7 h. ago FG applauds Saudi’s educational cooperation, cultural exchange with Nigeria

Official says over 850 Nigerian students in Saudi Arabian universities From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government has applauded the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its longstanding commitment to fostering educational cooperation and cultural exchange with Nigeria. Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Said Ahmed, gave the commendation during the opening of the Forum of […] The post FG applauds Saudi’s educational cooperation, cultural exchange with Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago FG targets delivery of hostel accommodation in Nigerian universities

Tribune Online FG targets delivery of hostel accommodation in Nigerian universities LAUNCHED under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, the Federal Government, through Family Homes Funds Limited (FHFL), the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), and private investors, is coming up to address the chronic shortage of accommodation in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. The initiative aims to deliver 38,400 modern hostel bed spaces across 24 tertiary institutions, encompassing […] FG targets delivery of hostel accommodation in Nigerian universities Tribune Online

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13 h. ago FG applauds Saudi’s longstanding educational cooperation, cultural exchange with Nigeria

…As official says over 850 Nigerian students in Saudi Arabian universities From Aidoghie Paulinus, Abuja The Federal Government, has applauded the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its longstanding commitment to fostering educational cooperation and cultural exchange with Nigeria. The Minister of State, Education, Suwaiba Said Ahmed, gave the commendation during the opening of the Forum […] The post FG applauds Saudi’s longstanding educational cooperation, cultural exchange with Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago My uncles think I’ll be a great trial attorney, become Chief Justice of Nigeria one day — Susan Omeh, lawyer, Harvard Law School master’s student

Tribune Online My uncles think I’ll be a great trial attorney, become Chief Justice of Nigeria one day — Susan Omeh, lawyer, Harvard Law School master’s student Susan Omeh graduated in the top three per cent and received the Icon Female Law Student Award from the Faculty of Law, University of Nigeria. She also bagged a First Class from the Nigerian Law School. For her Master’s in Law (LLM) programme, she received admission offers from Harvard Law School, Columbia Law School, and […] My uncles think I’ll be a great trial attorney, become Chief Justice of Nigeria one day — Susan Omeh, lawyer, Harvard Law School master’s student Tribune Online

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5 d. ago ‘Difficult patients’ common, but not a distinct diagnosis of ill health, expert says

Tribune Online ‘Difficult patients’ common, but not a distinct diagnosis of ill health, expert says ALTHOUGH managing difficult or frustrating patients requires experience, clinicians can enhance their professional lives and job satisfaction while also improving patient outcomes by identifying common causes of challenging behaviour and implementing effective strategies. Dr Folajimi Senjobi, a family medicine specialist at University College Hospital, Ibadan, made this assertion during the Oyo State Nigerian Medical Association […] ‘Difficult patients’ common, but not a distinct diagnosis of ill health, expert says Tribune Online

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5 d. ago SSANU threatens fresh action over withheld salaries, unfulfilled agreements

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has warned that universities may be plunged into another round of industrial crisis if the Federal Government fails to release withheld salaries and honour outstanding agreements reached with the union. The warning came at the end of SSANU’s 52nd National Executive Council (NEC) […] The post SSANU threatens fresh action over withheld salaries, unfulfilled agreements appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FG charges varsities to tackle poverty, food insecurity with research

Tribune Online FG charges varsities to tackle poverty, food insecurity with research The Federal Government has challenged Nigerian universities to tackle poverty, food insecurity, and climate challenges through research. Minister of State for Humanitarian and Poverty Reduction, Dr Tanko Sununu, gave the charge at the third annual scientific conference and Alumni General Meeting (AGM) of the College of Health Sciences (CHS) of the Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto […] FG charges varsities to tackle poverty, food insecurity with research Tribune Online

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1 week ago SSANU, NASU extend strike ultimatum over unresolved welfare issues

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Joint Action Committee (JAC) of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Universities and Allied Institutions (NASU) has extended its strike ultimatum to the Federal Government by two weeks. The unions had earlier issued a seven-day ultimatum over unpaid and disputed welfare allowances, […] The post SSANU, NASU extend strike ultimatum over unresolved welfare issues appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago US spotlights opportunities for Nigerian students in American universities

