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49th Convocation: OAU graduates 6562, produces 218 first class

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Obafemi Awolowo University’s 49th Convocation celebrates 6,562 graduates, with a notable 218 achieving First Class Honours, underscoring the institution’s commitment to academic rigor. The ceremony highlighted the university’s role in national development through teaching and research, while acknowledging critical infrastructural support from government and traditional leaders. Graduates are charged to leverage their acquired knowledge and skills for societal advancement. The event also served as a tribute to the institution’s legacy and a reaffirmation of

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Shettima inaugurates N100bn Dangote scholarship initiative

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The Aliko Dangote Foundation has launched a landmark N100 billion annual scholarship initiative, representing a strategic, decade-long N1 trillion private-sector investment to expand educational access and transform Nigeria’s youth from a potential demographic threat into a national asset. Vice-President Shettima’s inauguration underscored the urgent need for such deliberate, large-scale intervention, framing education as the critical lever for national progress and calling on other corporate entities to become stakeholders in the system’s survival. This move signals a pivotal shift towards substantive

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Makeshift Classrooms: A free school giving out-of-school children a second chance

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A stark illustration of Nigeria’s 18.3 million out-of-school children crisis, this article reveals how grassroots, community-driven interventions can achieve transformative results where large-scale government programs often struggle. The Not Forgotten Initiative (NFI) School’s success hinges on a critical insight: sustainable change requires local buy-in, achieved here by partnering with parents to build the school and employing community translators and teachers. The story of Mohammed Abdullahi—from scavenging on the streets to excelling academically—demonstr

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Former NUC scribe advocates increased research funding for varsities

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A former Nigerian education leader has issued a stark call for a national overhaul of university funding and strategy, positioning research investment as a critical economic imperative. He reveals Nigeria’s research spending at a mere 0.2% of GDP—below the African average and far behind global leaders—and argues that the traditional university model is obsolete for the 21st century. The core proposal is a multi-pronged national strategy to reverse brain drain and spur innovation, including competitive research fellowships, private-sector tax

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Katsina introduces N30,000 termly allowance for teachers in rural areas

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Katsina State is implementing a targeted financial and training strategy to address critical teacher shortages in underserved rural areas, approving a N30,000 termly rural allowance to incentivize postings and improve retention. This policy, developed from recommendations by Save the Children International, directly tackles the dual challenge of security concerns and urban migration depleting rural schools. Complementing the allowance, new zonal teacher development centers will build educator capacity through training from academic and retired experts. This integrated approach represents a strategic investment

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Yusuf appoints Bayero as Northwest varsity V-C

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Governor Abba Yusuf has appointed Professor Amina Bayero, a distinguished analytical chemist and the first female PhD holder in chemistry from Bayero University Kano, as the substantive Vice-Chancellor of Northwest University, Kano. Her appointment, effective for a five-year term, follows a rigorous, merit-based selection process endorsed by the University Governing Council. This landmark decision not only underscores a commitment to academic excellence but also marks a significant step in promoting gender leadership within Nigeria’s higher education sector. Professor

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Trinity university inducts 18 medical laboratory scientists

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Trinity University’s induction of 18 new medical laboratory scientists underscores the profession’s critical role as the backbone of healthcare, where diagnostic accuracy is paramount. Key leaders emphasized that ethical integrity, patient-centered compassion, and unwavering professionalism are non-negotiable pillars for these graduates. A forward-looking insight highlighted the urgent need to establish ethical frameworks—prioritizing privacy, fairness, and accountability—for the responsible integration of artificial intelligence in clinical laboratories. The event also served as a call for equitable government and institutional

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University of Ilesa upgrade timely for academic development – Shadiya

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The establishment of the University of Ilesa is a strategic move to reshape Osun State’s education sector, yet it faces foundational challenges beyond student housing, including critical infrastructure and equipment deficits. The university’s Advancement Centre prioritizes these core infrastructural needs above accommodation, which is a secondary focus, and has initiated a N50 million project to begin addressing the housing shortfall. A key practical takeaway is the direct advice to students to bypass exploitative agents and engage directly with property owners. Ultimately,

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University, partner, strengthen fight against sexual harassment for safer campus

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AUST and its partners are proactively institutionalizing a zero-tolerance culture against sexual harassment through targeted capacity-building, moving beyond policy statements to practical enforcement. The core strategy involves establishing clear “rules of engagement” and robust grievance mechanisms to protect vulnerable students and ensure accountability at all levels. This initiative is critically linked to academic excellence, as funders explicitly tie a safe environment directly to enhanced PhD productivity and research quality. The partnership demonstrates that safeguarding is not just an ethical imperative but a fundamental component of institutional reputation

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