5 h. ago Kwara: Thomas Adewumi University matriculates 780 new students

Tribune Online Kwara: Thomas Adewumi University matriculates 780 new students “Indeed, these figures reflect the growing confidence that parents and students have in Thomas Adewumi University as a centre of academic excellence. Kwara: Thomas Adewumi University matriculates 780 new students Tribune Online

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8 h. ago Protest: NANS Southwest kicks as UI rusticates three students

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students, Southwest Zone (Zone D) has given the management of the University of Ibadan seven working days to provide clarity on the disciplinary proceedings initiated against three students, Olamide Gbadegeshin, Aduwo Ayodele, and Nice Linus, for their involvement in a peaceful protest against a recent fee increment. […] The post Protest: NANS Southwest kicks as UI rusticates three students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago NANS kicks as UI suspends two student activists over protest

Tribune Online NANS kicks as UI suspends two student activists over protest "Their crime? Holding placards with #FeesMustFall, a peaceful, symbolic act of protest at a time when..." NANS kicks as UI suspends two student activists over protest Tribune Online

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10 h. ago No Student Killed In Auchi Poly Crisis, Association Tells Obi

National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has declared that no student was killed in the recent crisis at the Federal Polytechnic in Auchi, Edo State. The denial followed the former governor of Anambra State and presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 election, Peter Obi’s claims that some students were killed during […]

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22 h. ago Holiday for Buhari: Tuesday SSCE exams will hold as scheduled – NECO

By Gabriel Dike The National Examinations Council (NECO) says the ongoing Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) will hold as scheduled tomorrow (Tuesday).   The Federal Government on Monday declared seven days of mourning and public holiday on Tuesday in honour of Late former President Muhammadu Buhari, students; schools; and even parents were confused with the […] The post Holiday for Buhari: Tuesday SSCE exams will hold as scheduled – NECO appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Old students should join hands with universities for more development – UI VC

Tribune Online Old students should join hands with universities for more development – UI VC The Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Professor Kayode Adebowale, has urged old students of the institution to support the university’s development efforts, stating that the government can no longer shoulder the responsibility alone. He made this statement at the commissioning of a public address system donated by the Great Independence Hall Alumni Association […] Old students should join hands with universities for more development – UI VC Tribune Online

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22 h. ago NNPP Chieftain mourns passing of Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona

… Describes Monarch as a Symbol of Peace, Development and Integrity The Southwest Chieftain of the New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP) and its 2023 gubernatorial candidate in Ogun State, Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the revered traditional ruler, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, who passed […] The post NNPP Chieftain mourns passing of Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Lagos LG polls: LP kicks, says outcome a mockery of democracy

Tribune Online Lagos LG polls: LP kicks, says outcome a mockery of democracy “The brazen self-allocation of all 57 council chairmanship seats and 375 out of 376 councillorship positions to the APC is not only shameless — it is unprecedented in Nigeria’s electoral history.” Lagos LG polls: LP kicks, says outcome a mockery of democracy Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Ogun students, youths mourn with Tinubu, Abiodun over Buhari, Awujale’s deaths

The national leadership of Coalition of Ogun State Students and Youths (COSSY) has commiserated with President Bola Tinubu and Governor Dapo Abiodun over Sunday’s demise of former President Muhammadu Buhari and the Awujalè and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland,  Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona. This is contained in a Monday statement signed by National Convener of COSSY, […] The post Ogun students, youths mourn with Tinubu, Abiodun over Buhari, Awujale’s deaths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago Varsity workers to begin nationwide protest over withheld salaries

From Adanna Nnamani, Abuja The National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) has threatened to embark on a series of nationwide protests beginning in August over the Federal Government’s failure to address key welfare issues, including the payment of three and a half months of withheld salaries and the non-implementation of the consequential adjustment of the […] The post Varsity workers to begin nationwide protest over withheld salaries appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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38 h. ago Protest As Court Frees Catholic Priest Convicted In Murder Conspiracy

After spending just 12 days in the Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Medium Custodial Centre (MCC), Justice Winifred Umohandi of the state High Court, has granted bail to the administrator of Saint Luke’s Hospital, Anua, Rev. Father Gabriel Ekong, on health grounds. Father Ekong, was among the five defendants convicted by the state High Court about […]

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46 h. ago APC chieftain condemns Amaechi’s alleged call for protest, urges unity

Olatunbosun Oyintiloye, A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Osun State, has condemned a statement allegedly credited to read more APC chieftain condemns Amaechi’s alleged call for protest, urges unity

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46 h. ago Withheld salaries: Nigerian varsity workers to hold nationwide protest, August 6

Tribune Online Withheld salaries: Nigerian varsity workers to hold nationwide protest, August 6 The National Association of Academic Technologists, NAAT, has threatened to commence nationwide protests from August 6, over the three and half months withheld salaries, non implementation of the consequential adjustment for the minimum wage among others. Withheld salaries: Nigerian varsity workers to hold nationwide protest, August 6 Tribune Online

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49 h. ago Edo NANS demands action against AAU lecturer accused of rape

From  Tony Osauzo, Benin The National Association of Nigerian Students, Joint Campus Council, Edo State, has appealed to the management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, and the Nigeria Police not to sweep under the carpet alleged rape allegations against a lecturer in the institution. The appeal was contained in a statement issued on Friday by […] The post Edo NANS demands action against AAU lecturer accused of rape appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Stipend given to female secondary school students in Kano increased from N20,000 to N60,000

Tribune Online Stipend given to female secondary school students in Kano increased from N20,000 to N60,000 The Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project has increased the annual Conditional Cash Transfer amount given to female students from ₦20,000 to ₦60,000 per beneficiary The AGILE project, supported by the World Bank, aims to improve secondary education opportunities for female students, particularly in underserved communities Also ,the Kano State AGILE CCT […] Stipend given to female secondary school students in Kano increased from N20,000 to N60,000 Tribune Online

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55 h. ago Nigerian fintechs partner to unlock study abroad opportunities for African students

Pay4Me, a fintech platform focused on international students, has partnered with Edubanc, an education finance company, to provide affordable funding read more Nigerian fintechs partner to unlock study abroad opportunities for African students

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55 h. ago Amid promotion crisis, NCC staff await board constitution by Tinubu

Tribune Online Amid promotion crisis, NCC staff await board constitution by Tinubu Recall that the NCC has been entangled in crisis following the protest by some staff over a controversial promotion exercise. Amid promotion crisis, NCC staff await board constitution by Tinubu Tribune Online

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58 h. ago Police nab two armed robbery suspects, recover stolen vehicle in Nasarawa

By John Ogunsemore The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested two suspected armed robbers and recovered a stolen vehicle in the early hours of Saturday. Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, SP Ramhan Nansel disclosed this in a Sunday statement. The police spokesman said that at about 3:00 am, the Divisional Police Officer […] The post Police nab two armed robbery suspects, recover stolen vehicle in Nasarawa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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59 h. ago Despite decades of awareness, HIV patients still suffer stigmatization

Tribune Online Despite decades of awareness, HIV patients still suffer stigmatization By: Abujah Rachael, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) In the brightly lit corridors of a Nigerian hospital, an unspoken fear lingers, not just among patients, but among the very hands trained to heal them. In spite of decades of awareness campaigns, scientific advances, and access to life-saving antiretroviral treatment, HIV remains a subject cloaked in […] Despite decades of awareness, HIV patients still suffer stigmatization Tribune Online

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60 h. ago Students find something better than yahoo as export institute opens hubs in universities

… How export skill can reduce japa syndrome – IEOM boss Students in universities in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and read more Students find something better than yahoo as export institute opens hubs in universities

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