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Education · Leadership News ·Kano Govt Ends 50-Year BUK-Rimin Zakara Land Dispute
The Kano State Government has brought to an end a land dispute between Bayero University Kano and the Rimin Zakara community that had lasted about 50 years. The development resolves a longstanding disagreement over the land and marks government intervention in an issue involving the university and local residents.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Kaduna Varsity Unions Urge Gov Sani To Implement 2026 FG Agreement
Unions at a university in Kaduna State are calling on Governor Uba Sani to implement an agreement reached with the Federal Government for 2026. The appeal centres on ensuring the state government acts on the terms of the agreement, although the headline does not specify the unions involved or the agreement’s provisions.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
Nigeria to develop homegrown ranking system for tertiary institutions
Nigeria plans to create a locally developed ranking system for tertiary institutions. The initiative is expected to provide a national framework for assessing universities and other higher institutions, potentially reflecting local priorities and conditions. Further details on the system’s criteria, implementation timeline and responsible authorities were not provided in the headline.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
North-Eastern varsity approves 65% salary increase for staff
A university in Nigeria’s North-East has approved a 65 percent salary increase for its staff. The headline does not specify the institution, the categories of employees covered, or when the adjustment will take effect.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Abia Govt To Rain New Teachers In Digital Literacy, Others
The Abia State Government plans to train newly recruited teachers in digital literacy and other areas, indicating an effort to strengthen their professional skills and improve classroom delivery. The headline does not provide details on the training’s scope, schedule, participating teachers or the additional subjects involved.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Varsity Trains 150 North East Academics in Winning Research Grants
A university has trained 150 academics from Nigeria’s North East on how to develop and secure competitive research grants. The initiative focuses on strengthening researchers’ grant-writing and funding capabilities, potentially supporting improved academic research and institutional development across the region.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Adeleke University Commissions 200kWp Solar System, Targets Reliable Power Supply
Adeleke University has commissioned a 200kWp solar power system as part of efforts to improve the reliability of electricity supply on its campus. The project is expected to support the institution’s power needs and reduce dependence on less consistent energy sources.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Eight Years On, OPay Deepens Commitment to Nigeria, Expands N1.2bn Scholarship Scheme
OPay says it is strengthening its long-term commitment to Nigeria eight years after establishing operations in the country. The company is also expanding its scholarship programme, with funding reportedly reaching N1.2 billion, underscoring continued investment in educational support alongside its broader presence in Nigeria.
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Education · Vanguard ·The Future of Education in a Title-Driven Country: Nigeria in perspective
The piece examines the future of education in Nigeria, focusing on how the country’s emphasis on titles may shape educational priorities, institutions and social expectations. It places the discussion within the Nigerian context without indicating specific policies, individuals, institutions or proposed reforms.
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Education · The Punch ·UI honours Olaosebikan for supporting sports academy
The University of Ibadan has honoured Olaosebikan for supporting a sports academy. The recognition highlights the individual’s contribution to the development or sustenance of the institution’s sports initiatives, although the headline does not provide further details about the award, the academy, or the nature of the support.
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Education · The Punch ·
WASSCE result verification fee now N4,000
The fee for verifying West African Senior School Certificate Examination results has increased to N4,000. The change affects individuals or organisations seeking official confirmation of WASSCE results, although the headline does not provide further details about when the new charge took effect or the reason for the adjustment.
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Education · The Punch ·
Schneider bridges engineering skills gap with mentorship
Schneider is addressing gaps in engineering skills through a mentorship initiative. The effort focuses on supporting skills development and helping prepare participants for engineering-related opportunities, though the headline does not provide details about the programme’s scope, beneficiaries, partners or specific activities.
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Education · The Punch ·
Minister empowers 200 students in 10 Ondo institutions
A minister has provided empowerment support to 200 students drawn from 10 institutions in Ondo State. The initiative focuses on assisting students across the participating schools, though the headline does not specify the nature of the support, the institutions involved, or the minister responsible.
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Education · ThisDay ·
How Aisha Adamu Augie’s Yale Cultural Fellowship Opened New Global Path for CBAAC
Aisha Adamu Augie’s Yale cultural fellowship is presented as a significant development that created a new international pathway for the Centre for Black and African Arts and Civilisation (CBAAC). The headline indicates a focus on how the fellowship expanded the institution’s global cultural opportunities and connections.
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Education · The Punch ·
FG sets December deadline for tertiary institutions ranking exercise
The Federal Government has set December as the deadline for conducting a ranking exercise for tertiary institutions. The exercise is expected to assess and rank universities, polytechnics and other higher education institutions, although the headline does not specify the criteria, responsible agency or consequences for institutions that fail to meet the requirements.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Ishk Tolaram Foundation Urges TVET Investment, AI Skills, as 500 Youths Graduate
The Ishk Tolaram Foundation has called for greater investment in technical and vocational education and training (TVET), alongside stronger artificial intelligence skills development. The appeal came as 500 youths graduated from a foundation-supported programme, highlighting efforts to prepare young people for changing employment and technology demands.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Jos to Harvard: 7UP Picks Angbazo as 16th Nigerian for Full MBA Scholarship
7UP has selected Angbazo, from Jos, as the 16th Nigerian to receive its full MBA scholarship to Harvard Business School. The award supports advanced business education and places Angbazo among previous Nigerian beneficiaries of the company’s scholarship programme.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Fed Poly Bauchi Appoints Dutse Deputy Rector, As Two Directors Get New Roles
The Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi, has appointed the Deputy Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Dutse, to a new role. The institution also reassigned two directors to different positions, although the headline does not specify the appointees’ names, titles, or the effective date of the changes.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Josiah Olu Foundation Disburses N20m Scholarship to Rivers Undergraduates
The Josiah Olu Foundation has provided N20 million in scholarship support to undergraduate students from Rivers State. The disbursement is intended to assist beneficiaries with their education costs, although the headline does not specify the number of recipients, eligibility criteria or the institutions involved.
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Education · ThisDay ·
UNIMED Appoints Vincent Ojo as Fourth Substantive Registrar
The University of Medical Sciences has appointed Vincent Ojo as its fourth substantive registrar. The appointment places Ojo in the institution’s top administrative registry role, marking a change in leadership responsible for managing official records and key administrative processes.
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