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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·
Top three national essay winners rewarded at Mike Okonkwo annual lecture
The three national winners of an essay competition were rewarded at the annual Mike Okonkwo lecture. The event recognised their achievements and linked the presentation of prizes to the lecture programme, though the headline does not provide details about the winners, their awards or the essay topic.
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Education · ThisDay ·
YEDI Empowers 150 Youths on Digital, Textile Skills
The Youth Empowerment and Development Initiative (YEDI) has provided 150 young people with training in digital and textile-related skills. The programme is focused on equipping participants with practical capabilities that may support personal development, employability and livelihood opportunities.
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Education · ThisDay ·
PHED Distributes Free Meters to Rivers Schools, Writes Off Debts
Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) has provided free electricity meters to schools in Rivers State and cancelled their outstanding debts. The initiative is intended to address metering needs in the schools while removing existing financial liabilities owed to the electricity distribution company.
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Education · The Punch ·
AI use in research must be ethical — Redeemer’s varsity VC
The Vice-Chancellor of Redeemer’s University has said the use of artificial intelligence in academic research must follow ethical standards. The position highlights the need for responsible application of AI in research activities, though the headline does not provide further details about the specific guidelines or concerns raised.
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Education · Vanguard ·
Unilorin don urges FG to prioritise aquaculture
A University of Ilorin don has urged the Federal Government to give greater priority to aquaculture, highlighting the sector as an area requiring increased national attention. The call focuses on government policy and support for fish farming and related activities, although the headline does not provide further details about the proposed measures.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·
UN’s Amina Mohammed hails Obasanjo Leadership Institute’s continental impact
United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed has praised the continental influence of the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library’s Leadership Institute. Her remarks highlighted the institute’s contribution to leadership development and its growing significance across Africa, although the headline does not provide further details about the occasion or specific achievements discussed.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Court Orders A/Ibom Govt To Pay N1.5bn Over Private School Seizure
A court has ordered the Akwa Ibom State Government to pay N1.5 billion over the seizure of a privately owned school. The ruling concerns the government’s action against the institution, although the headline does not specify the court, the school involved, the parties’ arguments, or the basis for the award.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·
TAAT, FG train extension master-trainers to reach 500,000 Nigerian farmers
The Technical Assistance for African Agricultural Transformation and the Federal Government are training extension master-trainers as part of a programme intended to reach 500,000 Nigerian farmers. The initiative focuses on expanding agricultural training and support through personnel who can transfer knowledge and guidance to farmers across the country.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·
AE-FUNAI VC inaugurates joint land committee
The Vice-Chancellor of Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, has inaugurated a joint committee on land matters, signalling the university’s establishment of a collaborative structure to address related issues.
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Education · Channels TV ·
Sanwo-Olu Appoints Badejo As New LASU Vice-Chancellor
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed Badejo as the new Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University. The announcement marks a change in the university’s leadership, although the headline does not provide further details about Badejo’s identity, appointment terms or the effective date.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·
Nigeria must develop capacity to convert waste into commercial products — FUTA don
A FUTA academic has called for Nigeria to build the expertise and infrastructure needed to transform waste into commercially valuable products. The appeal highlights waste conversion as a potential avenue for economic activity and more effective waste management, without providing further details on specific technologies, products or policy measures.
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Education · Channels TV ·
Shettima Hails NELFUND As Landmark Initiative For Poor Students
Vice President Kashim Shettima has praised the Nigeria Education Loan Fund as a landmark initiative aimed at supporting students from poor backgrounds. His remarks highlight the programme’s intended role in improving access to education for financially disadvantaged Nigerian students.
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Education · PM News ·
KCOBA defends King’s College concession, condemns use of students in protest
The King’s College Old Boys Association (KCOBA) has defended the concession of King’s College, while condemning the involvement of students in protests related to the issue. The association’s position indicates support for the arrangement and raises concerns about using students to express opposition or advance disputes surrounding the school.
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Education · The Punch ·
Sanwo-Olu appoints new LASU Vice-Chancellor
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed a new Vice-Chancellor for Lagos State University (LASU). The headline indicates a change in the university’s leadership, but does not provide details about the appointee, the reasons for the appointment, or when the new vice-chancellor will assume office.
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Education · PM News ·
Sanwo-Olu appoints new Vice Chancellor for LASU
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed a new Vice Chancellor for Lagos State University (LASU). The headline indicates a change in the university’s top leadership, but does not provide the appointee’s name, appointment date, or details about the selection process.
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Education · Leadership News ·
BREAKING: Sanwo-Olu Approves Badejo Olawunmi As LASU Vice Chancellor
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has approved the appointment of Badejo Olawunmi as Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University. The headline reports the decision but does not provide details on the appointment’s effective date, the selection process, or the new vice chancellor’s immediate responsibilities.
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Education · Premium Times ·
Abia begins training for 4,074 newly recruited teachers
Abia State has commenced training for 4,074 newly recruited teachers. The programme is intended to prepare the recruits for their teaching roles, marking a step in the state’s process of integrating them into the education system. Further details on the training’s duration, content and participating institutions were not provided in the headline.
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Education · PM News ·
Free solar training: FG opens applications, sets September 18 deadline
The Federal Government has opened applications for a free solar training programme and set September 18 as the deadline for interested applicants. The announcement highlights the opportunity and urges eligible participants to submit their applications before the stated closing date.
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Education · BusinessDay ·
Badejo Olawumi takes over as LASU VC
Badejo Olawumi has assumed office as the Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU). The development marks a change in the university’s leadership, with Olawumi now responsible for overseeing the institution’s academic and administrative affairs.
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Education · Vanguard ·
Just in: Sanwo-Olu appoints Badejo new LASU VC
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has appointed Badejo as the new Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU). The announcement concerns a change in the university’s leadership, though the headline does not provide further details about Badejo’s identity, tenure, or the circumstances surrounding the appointment.