30 h. ago Buhari’s commitment to education prompted renaming UNIMAID after him — FG

The federal government has shed light on the recent decision to rename the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) in honour of read more Buhari’s commitment to education prompted renaming UNIMAID after him — FG

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33 h. ago Why Tinubu renamed UNIMAID after Buhari — Education Minister

Tribune Online Why Tinubu renamed UNIMAID after Buhari — Education Minister The Minister added that this symbolic gesture underscores the administration's recognition of education as a cornerstone... Why Tinubu renamed UNIMAID after Buhari — Education Minister Tribune Online

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35 h. ago Education Minister hails Tinubu for renaming UNIMAID after Buhari 

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the statesman-like decision to immortalise the late President Muhammadu Buhari through the renaming of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) Borno State, as Muhammadu Buhari University, Maiduguri. The Minister, in a statement, signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director Press and […] The post Education Minister hails Tinubu for renaming UNIMAID after Buhari  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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40 h. ago Tinubu, Akpabio, Abbas, others celebrate Buhari at expanded FEC meeting

Tribune Online Tinubu, Akpabio, Abbas, others celebrate Buhari at expanded FEC meeting •President renames University of Maiduguri after him•Tinubu will uphold dignity of Buhari’s family, Katsina people —Shettima President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Vice President Kashim Shettima, the President of the Senate, Godswill Akpabio, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume and ministers in the incumbent […] Tinubu, Akpabio, Abbas, others celebrate Buhari at expanded FEC meeting Tribune Online

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40 h. ago Tinubu renames UNIMAD after Buhari, presides over special FEC session

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   Eminent Nigerians yesterday paid glowing tributes to the late president Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a quintessential leader. They spoke at a special session of the Federal Executive Council presided over by President Bola Tinubu. The event was packaged to honour Buhari, who was buried on Tuesday in Daura, Katsina […] The post Tinubu renames UNIMAD after Buhari, presides over special FEC session appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Tinubu renames UNIMAD after Buhari, presides over special FEC session for him

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Eminent Nigerians yesterday paid glowing tributes on the late president Muhammadu Buhari, describing him as a quintessential leader. They spoke at a special session of the Federal Executive Council presided over by President Bola Tinubu. The event was packaged to honour Buhari, who was buried on Tuesday in Daura, Katsina State. […] The post Tinubu renames UNIMAD after Buhari, presides over special FEC session for him appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Muhammadu Buhari

Tribune Online Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Muhammadu Buhari He acknowledged that while Buhari, like all leaders, had imperfections, his life was marked by faithful service to the nation and devotion to God. Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Muhammadu Buhari Tribune Online

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51 h. ago UPDATED: Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Buhari

Yusuf Buhari breaks down during vote of thanks From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has approved the renaming of the University of Maiduguri to Muhammadu Buhari University, honouring the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The announcement was made during a special Federal Executive Council meeting presided over by President Tinubu, dedicated to paying tribute […] The post UPDATED: Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Buhari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago BREAKING: Tinubu Renames University Of Maiduguri After Late Buhari

  President Bola Tinubu has approved the renaming of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) to Muhammadu Buhari University in honour of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. President Tinubu announced the honour to his late predecessor at the special session of tributes of the Federal Executive Council (FEC). “The University of Maiduguri will henceforth be […]

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52 h. ago JUST IN: Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Buhari

By Seyi Babalola President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has announced that the University of Maiduguri will be renamed Muhammadu Buhari University in memory of the late former President Muhammadu Buhari. The declaration came during a special session of the Federal Executive Council (FEC) in Abuja on Thursday, where condolences were paid to the former Head of […] The post JUST IN: Tinubu renames University of Maiduguri after Buhari appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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65 h. ago Innov8 In Focus: A Ministerial Engagement With Nigeria’s Innovation Powerhouse

A renewed path toward economic transformation was illuminated recently when Dr. Maruf ‘Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s tireless Minister of Education, paid a working visit to Innov8 Hub—an Abuja-based innovation nonprofit with a singular focus: to reshape Nigeria’s future through technology, research, and enterprise. Described by observers as both timely and strategic, the visit underscored the urgency […]

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2 d. ago FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable

Tribune Online FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable The Federal Government has expressed dissatisfaction with the current multiple accreditation bodies to universities, saying the practice where over 25 professional bodies seek to accredit courses in universities at the expense of the institutions is unacceptable. Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, strongly condemned the unwieldy process and […] FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable Tribune Online

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7 d. ago What is your take on FG pegging tertiary admission age at 16, JAMB pegging admission cut

Tribune Online What is your take on FG pegging tertiary admission age at 16, JAMB pegging admission cut-off mark at 150 This week, the Ministry of Education announced that the official age for tertiary admission in the country is 16 years. In a similar development, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) pegged the general tertiary admission cut-off mark at 150 out of 400. KINGSLEY ALUMONA sampled the opinions of Nigerians on this matter. Their views: […] What is your take on FG pegging tertiary admission age at 16, JAMB pegging admission cut-off mark at 150 Tribune Online

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1 week ago ASUU: FG reaffirms commitment to industrial harmony in tertiary institutions

Tribune Online ASUU: FG reaffirms commitment to industrial harmony in tertiary institutions The Minister of Education, has reaffirmed commitment of the FG towards industrial harmony in the nation’s Federal tertiary institutions. ASUU: FG reaffirms commitment to industrial harmony in tertiary institutions Tribune Online

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Declares Admission Into Tertiary Institutions Outside CAPS Illegal

The Federal Government has declared that any admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions conducted outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) will be considered illegal. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, issued the warning on Tuesday during the 2025 Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in Abuja. Alausa cautioned universities, polytechnics, and […]

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1 week ago BREAKING: FG pegs admission age for tertiary institutions at 16

Tribune Online BREAKING: FG pegs admission age for tertiary institutions at 16 This directive was announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, on Tuesday during the ongoing Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions BREAKING: FG pegs admission age for tertiary institutions at 16 Tribune Online

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1 week ago JAMB, VCs, Rectors, others meet in Abuja for 2025 Policy Meeting

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The 2025 Policy Meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced at the International Conference Centre in Abuja. Stakeholders in the education sector, notably, Vice-Chancellors, Rectors, Provosts, and Heads of parastatals like the NUC, NCCE, NABTEB, TETFund, NELFfund, among several others are in attendance. Minister of Education, Dr. […] The post JAMB, VCs, Rectors, others meet in Abuja for 2025 Policy Meeting appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago FG vows to end child labour, insists every child deserves education, safety

Tribune Online FG vows to end child labour, insists every child deserves education, safety The Federal Government has expressed readiness to intensify advocacy to eliminate child labour in the country, as it insisted every child regardless of status, deserves education, safety and a future free from exploitation.  Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Mohammad Dingyadi made this known at the 2025 Children’s Conference on the Elimination of Child Labour  […] FG vows to end child labour, insists every child deserves education, safety Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Gov’t Mulls N50m Grant For Tertiary Students, Unveils C’ttee To Commercialise Research

The Federal Government has inaugurated a high-powered Ministerial Committee to drive the commercialisation of research outputs from Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. The Research and Innovation Commercialisation Committee (RICC) was inaugurated in Abuja on Tuesday by the Minister of Education, Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa. Alausa said the initiative aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry […]

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2 w. ago FCT primary school strike lingers over wage dispute, ministry calls for dialogue

The Federal Ministry of Education has called for constructive dialogue and unity among key stakeholders in a bid to resolve read more FCT primary school strike lingers over wage dispute, ministry calls for dialogue

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