Okpebholo Claims Obaseki Withheld Tinubu’s Donated Books From Edo Students
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State recently accused the former Governor, Godwin Obaseki, of withholding books donated by President Bola Tinubu from the students of Edo State. According to Okpebholo, the books, which featured the President’s image, were kept out of circulation by the previous administration for political reasons. He described this action as an […]
ASUU-LASU Begins Indefinite Strike Over Salary Issues
The Lagos State University (LASU) chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared an indefinite strike. The union announced this decision in a statement signed by its Chairperson, Professor Ibrahim Bakare, and Secretary, Sylvester Idowu. ASUU-LASU stated that the strike is due to the Lagos State Government’s refusal to implement a federal […]
NYSC Praises Kwara for Demoting Teacher Who Assaulted Female Corps Member
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has praised the Kwara State Government for taking quick and fair action against a teacher who assaulted a female Corps member. The incident happened at Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin. The teacher, Hajia Fatimoh Nike Hamzat, physically and verbally attacked the Corps member for allegedly not greeting […]
Soludo Demotes 6 Teachers for Charging Pupils and Collecting N200 Toilet Fee
In a recent move by the Anambra State Government, six teachers have been dismissed for collecting illegal fees from students, violating the state’s free education policy. The Anambra State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB) took this action after an investigation uncovered multiple instances of extortion in public schools, particularly at Awada Primary School. The teachers […]
Billboard at Imo Poly Warns Students Against Cohabitation
At the Federal Polytechnic Nekede (Imo Poly) in Owerri, a new billboard has been set up to advise students against cohabitation. The billboard, placed by the Department of Mass Communication, boldly states that living together as husband and wife without being married is wrong and should be avoided. This public notice aims to guide students […]
Kogi University Fires Four Lecturers Over Sexual Misconduct and Exam Malpractice
Kogi University has dismissed four of its lecturers for their involvement in sexual misconduct and exam malpractice. This decision was made after an investigation into the allegations, which were first raised last year. The university’s governing council confirmed the dismissals during its meeting on Thursday, November 14. The lecturers were accused of serious violations, including […]
Ogun Student Dies After Completing 162 Frog Jumps, Teacher Faces Consequences
A tragic incident occurred at Obada Idi-Emi High School in Ogun State, where a student named Ariyo died after being punished by a teacher. The punishment involved 162 strokes of the cane, reportedly due to Ariyo breaking a dustbin in class. The situation began when the teacher brought a dustbin to the classroom and instructed […]
Femi Otedola Donates N3.7 Billion to Enhance Engineering Facilities at Augustine University
Nigerian billionaire and philanthropist Femi Otedola has made a generous donation of N3.7 billion to build a new facility for the Engineering Faculty at Augustine University in Ilara Epe. He announced this during the university’s sixth convocation ceremony, where he serves as Chancellor. In his speech, Otedola expressed pride in the university’s progress and shared […]
JAMB Allows Universities to Admit Students Turning 16 by August 2025
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a new policy allowing Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions to admit students who are 16 years old or will turn 16 by August 31, 2025. This decision was outlined in a circular signed by Mohammed A. Babaji, JAMB’s Director of Admissions, and shared with tertiary […]
15-Year-Old Student Challenges New University Admission Policy in Court
A 15-year-old Senior Secondary School student named Chinaemere Opara has taken legal action against Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Education, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), and the National Universities Commission (NUC). He is contesting a recent government policy that restricts university admissions to students aged 18 and older starting in 2025. In July, Prof. […]