15 September 2026

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NGO Launches Second Phase of Project to Reduce Plastic Waste in Nigerian Universities

U-Recycle Initiative Africa, a non-governmental organisation, has launched the second phase of its ‘PlasticWize’ project aimed at reducing plastic pollution in universities across Nigeria. Initially introduced in 2022 with support from the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the programme, themed ‘Redefining Sustainable Campuses,’ is designed to empower both student leaders and lecturers to make lasting environmental

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OAU Students Protest Over Missing ID Cards, Threaten to Boycott Examinations

Students at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife peacefully protested on Monday, demanding that the university issue them their identity cards. They gathered at the main gate, chanting that the examinations should not proceed without students having their ID cards. Issac Omoboriowo, President of the Great Ife Students’ Union, told reporters that for the past

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Nigeria’s Universities Must Prioritise Quality Research to Drive National Growth – Dr Mansur Muhtar
Universities

Nigeria’s Universities Must Prioritise Quality Research to Drive National Growth – Dr Mansur Muhtar

A former Minister of Finance and the newly appointed Chairman of the Bank of Industry (BOI), Dr Mansur Muhtar, has called on Nigerian universities to focus on delivering quality education and research to make a meaningful contribution to the country’s development. Speaking at Igbinedion University Okada’s 26th Founder’s Day Lecture in Benin, Muhtar emphasised the

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ASUU Slams Government Inaction, Warns of Fresh Disruptions in Universities
ASUU

ASUU Slams Government Inaction, Warns of Fresh Disruptions in Universities

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed deep concern over the Federal Government’s continued failure to honour agreements aimed at revamping Nigeria’s university system. Speaking at a press conference in Abuja, the newly elected ASUU President, Professor Chris Piwuna, described the government’s inaction on critical matters as a significant stumbling block to the

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NAFDAC Calls for Stronger Collaboration Between Universities,  Pharma Companies
Regulatory

NAFDAC Calls for Stronger Collaboration Between Universities,  Pharma Companies

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has urged Nigerian universities and pharmaceutical manufacturers to work more closely together to develop new medicines and vaccines. Speaking at the 38th Prof. Victor Olufemi Marquis Memorial Lecture at Obafemi Awolowo University, NAFDAC’s Director-General, Mojisola Adeyeye, stated that this partnership is key to reducing

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EKSU Secures Full NUC Accreditation for 18 Academic Programmes
Universities

EKSU Secures Full NUC Accreditation for 18 Academic Programmes

Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado Ekiti, has received full accreditation for 18 academic programmes from the National Universities Commission (NUC). The approval follows the October/November 2024 accreditation exercise conducted by the commission in Abuja. The confirmation was conveyed in a letter dated April 30, 2025, signed by Engineer Abraham Chundusu, Acting Director of Accreditation, on

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AFUED to Honour Prof. Toyin Falola with a Doctorate at the 35th Convocation
Universities

AFUED to Honour Prof. Toyin Falola with a Doctorate at the 35th Convocation

Renowned historian Professor Toyin Falola will be honoured with an honorary Doctor of Letters (D.Litt.) degree by the Adeyemi Federal University of Education (AFUED), Ondo. The award will be presented during the university’s 35th convocation ceremony, which will also feature the award of degrees, diplomas, certificates, and prizes to graduates from the 2017 to 2023

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Education Ministry Rejects Claims of Committee for BEA Scholars’ Reintegration
Ministries

Education Ministry Rejects Claims of Committee for BEA Scholars’ Reintegration

The Federal Ministry of Education has refuted media reports alleging that the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, inaugurated a committee to reintegrate returning Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scholars into Nigerian universities. In a statement released on Saturday, the ministry said the report titled “BEA: Education Minister receives committee’s report” is false and misleading,

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Nnamdi Azikiwe University Appoints Acting Vice Chancellor
Universities

Nnamdi Azikiwe University Appoints Acting Vice Chancellor

The Governing Council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has appointed Prof. Carol Arinze-Umobi as Acting Vice-Chancellor. In a letter dated May 16, 2025, Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Barrister. Olugbenga Kukoyi stated that Umobi’s appointment, effective May 19, 2025, follows her nomination by the University Senate and subsequent approval by the Governing Council,

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Why Schools with Fewer Than 2,000 Students May Lose TETFund Support
TETFUND

Why Schools with Fewer Than 2,000 Students May Lose TETFund Support

The federal government has introduced a new policy that bars tertiary institutions with fewer than 2,000 students from accessing TETFund support, aiming to promote accountability and ensure more efficient use of public funds. Minister of Education Tunji Alausa revealed this on  Friday during a one-day engagement in Lagos with heads of tertiary institutions, bursars, and

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