitted 450 fresh students into its 2024/2025 Sandwich Programme. The matriculation ceremony took place on Friday, September 12, 2025, at the Faculty of Education Auditorium. It was led by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academics and Research), Prof. Bola Oboh, who represented the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Folasade Ogunsola. Prof. Oboh urged
A professor of Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Lagos, Omolola Olubunmi Orenuga, has raised an alarm over the link between a mother’s oral health and the well-being of her unborn child. Speaking during the 22nd Inaugural Lecture of the 2024/2025 academic session at the College of Medicine, UNILAG, Prof. Orenuga noted that poor oral
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has reminded applicants seeking its vacant positions to carefully follow new instructions on the career portal to avoid disqualification. According to the school’s communication unit, many applicants have signed up but failed to submit their forms correctly. The university stressed that all text fields must be typed directly into the
For many undergraduates at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), mathematics is a dreaded course that often shapes academic outcomes. Nevertheless, one student, Samuel Oyedokun, has turned his passion for the subject into a support system for his peers. Oyedokun, a self-described mathematics enthusiast, launched Boot Class three years ago to help fellow students
The African University of Science and Technology (AUST), Abuja, says it has developed two applications to support security agencies in tackling kidnapping and “One Chance” robberies. Acting President of AUST, Professor Azikiwe Onwualu, announced the initiative at a press briefing ahead of the university’s first National Conference on Science, Technology and Innovation Communications (STICOMS), scheduled
The Committee of Pro-Chancellors of State-Owned Universities (COPSUN) has urged the Federal Government to act swiftly to prevent a fresh strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). In a communiqué issued after its 69th meeting in Abuja, chaired by Acting Chairman Prof Ayodeji Omole, the pro-chancellors warned that Nigeria’s universities could not withstand
Bayero University, Kano (BUK), says it will construct 500 housing units for its staff to tackle a long-standing accommodation shortage. Vice-Chancellor Professor Haruna Musa announced the plan during the university’s second Registry Roundtable Discussion held at the Senate Chamber. He described the scheme as one of the most ambitious welfare projects in the institution’s history,
A Nigerian university graduate has captured social media attention by marking the end of his studies in an unusual and colourful way. Wearing a massive white Agbada, a traditional West African robe, he celebrated his sign-out ceremony with flair and humour. In a video shared online, the graduate is seen proudly donning the oversized outfit
Over 4,000 law graduates of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) have petitioned the Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Olasunkanmi Fagbemi SAN, over their exclusion from the 2025/2026 Nigerian Law School Bar Part II admission. The petition, signed by NOUN Law Graduates’ Association President, Mr. Adefowora Adedeji, and Secretary-General, Mr. Samuel Udofia, described
The University of Abuja has cautioned prospective students against falling victim to fraudsters who promise admission for a fee. In a notice posted on its official Facebook page, the institution warned applicants not to pay anyone — whether staff or students — in exchange for admission. It stressed that all admissions are strictly based on
