The management of the Federal University of Education Zaria (FUEZ) has placed a total ban on students giving gifts to lecturers during lectures, examinations, or any academic activity. In a statement, the school said the practice amounts to academic corruption because it can affect fairness and integrity. While the university appreciates students showing gratitude to
The Vice Chancellor of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, Prof. Bashir Garba, has praised President Bola Tinubu’s education policies, saying they are already transforming Nigeria’s higher education sector. Speaking at the university’s 50th anniversary and 42nd convocation ceremony, Prof. Garba noted that improved funding frameworks and policy reforms under the current administration are boosting academic quality
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has reaffirmed its commitment to nurturing the next generation of Nigerian leaders through mentorship and character development. Vice Chancellor Prof. Adamu Ahmed pledged the maiden edition of “Lunch With the Vice Chancellor – ABU Future Leaders’ Forum” held as part of activities marking the university’s 63rd anniversary. Prof. Ahmed said
The National Universities Commission (NUC) and professional bodies are in a tussle over who should control accreditation of university courses, a dispute experts say is pushing up the cost of education in Nigeria. While the NUC is the primary regulator of universities, several professional bodies also run separate accreditation for specific courses. This overlap has
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has held its 405th Inaugural Lecture, delivered by Professor Margaret Olubunmi Afolabi, the first female Professor of Pharmacy Administration in West Africa. Speaking on the topic “Beyond Counting, Pouring and Sticking: Managing Pharmacy Operations for Quality Service”, Prof Afolabi argued that pharmacists in Nigeria remain underutilised despite being highly trained and
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has announced the keynote speakers for the fifth edition of its International Week, scheduled for 13–17 October 2025. Those expected to lead discussions include Prof Steve West, Vice-Chancellor of the University of the West of England; Yvonne Ike, Managing Director and Head of Sub-Saharan Africa at Bank of America; Emmanuel
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has invited nominations for the award of honorary degrees at its 2025 Convocation scheduled for December. The university said its Honorary Degrees Committee would soon begin consideration of nominations in line with Statute 18(1) of the University Laws, which allows for the conferment of honorary degrees without examination. According to
Professor Risikat Oladoyin Dauda, the Director of the Distance Learning Institute at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), has been named a Fellow of the Nigerian Economic Society (NES). The award was conferred at the society’s 66th Annual Management Conference in Abuja, in recognition of her contributions to economics and commitment to academic excellence. UNILAG Vice-Chancellor,
Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, has warned prospective students and the general public about fraudulent activities by scammers posing as school representatives. According to a statement released by the school management, fake payment details are being circulated online and through direct messages, urging unsuspecting applicants to pay an “eligibility fee” as part of the admission
The Students’ Union of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has reached an agreement with the school authorities over the recently introduced ₦10,000 fee for extended stay in halls of residence. The Division of Student Affairs (DSA) had directed that only students with valid accommodations during the 2023/2024 session would be eligible to apply for the extension,
