The Federal Government has recently mandated that individuals under the age of 18 should not be admitted to tertiary institutions. This significant directive was announced by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, during a monitoring session of the ongoing 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Bwari, Federal Capital …
Federal Government has officially announced Tuesday, 9th April, and Wednesday, 10th April 2024, as public holidays across the nation. This declaration is in celebration of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the conclusion of the holy month of Ramadan. This period is recognised not just as a time for festivity but also as an …
Nigerian Students Loan Scheme stands at the brink of transformational change, destined to redefine the educational landscape for countless aspiring scholars across the nation. Yet, a recent announcement casts a shadow of uncertainty over its eagerly awaited inception. The Federal Government has made a pivotal decision to postpone the launch …
In a significant move to uphold academic integrity within Nigerian universities, President Bola Tinubu has emphatically cautioned against the indiscriminate conferment of Honorary Doctorate Degrees. This admonition was delivered during the combined convocation ceremony for the 6th, 7th, and 8th batches of graduates from the Federal University of Lafia (FULafia), …
In an impressive display of mathematical prowess, students from the Nigerian Tulip International Colleges (NTIC) have made a significant mark on the international stage by clinching a total of 19 medals at an online international Mathematics challenge. This event, hosted by the Pan-Asia International School in Thailand, brought together over …
In a commendable act of leadership and community support, Oba (Dr) Michael Adeagbo Odunayo Ajayi, the esteemed Elerinmo of Erinmo Ijesa, has undertaken a significant initiative that underscores his commitment to the empowerment of young minds. As part of his forthcoming 10th coronation anniversary celebrations, Oba Ajayi has generously paid …
According to the Pharmacy Council of Nigeria, there are now 23 universities in Nigeria that provide educational opportunities leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) and Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD). According to the Pharmacy Council, the minimum registration qualifications to practise pharmacy in Nigeria are the Bachelor of …
Recently, Prof Abayomi Arigbabu, Ogun State’s Commissioner for Science and Technology, revealed a staggering figure: a whopping 45,000 individuals have applied for a mere 2,000 teaching positions in the state’s latest recruitment drive. This initiative, known as the Ogun Teach intern programme, marks a pivotal moment in the state’s educational …
In a recent and impactful decision, the Nigerian Federal Government has announced the suspension of the evaluation and accreditation of degree certificates obtained from the Republics of Benin and Togo. This decision, as revealed by Augustina Obilor-Duru, the Assistant Director of Press at the Ministry of Education, has emerged as …
As you read this, you’ll be transported into the heart of Nigeria’s tertiary education sector, where 2023 was marked by significant upheavals. From school fees increments and the introduction of student loans, to the removal of tertiary institutions from the Integrated Personnel Payroll Information System (IPPIS) platform, the landscape of …