Tribune Online US spotlights opportunities for Nigerian students in American universities Neubert outlined the process for applying to American schools, stressing the importance of planning ahead. US spotlights opportunities for Nigerian students in American universities Tribune Online

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2 w. ago How Nigerian man used fake emails to siphon $235,000 from US university — Officials

Tribune Online How Nigerian man used fake emails to siphon $235,000 from US university — Officials Believing the emails to be genuine, the university updated the construction firm’s payment details to an account controlled by Adepoju, leading to a transfer of about $235,266 How Nigerian man used fake emails to siphon $235,000 from US university — Officials Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Nigerian professors earn less than 3 hours of gardening wages in the U.S

Professor Wande Abimbola, former vice-chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, has revealed that Nigerian professors are now earning ‘scandalous’ monthly read more Nigerian professors earn less than 3 hours of gardening wages in the U.S- Professor

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2 w. ago Eni awards 30 postgraduate scholarships to Nigerian graduates

Eni’s subsidiary, Nigerian Agip Exploration Limited (NAE), in partnership with NNPC Limited under the NAE Production Sharing Contract (PSC), has awarded postgraduate scholarships to 30 Nigerian graduates for the 2025/2026 academic session. Of the beneficiaries, 10 will study in leading universities overseas, while the remaining 20 will pursue postgraduate degrees in Nigerian universities. The fields […] The post Eni awards 30 postgraduate scholarships to Nigerian graduates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. 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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3 w. ago NASU, SSANU threaten to join ASUU on indefinite strike, issue seven

The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have read more NASU, SSANU threaten to join ASUU on indefinite strike, issue seven-day ultimatum

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3 w. ago NASU, SSANU threaten strike over unpaid allowances, withheld salaries

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) have issued a seven-day strike notice to the Federal Government over unresolved labour matters affecting their members in universities and inter-university centres. In a letter jointly signed by NASU General Secretary, Prince […] The post NASU, SSANU threaten strike over unpaid allowances, withheld salaries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Bowen physiotherapy graduates hit 300 as varsity holds 6th induction ceremony

Tribune Online Bowen physiotherapy graduates hit 300 as varsity holds 6th induction ceremony The Provost of the College of Health Sciences, Bowen University, Iwo, Osun State, Professor O.T. Awotunde, has announced that the university has produced a total of 300 Physiotherapy graduates for the Nigerian and international healthcare labour markets since the programme’s accreditation by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Medical Rehabilitation Therapists Board of Nigeria […] Bowen physiotherapy graduates hit 300 as varsity holds 6th induction ceremony Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Alumni Association Reinforces Support For Educational Growth, Wellness

The 1993 Set of Nigerian Universities Accounting Students Association – Finance Students Association (NUASA-FINSA), University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), have emphasised the role Alumni plays in fostering educational development in providing essential facilities, promoting academic excellence, and ensuring institutions remain equipped to nurture future generations. Hence, the collective support has acted as crucial bridge between the […]

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4 w. ago Airtel Africa Foundation Awards Tech Scholarships To 2 Nigerian Students

  Airtel Africa Foundation, through Airtel Nigeria, has awarded two Nigerian students fully-funded scholarships to study at Plaksha University, India, under the Airtel Africa Fellowship programme. The two recipients, Terence Ifeanyichukwu and Ali Usman Mohammed emerged successful after a highly competitive selection process and will pursue undergraduate degrees in technology-related fields, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), […]

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last month Prominent scholars commence research on fake news trackers in Nigeria

From Aloysius Attah, Onitsha   A team of prominent scholars from Nigerian universities has embarked on a research project to develop an Artificial Intelligence-driven platform, “Naija Falsehood Buster,” and establish a national hub for tracking and evaluating falsehoods across the country’s digital and broadcast media space. The project also involves creating national database of influential […] The post Prominent scholars commence research on fake news trackers in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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