Category: Education
UNICAL disburses NELFUND refunds to 1,089 students
The University of Calabar has disbursed Nigerian Education Loan Fund refunds to 1,089 students across nine batches, while 2,090 additional applications are awaiting payment through its new automated portal. UNICAL’s NELFUND Desk Officer, Dr Elizabeth Effiwatt, disclosed this to journalists on Friday in Calabar, adding that the institution was committed to ensuring transparency and accountability…
FULL LIST: NANS names 39 institutions yet to refund students after NELFUND payments
The National Association of Nigerian Students has released a list of 39 tertiary institutions it says have yet to refund students who paid their tuition fees before receiving disbursements from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund. NANS President, Akinteye Babatunde, disclosed this in a statement on X on Wednesday , saying the affected institutions had already…
Nigerian-Descent Actresses Ayo Edebiri, Joy Sunday Earn 2026 Emmy Nominations
Their recognition continues a rise in Nigerian representation at the Emmys in recent years. Ayo Edebiri and Joy Sunday Two actresses of Nigerian descent, Ayo Edebiri and Joy Sunday, have secured nominations at the 78th Primetime Emmy Award. The nominees for the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards were announced on Wednesday, with Edebiri receiving a nomination…
Gov Eno Hands Over Ibom Model Farm To Akwa Ibom Varsity
The Vice Chancellor of the school, Otoabasi Akpan, assured Governor Eno that the institution has the expertise to manage the facility effectively and make it a model for modern agricultural practice. Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State (second right). Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has handed over the management of the Ibom Model…
FG boosts power supply at FUTI with 1.6MW solar mini grid
Federal University of Technology, Ilaro, The Federal Government has commenced the construction of a 1.6-MWp/1.5 MWh solar mini-grid at the Federal University of Technology, Ilaro, Ogun State, formerly Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro as part of efforts to improve power supply for teaching, research and innovation. The project, funded through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, is expected…
Ebonyi Sets Up Panel To Track, Sanction Schools Violating Ban On Graduation Ceremonies
The move follows reports that several school administrators had continued to organise these events despite repeated warnings. Ebonyi is located in Nigeria’s South-East region. The Ebonyi State Government has set up an investigative panel to identify schools violating its ban on hosting graduation and valedictory ceremonies without official approval. The move follows reports that several…
UNIBEN unveils N100bn development fund to upgrade infrastructure, research
University of Benin main gate The University of Benin on Saturday launched a N100bn Trust Development Fund to provide quality infrastructure, strengthen teaching and learning, and expand research capacity. Speaking as the special guest of honour at the launch, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, said the initiative aligns perfectly with the Federal Ministry…
Meet three Nigerian students competing with over 150 countries at global STEM Olympiad
The Nigerian team at the International STEM Olympiad Grand Finale in Rome, Italy, after the Mathematics and Science competitions involving participants from over 150 countries…Photo Credit: X / winexviv Three Nigerian students are representing the country at the Grand Finale of the International STEM Olympiad in Rome, Italy, in what has become a symbol of…
ASUU Threatens Strike Over Ondo Govt’s Delay In Implementing 2025 Agreement
It accused the state government of having failed to fulfil its obligations under the agreement despite being fully aware of its provisions. ASUU Logo The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Akure Zone, has accused the Ondo State Government of failing to implement the financial provisions of the 2025 Federal Government–ASUU Agreement, warning that the…
Northwest University Kano Reaffirms Partnership With ICAN During Courtesy Visit
The visit formed part of the ICAN Kano Study Centre’s tradition of paying courtesy visits to key partner institutions whenever a new leadership assumes office. The Vice-Chancellor of Northwest University Kano (NWUK), Amina Bayero, on Wednesday received members of the Kano Study Centre of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), led by their…
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