The Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), has warned new students that violations of university rules could lead to suspension or expulsion, amid concerns about growing campus misconduct. Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Festus Adeosun, addressed freshmen on September 19 during orientation, urging them to prioritise their studies and maintain discipline. He cited examination malpractice,
The Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA) has dismissed speculation of a mid-semester break for the current academic session. In a statement issued on Friday, the Directorate of Academic Planning and Monitoring stated that no such decision had been made, and academic activities would continue as scheduled. The memo, signed by Professor Daud Mustafa, the Director, was
The Student Union Government (SUG) of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has suspended its President, Chinedu Ozoagu, and seven other executive members over serious allegations of cultism, student murder, intimidation, and financial misconduct. Those suspended include Deputy Speaker Ihentugo Rejoice, Emmanuel Asadu, Agbo Sobechukwu Malachy, Chinweike Dorothy, Victory Chidiebere, Chukwuma JohnPaul, and Edmund Solomon.
Benue State University has promoted 146 lecturers to associate and full professorships after a backlog of pending cases dating back to 2021. Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof Simon Ubwa, announced the development in Makurdi on Wednesday, saying the delays had been unacceptable. “When I came, there were 146 senior lecturers and associate professors waiting for promotions
Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, has held an orientation programme for its newly recruited staff members who joined the institution between January 2024 and September 2025. The programme was designed to acquaint the fresh staff with the university’s vision, mission, values of excellence and integrity, work ethics, and available support services. The orientation was held
Babcock University has dismissed allegations circulating online that a candidate for Vice-Chancellor, Afolarin Ojewole, was involved in past sexual misconduct. In a statement, the university labelled the claims as false, malicious, baseless and “fabricated attempt to tarnish reputations” and disrupt its transparent leadership selection process. The university emphasised that no complaints or disciplinary actions have
The Governing Council of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, has dismissed reports that it was ordered by the Edo State Government to restart the process of appointing a substantive Vice-Chancellor. In a statement signed by the Principal Assistant Registrar for Media and Protocol, Otunba Michael Aladenika, the Council said the selection exercise it conducted remains
The University of Lagos has introduced official colours for its academic faculties following an expansion from 12 to 19. The institution said the colours are intended to give each faculty a distinct identity and will be used in ceremonial regalia, branding, and official events. According to the university, the initiative is part of efforts to
Prof Gbenga Aribisala, the Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti, has vowed that the university will prioritise competence in its staff recruitment expected to take place soon. The Vice-Chancellor disclosed this at Ikoyi Ekiti in the Ikole Local Government area of Ekiti during a reception in his honour
The University of Abuja is grappling with a governance crisis following the federal government’s dissolution of its Governing Council and removal of Vice-Chancellor Professor Aisha Sani Maikudi in February 2025. The action, which also saw the appointment of a new Pro-Chancellor and subsequent imposition of two acting vice-chancellors within six months, has drawn criticism across
