3 d. ago Federal University Lokoja Appoints Professor Ibileye As 4th Vice Chancellor

The Governing Council of the Federal University Lokoja (FUL) has announced the appointment of Professor Gbenga Ibileye as the fourth Vice Chancellor of the University. The appointment is effective from February 15, 2026. The Registrar and Secretary to the Council, Dr Rebecca Aimiohu Okojie, announced that the appointment was approved by the Governing Council, chaired […]

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2 w. ago Scholar urges mandatory national walking policy to reduce Nigeria’s healthcare costs

PROF. Tajudeen Yusuf of the Department of Actuarial Science and Insurance, University of Lagos, has called on the Federal Government to legislate mandatory walking for Nigerians, noting that it could significantly reduce the nation’s healthcare expenditure. He made the call on Sunday, November 30, during the 2025 Walk for Life, Peace and Unity, an annual […]

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2 w. ago Akume, Dangote Receive Honorary Doctorates At Owerri Varsity

A total of 76 graduates of the Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) have made first class degrees in various academic disciplines, just as the secretary to the government of the federation, Senator George Akume, business mogul, Alhaji  Aliko Dangote and Mrs Ngozi Ekeoma are to receive honorary doctorate degrees. The vice chancellor of the […]

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2 w. ago FG, UP Plc partner to enhance youth capacities in publishing, printing

THE Federal Government and a publishing firm, University Press Plc, have partnered to strengthen the capacities of youths in the area of publishing, printing operations and management. The partnership is a three-month skill acquisition and empowerment training for beneficiary youths to make them job-ready in the world of printing, or even set up their own […]

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2 w. ago We’ve Released More Funds To Varsities For Infrastructure, Says Tinubu

Federal government has deployed funds to federal universities to address specific and high priority infrastructure deficits in the institutions. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the visitor to the Federal University, Wukari in Taraba State, stated this at the weekend, during the 8th and 9th combined convocation of the university. The president, who was represented by […]

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2 w. ago UNICAL ASUU urges FG to implement Briggs committee recommendations

The University of Calabar ASUU chapter calls on the Federal Government to honor and implement the Prof. Nimi Briggs-led committee recommendations for staff Read More: https://punchng.com/unical-asuu-urges-fg-to-implement-briggs-committee-recommendations/

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3 w. ago Ajogbe Agro Allied, UK, Nigerian Varsities Unveil Cattle Feed

Ajogbe Agro‑Allied Industries Ltd., has unveiled a total‑mixed‑ration (TMR) cattle feed, developed in partnership with the University of the West of Scotland and the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB). The innovation coincides even with the company, has it expanded one-time herd capacity to 5000 ruminants in Southwest Nigeria, a move projected to supply 250,000 […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria to collaborate with University of Doha to boost TVET

The Federal Government has announced plans to collaborate with the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST), Qatar, in line with the ongoing efforts to expand and modernise Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) across Nigeria. UDST is a leading institution for applied education and research, contributing to Qatar’s sustainable development and the […]

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3 w. ago FG partners university of Doha for science, technology to modernise technical education

The Federal Government has entered into a partnership with the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) to accelerate read more FG partners university of Doha for science, technology to modernise technical education

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3 w. ago Schools closure: ATBU, FedPoly comply with Bauchi govt’s directive

The two Federal tertiary institutions in Bauchi, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) and Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, have commended

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3 w. ago TASFUED debunks school closure over purported bandit invasion of Ijebu

The authorities of Tai Solarin Federal University of Education (TASUED), Ijagun, have urged members of the public to disregard reports circulating online claiming that the institution has been shut down following a purported invasion of Ijebu-Ode by bandits.

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4 w. ago ASUU warns of fresh crisis, urges FG to honour agreements, prioritise education

ASUU issues a strike warning, urging the Federal Government to honour agreements on salaries and university funding to avert a fresh nationwide crisis. Read More: https://punchng.com/asuu-warns-of-fresh-crisis-urges-fg-to-honour-agreements-prioritise-education/

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4 w. ago Youths threaten protest over appointment of new FUOYE VC, seek Tinubu’s intervention

YOUTHS under the auspices of Coalition of Youth for Development and Advancement in Ekiti State have called on President Bola Tinubu to annul the appointment of Professor Joshua Ogunwole as the vice chancellor-designate of the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE). The youths threatened to embark on a 90-day protest, if the demand is treated with […]

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4 w. ago Abdul Samad Initiatives Builds 110 Capacity Hostel For Minna Varsity At N310mn

The Abdul Samad Africa Initiatives (ASR Africa) has gifted the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, with N310 million Students’ Hostel Building. The project was funded by the ASR Africa Tertiary Education Grant Scheme. It is part of the Initiative’s ongoing commitment to delivering sustainable and high-impact interventions within Nigeria’s tertiary education sector. Speaking at […]

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