4 h. ago Innovation, technology, infrastructure key to Insurance sector growth

Ekerete Gam-Ikon, deputy commissioner for Insurance, Finance, and Administration, has said that innovation, technology, and infrastructure have been proposed as read more Innovation, technology, infrastructure key to Insurance sector growth

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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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7 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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7 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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7 h. ago 2027: PDP govs playing Asiwaju’s spoiler game – Atiku’s coalition 

A coalition involving former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, 2023 Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, ex-Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, and others has alleged that the Peoples Democratic Party governors rejected a proposed alliance and plan to field a weak candidate in the 2027 election to split opposition votes in favour of President Bola Tinubu. 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 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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23 h. ago Lawmaker moves motion to prohibit use of cell phones in secondary schools in Oyo State

A lawmaker representing Akinyele 1 State Contituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, Mr Olalekan Abiola, has moved a read more Lawmaker moves motion to prohibit use of cell phones in secondary schools in Oyo State

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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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23 h. ago Lawmakers Demand Full Implementation Of Tenancy Law Amid Rising Rent In Lagos

The Lagos State House of Assembly has emphasized the urgent need for the full enforcement of the Tenancy Law of 2015 to address the persistent problem of arbitrary rent hikes across the state. This call follows growing concerns from residents and lawmakers about the rising cost of housing in Lagos, which has been making it […] The post Lawmakers Demand Full Implementation Of Tenancy Law Amid Rising Rent In Lagos appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago PICTORIAL: Ganduje, Kano NNPP Lawmakers Meet Ahead Of Defection To APC

The national chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje, has held a closed-door meeting with some prominent members of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) from Kano State, fueling speculation about an impending political shift ahead of the 2027 general election. Those present at the meeting included Senator Abdurrahman Kawu Sumaila, […]

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25 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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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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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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42 h. ago Insecurity: Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised

From Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Worried by the escalating insecurity across the country, Abia North lawmaker, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has challenged the Federal Government to take urgent steps to end the scourge. As a way out of the dire situation, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on South-East Development Commission, called for investment of more […] The post Insecurity: Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago LG chair defends intervention as Ekiti students’ election disrupted

Students under the aegis of the Federation of Ekiti State Students Union have disagreed with the Chairperson of the Igbara Odo/Ogotun Local Council Development Area, Bukola Olowolaju, over the abrupt end to the union’s election. In separate interviews with PUNCH Metro, the members of the FESSU said they had gathered to elect new executive members Read More

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42 h. ago Coastal highway: Diaspora investors urge FG to obey court order

Some Nigerian investors in the diaspora have called on the Federal Government to comply with a court order concerning the alleged diversion of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway through the Okun Ajah area of Lagos State. PUNCH Metro earlier reported that residents of the Okun Ajah area protested against a proposed diversion of the highway route Read More

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48 h. ago Insecurity: Sen Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised

Kenneth Udeh, Abuja Worried by the spate of escalating insecurity in the country, Abia North Lawmaker, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has called for urgent steps by the Government to end the ugly scourge. In light of the prevailing situation, the Chairman of the Senate Committee on South-East Development Commission advocated for the investment of additional […] The post Insecurity: Sen Kalu calls for decisive measures, says situation shouldn’t be politicised appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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