6 h. ago Disregard fraudulent messages in circulation – JAMB tells students 

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) wishes to inform the public particularly candidates that registered for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) about the circulation of false, misleading, and criminal messages targeting the candidates. JAMB spokesman, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, in a statement, on Wednesday, informed the candidates that the messages […] The post Disregard fraudulent messages in circulation – JAMB tells students  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Universities, others engage in frauds, preventing students’ loans access—NOA

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has disclosed the uncovering of corrupt practices by some tertiary institutions, in collaboration with certain read more Universities, others engage in frauds, preventing students’ loans access—NOA

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8 h. ago Kano to prosecute teachers found guilty of sexual harassment 

The Kano State Government has vowed to take decisive action against any teacher or school staff found guilty of sexually harassing students, declaring that such offenders will face the full wrath of the law. This is contained in a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Abba Yusuf on Student Matters, Ibrahim Sumaila, and Read More

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8 h. ago NELFUND: NANS condemns withholding of student loans, threatens protests

The National Association of Nigerian Students has voiced concern over the alleged non-disbursement of student loans by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, despite claims that funds have already been released. PUNCH online reports that an investigation into the handling of the Federal Government’s student loan programme revealed that some tertiary institutions, in collaboration with banks, Read More

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10 h. ago Institutions risk legal action hiding student loan disbursement information — NELFund

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has warned that tertiary institutions that fail to inform students of loan disbursements made read more Institutions risk legal action hiding student loan disbursement information — NELFund

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10 h. ago Tinubu unveils LEEP initiative, targets 2.5m jobs in 2 years

…Begs youths to stay, contribute to nation’s growth From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has officially launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), a new national initiative aimed at creating at least 2.5 million sustainable jobs within two years and transforming the Ministry of Labour and Employment into a job-creating powerhouse. Tinubu, at […] The post Tinubu unveils LEEP initiative, targets 2.5m jobs in 2 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Be good ambassadors of Kebbi in Saudi Arabia, Deputy Governor counsels students on scholarship

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi The Deputy Governor of Kebbi State, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, has admonished students preparing to study in universities across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to be worthy ambassadors of the State and Nigeria. Tafida who represented the Governor Nasir Idris at the commencement of a screening exercise and capacity-building workshop […] The post Be good ambassadors of Kebbi in Saudi Arabia, Deputy Governor counsels students on scholarship appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Shettima Launches 2.5m Jobs Scheme, Urges Nigerians To Embrace Opportunities At Home

Vice President Kashim Shettima has launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), an initiative aimed at creating 2.5 million jobs across various sectors. Anchored on six pillars of employment opportunities, LEEP which was developed by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment is designed to tackle youth unemployment and position Nigeria as a competitive […]

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14 h. ago Kebbi Govt Sponsors 70 Indigent Youths To Study In Saudi Arabia

Kebbi State government has sent 70 indigent youths to Saudi Arabia for undergraduate studies on religious and conventional programmes. This development was disclosed by the governor’s special adviser on Religious Affairs, Engr Imran ibn Usman, during a press briefing held at the Government House Press Centre in Birnin Kebbi. Imran disclosed that three candidates would […]

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14 h. ago Bauchi Partners With Canadian Firm To Launch Cybersecurity Training

The Bauchi State Government has partnered with Protexxa Inc, a rapidly growing Canadian organisation dedicated to enhancing digital safety by helping businesses identify and address cyber vulnerabilities, to deliver the Cyber Nations Initiative Cybersecurity Training Programme. Protexxa will now extend its expertise to Bauchi through this strategic alliance. The initiative aims to empower youths and […]

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22 h. ago Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Vice President Kashim Shettima launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP) on Tuesday at the State House Conference Centre, Abuja, aiming to tackle unemployment and equip Nigerians with skills for the global economy. The initiative targets 2.5 million direct and indirect jobs annually. Shettima, in a statement by his media […] The post Shettima launches Nigeria’s LEEP initiative to empower workforce, create 2.5m jobs annually appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Top graduating students who stole LASU’s 28th Convocation Spotlight

At the Lagos State University’s 28th Convocation ceremony, 12 first-degree graduating students emerged as the shining stars of the event, read more Top graduating students who stole LASU’s 28th Convocation Spotlight

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25 h. ago Tinubu officially launches LEEP initiative to generate 2.5 million jobs in 2 years

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has launched the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP), a national initiative designed to create at least 2.5 million sustainable jobs within two years and transform the Ministry of Labour and Employment into a hub for job creation. Speaking at the launch in Abuja on Tuesday, Vice President […] The post Tinubu officially launches LEEP initiative to generate 2.5 million jobs in 2 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago UNILORIN student sets new global record in Mathematics marathon lesson

With a lecture spanning 31 hours, 42 minutes, and 54 seconds, a 400-level University of Ilorin Mathematics Student, Kazeem Sanusi, has set a new Guinness World Book Record for the ‘Longest Mathematics Lesson’. According to a statement by Kunle Akogun, the institution’s Director of Corporate Affairs, the groundbreaking event on Tuesday, which representatives of Guinness Read More

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27 h. ago Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March

Oyo, Kaduna, Kebbi worst hit By Chinelo Obogo Nigeria’s cost of living crisis worsened in March 2025 as food inflation surged to 21.79 percent year on year, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has said. In a report released today, the NBS said the inflation is caused by the hike in price of essential staples […] The post Nigeria’s economic crisis worsens as food inflation soars to 21.79% in March -NBS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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32 h. ago ITF Replaces Starter Packs With Global Artisan Certification

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has scrapped the issuance of starter packs to graduates of its skills development programmes, opting instead for globally recognised certification standards that will qualify artisans for both domestic and international employment. Disclosing this in Abuja during a media briefing, the director-general of ITF, Dr. Afiz Oluwatoyin Ogun, said the shift […]

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34 h. ago Shock As Final Year AkwaPoly Student Slumps, Dies In Karate Pitch

Gloom has enveloped the Akwa Ibom Polytechnic (AkwaPoly) community at Ikot Osurua, in Ikot Ekpene local government area of Akwa Ibom State. It was a bleak weekend for the students of the Department of Journalism and Media Studies following the incident of their final year Higher National Diploma (HND) colleague, who slumped and died instantly […]

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36 h. ago Kebbi to sponsor 70 students to Saudi Arabia for various Degree programmes

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi  The Kebbi State Government has concluded arrangements to sponsor 70 students to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for conventional and religious degree programmes. The initiative is part of the ‘Kaura Capacity Building Project 2025’ under the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Religious Affairs. Special Adviser to […] The post Kebbi to sponsor 70 students to Saudi Arabia for various Degree programmes appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago ASIF Seeks UNDP’s Collaboration To Empower NYSC Members, Others

Activate Success International Foundation (ASIF) has taken a significant step towards enhancing youth development in Nigeria through a potential partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The Foundation’s Founder, Love Idoko-Uloko, disclosed this after meeting with the United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and the African Assistant Administrator of UNDP, Ahunna Eziakonwa, in the company of […]

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38 h. ago U.S. lawmakers propose bill to end work permits for int’l students

…programme displaces American professionals – proponents Lawmakers in the United States (U.S) have proposed a new law under the ‘Fairness read more U.S. lawmakers propose bill to end work permits for int’l students

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