18 h. ago NELFUND Has Reduced Financial Burden On Students, Says UNIBEN VC

The Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, Professor Edoba Omoregie, on Monday said the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) introduced by the President Bola Tinubu-led administration has drastically reduced the financial burden faced by Nigeria students in tertiary institutions. Prof Omoregie said since his assumption into office, students have been encouraged to enrol in […]

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19 h. ago Lagos Assembly adopts report on medicine, health sciences varsity bill

Members of the Lagos State House of Assembly have adopted the report of the Joint House Committee on Education (Tertiary Institutions) and

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37 h. ago Over 9,000 Beneficiaries Recorded As FG Launches Tertiary Institutions Staff Fund

About 248 institutions nationwide have been cleared to participate in the programme. The post Over 9,000 Beneficiaries Recorded As FG Launches Tertiary Institutions Staff Fund appeared first on Channels Television.

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5 d. ago Nigeria’s private education crisis is endangering the nation’s future

Nigeria’s private education sector – from crèches and primary schools to tertiary institutions – has grown rapidly in recent years, read more Nigeria’s private education crisis is endangering the nation’s future

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6 d. ago Procurements up to N10bn to be handled by tertiary institutions — FG

The Federal Government has announced a comprehensive plan to reform the procurement system in the education sector and ensure that all federal tertiary institutions are connected to high-speed broadband via the Nigerian Research and Education Network (NG-REN) by 2026. The Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, made this known at a joint meeting of ministers […]

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9 d. ago Tinubu approved Epe university before ban on new tertiary institutions – Minister

The Federal Ministry of Education has clarified that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, approved the establishment of the Federal University of read more Tinubu approved Epe university before ban on new tertiary institutions – Minister

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1 week ago Oyo tertiary institution pensioners appeal to Makinde over pension review implementation

According to him, although the union has continued to engage the heads of institutions and relevant ministries to secure the necessary circular, no progress

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1 week ago Tertiary institutions must submit data, financial reports annually – Minister

Maruf Olatunji Alausa, minister of education, has directed all tertiary institutions across Nigeria to comply with a mandatory annual data read more Tertiary institutions must submit data, financial reports annually – Minister

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2 w. ago Governance, transparency portal to strengthen accountability in federal tertiary institutions – Alausa

…says we are engaging all unions Tunji Alausa, minister of education said the federal government on Tuesday launched federal tertiary read more Governance, transparency portal to strengthen accountability in federal tertiary institutions – Alausa

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2 w. ago Japa: FG approves recruitment of over 15,000 health workers in 2025

The federal government says it has approved the recruitment of over 15,000 health workers across Federal Tertiary Institutions, in a read more Japa: FG approves recruitment of over 15,000 health workers in 2025

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2 w. ago Federal Government Begins Disbursement Of Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund

The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the commencement of disbursement under the Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund (TISSF) to strengthen staff welfare, institutional productivity, and innovation across Nigeria’s tertiary education system. This was contained in a press statement released late Thursday night and made available to the media by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press […]

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2 w. ago FG commences disbursement of tertiary institution staff support fund

The Federal Government has commenced the disbursement of funds under the Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund (TISSF) designed to

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2 w. ago Fintiri Pays N30m Medical Expenses To Mark Birthday Anniversary

Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri donated N30 million on Tuesday to cover the medical expenses of patients at two tertiary health institutions in the state. The Governor announced a donation of N15 million to patients at the Specialist Hospital, Yola, and another N15 million to the endowment fund of Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital (MAUTH), Yola, […]

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3 w. ago Nigeria’s Ivory Towers And The Urgency To Utilise TETFund Allocations

Nigeria’s higher education system stands at a critical crossroads. While the country continues to invest billions through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), many institutions have been unable to fully utilise the funds allocated to them. From uncompleted projects to delayed procurement processes, the persistent issue of unutilised funds paints a troubling picture of how […]

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3 w. ago Uba Sani approves 70% salary increase for Kaduna tertiary institutions

unions suspend one-month strike after dialogue with government Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has approved the implementation of 70 read more Uba Sani approves 70% salary increase for Kaduna tertiary institutions

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4 w. ago Kaduna Tertiary Institution Workers Suspend Strike As Governor Approves New Salary Structure

Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani, has approved the implementation of 70% of the 2024 CONPCASS/CONTEDISS salary structure for staff of the State-owned tertiary institutions, effective October 2025. The government said the approval was part of Governor Sani’s administration commitment to improving workers’ welfare and revitalising the education sector. The government further said the approval followed […]

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4 w. ago Uba Sani approves implementation of new salary structure for tertiary institutions

Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has approved the implementation of 70% of the 2024 CONPCASS/CONTEDISS salary structure for staff of all state-owned tertiary institutions, effective October 2025...

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4 w. ago NELFUND Opens Student Loan Application Portal For 2025/2026 Academic Session

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the official opening of its student loan application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session, offering financial support to students across tertiary institutions in the country. According to the agency, the application window will run from Thursday, October 23, 2025, to Saturday, January 31, 2026. This was contained […]

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last month Why removing maths for arts students weakens Nigeria’s human capital competitiveness

THE Federal Government’s recent decision to remove Mathematics as a mandatory subject for admission into tertiary institutions for students in the Arts and Humanities—announced on October 15, 2025—has generated wide debate across the country. Intended to expand access for students who struggle with Mathematics, the policy may appear compassionate. Yet it risks eroding standards, weakening […]

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