5 h. ago UNILAG Don Tackles Firms For Opting To Fund BBNaija Show Over Research

A Professor of Employment Relations and Human Resource Management at the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Prof. Chris Obisi, has decried the funding of a reality TV show instead of research in Nigeria’s higher institutions, urging corporate organisations to step in and provide support. Obisi, who lectures at the University of Lagos, spoke on Channels Television’s […]

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6 h. ago Bida Poly Deploys Soldiers As Exam Invigilators As Lecturers Stay Away

The lingering industrial crisis at the Federal Polytechnic, Bida, Niger State, took a dramatic turn on Monday as soldiers were reportedly deployed to secure examination halls following threats from the Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP). Recall that ASUP had on September 15 declared an indefinite strike over 18 months of unpaid excess workload allowances. […]

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7 h. ago Overcrowding, poor funding weakening Nigerian universities – Ohaegbulam

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu Emeritus Professor Samuel Ohaegbulam, Foundation President of the Nigerian Academy of Medicine (NAMED), has raised alarm over the worsening state of Nigeria’s universities, warning that the unchecked expansion of institutions without regard for quality is weakening the entire system. Speaking at the 2025 Annual Lecture, Induction Ceremony and Scientific Conference of […] The post Overcrowding, poor funding weakening Nigerian universities – Ohaegbulam appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago Akwa Ibom Polytechnic bans sign out fun fare by graduating students

From Isaac Job, Uyo The management of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic has announced a total ban on activities lined up by final-year students to end their stay on campus. It was gathered that final year students in the institution have already prepared for signed out fan fare before the Polytechnic management decided to cancel it […] The post Akwa Ibom Polytechnic bans sign out fun fare by graduating students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago LagRide to deploy 10,000 drivers to boost mobility in ember months

LagRide, the smart mobility and e-hailing platform operated by CIG Group in partnership with the Lagos State Government, is rolling read more LagRide to deploy 10,000 drivers to boost mobility in ember months

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15 h. ago Why MPC should stay cautious in September meeting – Yemi Kale

As Nigeria’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) prepares for its September 22, 2025, meeting, Yemi Kale, Group Chief Economist. read more Why MPC should stay cautious in September meeting – Yemi Kale

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19 h. ago Lagos: Circularity in waste management is about $2.5 billion —Gbadegesin

Tribune Online Lagos: Circularity in waste management is about $2.5 billion —Gbadegesin Dr. Muyiwa Gbadegesin is the Managing Director, Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA). He was a keynote speaker at the just concluded annual lecture of Property and Environment Writers Association of Nigeria (PEWAN), where he shed more light on the waste-to-wealth initiatives of the state government. DAYO AYEYEMI interviewed him on the sidelines of the event. […] Lagos: Circularity in waste management is about $2.5 billion —Gbadegesin Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Unions Kick As Rector Denies Using Soldiers To Supervise Exams

Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) at the Federal Polytechnic, Bida and the National Association of Polytechnic Students, (NAPS) Senate arm have kicked against the use of mercenaries to conduct the ongoing second semester examination following the industrial action embarked upon by the lecturers. LEADERSHIP findings revealed that the polytechnic management went ahead to conduct […]

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24 h. ago Victimised lecturers: ASUU demands unconditional recall of sacked LASU 5, others

By Gabriel Dike The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called for the unconditional recall of sacked union leaders of the Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo, and others victimised members in some institutions. The call was made by Lagos ASUU Zone at a briefing held in LASU to mark ASUU Day of Solidarity with […] The post Victimised lecturers: ASUU demands unconditional recall of sacked LASU 5, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago NELFUND Seeks National Assembly Support On Education Financing

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has solicited the support and collaboration from the National Assembly to ensure that its 25 per cent allocation in the new Development Levy was fully realised and effectively deployed. Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, in a statement on Monday, noted that the 25 per cent allocation from […]

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26 h. ago UNICAL Professor calls for strategic use of arts in development

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Professor Esekong Andrew-Essien, a distinguished scholar of Theatre and Media Scenography in the University of Calabar, UNICAL, has called on the government to leverage visual and performing arts to drive development communication, stimulate economic growth, and foster social transformation. Delivering UNICAL’s 143rd Inaugural Lecture, Andrew-Essien highlighted the potential of combining visual, […] The post UNICAL Professor calls for strategic use of arts in development appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago Wike to commission roads, launch major infrastructure projects in Abuja

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, is set to commission two key road projects and kick-start construction on 12 new roads, alongside the deployment of solar lighting under the revitalized Light Up Abuja Programme, according to a statement issued by Senior Special Assistant Public Communications and Social Media, […] The post Wike to commission roads, launch major infrastructure projects in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago We’re deploying technology to modernise operational processes – FCSC Chairman

Tribune Online We’re deploying technology to modernise operational processes – FCSC Chairman He noted that the 2025 promotion examination for civil servants will be conducted through computer-based tests. We’re deploying technology to modernise operational processes – FCSC Chairman Tribune Online

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33 h. ago FG, REA sign pact to power grazing reserves with solar energy

The Federal Government, on Friday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rural Electrification Agency (REA) to deploy solar read more FG, REA sign pact to power grazing reserves with solar energy

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39 h. ago NiMet warns of possible flooding in Adamawa, Taraba and Gombe

residents in flood-prone areas urged to stay alert The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a warning of possible flooding read more NiMet warns of possible flooding in Adamawa, Taraba and Gombe

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43 h. ago NLNG champions methane reduction, rallies global industry to act

Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) has intensified its campaign to curb methane emissions, embedding preventive measures into facility design, upgrading existing assets, and deploying new technologies, according to its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Philip Mshelbila. Speaking on a high-level panel at the 2025 Gastech Conference in Milan, Italy, Mshelbila disclosed that NLNG is close […] The post NLNG champions methane reduction, rallies global industry to act appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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60 h. ago Ohanaeze Moves To Protect Igbo Language, Forms Special Committee

The apex Igbo socio-cultural organization Ohanaeze Ndigbo has set up a special committee to design a framework for reviving and safeguarding the Igbo language from running out of extinction. President General Senator John Azuta Mbata disclosed on Saturday while receiving the 2025 Ahiajoku Lecture planning committee. The meeting was held at the organization’s secretariat in […] The post Ohanaeze Moves To Protect Igbo Language, Forms Special Committee appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 d. ago Stay true to your calling, your niche will find you – Bidemi Olaoba

By Rita Okoye Gospel highlife sensation Abidemi Ayodeji Ogunmolu, popularly known as Bidemi Olaoba, has emerged as one of the most vibrant young voices redefining contemporary gospel music. In this interview with Sunday Sun, he reflects on how his talent transformed his life and shares his vision for the future of the industry. Enjoy! Last […] The post Stay true to your calling, your niche will find you – Bidemi Olaoba appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago I wore my father’s clothes to lecture halls in the university ― Agbeyo

Tribune Online I wore my father’s clothes to lecture halls in the university ― Agbeyo Dr Babatope Agbeyo, Chairman, Gem Giant Limited, shared the story of his life with SEGUN KASALI. Despite many challenges encountered growing up, you still became a billionaire. How did you brave the odds? I am not, in any way, different from other children who came from a challenging background. I may be able to say […] I wore my father’s clothes to lecture halls in the university ― Agbeyo Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Deploy technology to transform medical care in Nigeria, Ondo varsity urges FG

The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED), Ondo, in Ondo State has called on the federal government to deploy technology and read more Deploy technology to transform medical care in Nigeria, Ondo varsity urges FG

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