11 h. ago Medical, dental consultants seek end to Umahi varsity crisis

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Old Ohaozara Medical and Dental Consultants Forum, a group of indigenous medical and dental experts, has urged the Federal Ministries of Education and Health and Social Welfare to step in quickly. They want resolution to the conflict between Prof. Jesse Uneke, Vice Chancellor of David Umahi Federal University of Health […] The post Medical, dental consultants seek end to Umahi varsity crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Malpractice: Varsity lecturer advocates ban of smartphones in secondary, tertiary education 

From Lateef Dada, Osogbo   A lecturer at the Al-Hikmah University, Kwara State, Dr. Olorunnisola Kola Saeed, has adviced the federal government to make an educational policy for the ban of smart phone for students in secondary and tertiary institutions in Nigeria.    Speaking at the 2nd national symposium of Mission for the Eradication of […] The post Malpractice: Varsity lecturer advocates ban of smartphones in secondary, tertiary education  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Protesters Storm Ministry, Demand Suspension Of FUOYE VC Over Alleged Sexual Harassment

Protesters stormed the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja on Thursday, demanding the suspension of Professor Abayomi Fasina as the Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE). Carrying placards with various inscriptions such as “Ekiti deserves better”, “Protect our women”, among others, the protesters argued that the VC cannot be in the office while being […]

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3 d. ago Odegbami Tells West Africa To Bid For World Cup Hosting Right

Legendary Nigerian footballer, Dr Segun Odegbami has called on West African sub-region to bid for the hosting right of the World Cup to enable the region harness the abundant potentials and fortunes in the tournament. Odegbami made the call on Wednesday while presenting the 15th distinguished public lecture series of the Federal University Lokoja, Kogi […]

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5 d. ago Nasarawa Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue Two Students

Operatives of Nasarawa State Police Command have arrested a notorious kidnapper and rescued two Federal University of Lafia students. In a statement by the Command’s Spokesman, Nansel Ranham, on Tuesday, disclosed that Sarawak State Police Command received a distress call on the 1st of April, 20225, reporting an attack by suspected kidnappers at a student […] The post Nasarawa Police Arrest Suspected Kidnapper, Rescue Two Students appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Edo APC Chieftain Hails Tinubu, Ihonbvere Over Afuze Sport Varsity 

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Etsako East local government area of Edo State, Mr Vitalis Eshokene, has hailed President Bola Tinubu and the member representing Owan federal constituency, Prof. Julius Ihonbvere over the establishment of Federal University of Sports in Afuze Edo State. Eshokene, a former executive director, Oil and Gas to […]

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5 d. ago I didn’t direct protest against Ebonyi teaching hospital – Umahi

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Minister of Works, David Umahi, has denied directing protest against David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital in Ebonyi State. There have been protests against the management of the hospital since last week by the host community with the Minister accused of directing the protest. The protests have caused tension in the […] The post I didn’t direct protest against Ebonyi teaching hospital – Umahi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago War at hospital: Ebonyi community, health facility management trade blames, stage protest, counter protest

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki All is not well at the  David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital (DUFUTH), in Uburu, Ohaozara Local Government Area of Ebonyi State as medical and other  activities are suffering setbacks following the crisis between the host community and the hospital. The community and workers of the health institution held protest and […] The post War at hospital: Ebonyi community, health facility management trade blames, stage protest, counter protest appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago US Varsity Clarifies Revocation Policy For International Students

The University of Chicago has provided clarification to help ease concerns for international students on revoked F-1 or J-1 visas. The United States recently instructed consular offices to expand their screening processes for student visa applicants. This also includes thorough social media checks to identify individuals who may support terrorism. Revocation indicates that one’s visa […]

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6 d. ago I didn’t direct protest against Ebonyi Federal University Teaching hospital – Umahi

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki   Minister of Works, David Umahi has denied directing protest against David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital in Ebonyi State.   There have been protests against the management of the hospital since last week by the host community with the Minister accused of directing the protest.   He urged community members […] The post I didn’t direct protest against Ebonyi Federal University Teaching hospital – Umahi appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Edo APC Chieftain Hails Tinubu, Ihonbvere Over Afuze Sport Varsity

A chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Etsako East local government area of Edo State, Mr Vitalis Eshokene, has hailed President Bola Tinubu and the member of House of Representatives representing Owan Federal Constituency of the State, Prof. Julius Ihonbvere, over the establishment of Federal University of Sports in Afuze area of the […]

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7 d. ago FUTA Teaching Hospital to boost healthcare services in Ondo — Akure leaders

Tribune Online FUTA Teaching Hospital to boost healthcare services in Ondo — Akure leaders Following the approval of the establishment of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) Teaching Hospital in Akure, the Ondo State capital, leaders of the Akure community have stated that it will significantly enhance the provision of effective healthcare services for the people of Ondo State and Nigeria as a whole. FUTA Teaching Hospital to boost healthcare services in Ondo — Akure leaders Tribune Online

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7 d. ago Doctors threaten service suspension at Ebonyi hospital amid tension

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki The Association of Resident Doctors at David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital, Uburu, Ebonyi State, has threatened to suspend services at the hospital if the ongoing tension persists. Tension has been pervading the hospital since last week when the community protested against the management of the health institution over what they […] The post Doctors threaten service suspension at Ebonyi hospital amid tension appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago I sacked six professors for sexual harassment within two months in Lokoja University – Ndoma Egba

Former Senate Leader and Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba, read more I sacked six professors for sexual harassment within two months in Lokoja University – Ndoma Egba

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7 d. ago ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: We lost 18 members in one month—Osodeke, ASUU president

Tribune Online ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: We lost 18 members in one month—Osodeke, ASUU president Professor Emmanuel Osodeke, President of the Academic Staff of Universities (ASUU) in this exclusive interview with TUNBOSUN OGUNDARE, speaks on wide range of issues including the state of the nation, mass production of First Class graduates by the private universities, update on the union face-off with the Federal Government, among others. Excerpts: WHAT is the […] ECONOMIC HARDSHIP: We lost 18 members in one month—Osodeke, ASUU president Tribune Online

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8 d. ago How we built solution that improves financial inclusion, makes budgeting easier —Winners of HabariPay’s Squad Hackathon contest

Tribune Online How we built solution that improves financial inclusion, makes budgeting easier —Winners of HabariPay’s Squad Hackathon contest Team Savvy — comprising Covenant Adeosun (Department of Computer Engineering, Federal University of Technology, Akure); Favour Adebayo (Department of Computer Science, Achievers University, Owo); and Samuel Adeyemi (Department of Computer Engineering, Ekiti State University)—recently won the second edition of the HarabiPay’s Squad Hackathon 2.0 contest with their fintech solution SplitWise. HarabiPay is a fintech subsidiary […] How we built solution that improves financial inclusion, makes budgeting easier —Winners of HabariPay’s Squad Hackathon contest Tribune Online

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9 d. ago 2027: Southern Kaduna youths promise Tinubu, Shettima support

The Coalition of Southern Kaduna Youth Groups has commended President Bola Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, Governor Uba Sani, and Senator Sunday Marshall Katung for their roles in establishing the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, and the Federal Medical Centre, Kafanchan, in the state. At a press conference held in Kaduna on Friday, the Read More

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9 d. ago House Of Reps Moves To Provide Legal Backing For Alvan Ikoku Federal Varsity Of Education

The House of Representatives has taken a significant step toward formalising the status of Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Imo State, as a fully recognised federal institution. On Thursday, lawmakers passed through the second reading a bill seeking to provide statutory backing for the university’s establishment. The proposed legislation, jointly sponsored by Speaker of […]

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9 d. ago Current Nigerian pension scheme promotes old age poverty, premature deaths – Don

By Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja A university don, Prof Matthew Olasheinde Fashagba, has called on the Federal Government to immediately review Nigeria’s current Contributory Pension Scheme, saying it is laden with corruption, promotes old age poverty, and leads to premature deaths. Prof Matthew Fashagba gave this advice yesterday at the 25th inaugural lecture of the Federal […] The post Current Nigerian pension scheme promotes old age poverty, premature deaths – Don appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senate Approves Bills To Establish Federal Varsity Of Medical Sciences, COE In Abia

The Senate has approved the Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences, Bende (Establishment) Bill and the Federal College of Education, Bende (Establishment) Bill, for third reading, marking a significant step towards the establishment of the two tertiary institutions in Abia State. Sponsored by the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, […]

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