Category: Education

Ilorin Community Honors Professor Na’Allah for successful tenure at University of Abuja

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The Ilorin Community in Abuja, in collaboration with the Ilorin Emirate Staff of the University of Abuja, hosted a grand celebration on Wednesday at City Park, Abuja, to honor Professor AbdulRasheed Olayinka Na’Allah for his successful tenure as Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja. The ceremony commenced with a standing ovation as Professor Na’Allah entered, accompanied by the rhythmic beats of Ilorin local trumpet and drumming known as Bembe and Fere. The event highlighted the profound impact of his leadership over the years. Sharia Court of Appeal Khadi, Abdullahi Adam…

Na’Allah harps on Research,signs MoU with NABRDA, SHETSCO,

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The University of Abuja UofA is collaborating with the National Biotechnology Research Development Agency (NABRDA) and Sheda Science and Technology Complex (SHETSCO) , a research based agencies of the federal government to promote research findings and development.   Already a Memorandum of Understanding MOU facilitated by the outgoing Vice- Chancellor, Professor Abdulrasheed Na’Allah has been consumated between the two research based agencies which included NABRDA and SHETSCO.   The collaborations have also been extended to other agencies includes the National Space Research Development Agency (NASRDA) and National Institute for Pharmaceutical…

FG to intervene in alleged deportation Order on Nigerian students in UK Teeside University

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A delegation, to be led by a representative of the Nigerian Embassy in the UK, Amb. Christian Okeke, leaders of the Nigerian Students Union in UK ,will visit the Management of Teesside University to intervene on the allegations of unfair and unjust deportation order served on some Nigerian students , in the middle of their studies .   The decision was taken at the end of a virtual meeting held between Hon. Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman/ CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM), Representative of the Nigerian High Commission UK, Amb. Christian…

Parents of first year Computer Science Student Joshua Daniel,murdered at Veritas University demand Justice, allege foul play …. Accuse school of 100% failure on their care of duty

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The parents of late Ejuojo Joshua Daniel, the 17-year old undergraduate of Computer Science that was murdered at Veritas University Bwari have vowed to unravel the cause of death of their son, calling on government to ensure that justice is served.   Joshua’s parents who made the call at a press briefing on Saturday in Abuja alleged foul play on the part of Veritas University, adding that autopsy result is at complete variance with the school’s claims. According to the Joshua’s father, Hon Daniel Ejigbo, “Veritas University failed hundred percent…

2024 CHILDREN’S DAY : NAPPS seeks collaboration with FG on tax holiday

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The National President Nigeria Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS)has called for Federal Government collaboration towards achieving Tax holiday for all private schools owners in Nigeria NAPPS said many private schools catered for the children from less fortunate backgrounds. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the National President Nigeria Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) Samira Jibir PhD on the occasion of 2024 Children’s Day celebration.   Samira Jibri accordingly said; On this special occasion of Children’s Day 2024, it is both a privilege and a…

Deputy Speaker Kalu seeks student exchange programme with Lincoln University to boost education, skills in Nigeria

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Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu has urged the University of Lincoln in the United Kingdom (UK) to initiate a student exchange programme with their counterparts in Nigeria to boost education and skills in the country.   Kalu made the call when he received the Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor of the University, Mr Simon Parkes and his team in his office on a courtesy visit. Led by Dr. Wisdom John Okoye of Eminent Transglobal Services Ltd, the delegation was in the national assembly to seek…

2024 UNIFEMGA National Reunion:Participants say Insecurity poses threat to Nigeria’s Democracy, Economic growth ….. Urge government to address challenges

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Participants at the just concluded 2024 National Reunion Conference of Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Graduates’ Association (UNIFEMGA) said failure of leadership at all levels in Nigeria has caused the nation a lot of challenges which included civil strife,insurgency, banditry, kidnapping, corruption,economic comatose, political rascality and social disorder. . The participants maintained that series of security crises been witnessed in the country was due largely to insensitivity on the part of Nigerian leaders,inadequate intelligence gathering on the part of the security agencies all of which constitute a great challenge to good…

Tinubu approves new Governing councils for varsities, others(See full list)

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President Bola Tinubu has appointed over 500 individuals to serve as Pro-chancellors/Chairmen and members of Governing Councils of federal universities, polytechnics and Colleges of Education in the country.   This followed President Tinubu’s assent to a list of nominees selected by the Ministry of Education.   The names of the appointees were disclosed in a list made available to newsmen by the Federal Ministry of Education on Saturday.   A deep peep at the list shows that president Tinubu approved the appointment of the former Chairman of the Independent National…

Ondo Reps Member,Hon Ifeoluwa Ehindero awards Scholarship to Outstanding 2024 UTME Candidate,Miss Oluwademilola Oreoluwa Daramola

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In a heartwarming gesture of recognition and support, Hon. Ifeoluwa Ehindero, Member representing Akoko Northeast/Northwest Federal Constituency, has extended a warm welcome to Miss Oluwademilola Oreoluwa Daramola and her family in his office today. Hailing from Ogbagi Akoko, Miss Daramola emerged as the top performers from Ondo state, in the recently concluded 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), scoring an impressive aggregate of 341 marks. Expressing his delight at Miss Daramola’s exceptional achievement, Hon. Ehindero emphasized the importance of dedication and hard work in achieving academic excellence. “I am deeply…

Capital City University Kano appoints first female Registrar

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The Governing Council and the Board of Trustees of Capital City University, Kano, one of the leading private universities in Northern Nigeria, have approved the appointment of Hajiya Rakiya Bello Dandago as the Registrar of the university for a tenure of four years, effective from the 2nd of May, 2024.     In a statement by the Acting ProChancellor of the Institution, Prof. Tajudeen Akanji, the university is so delighted to secure the services of a leading woman administrator to boost it’s growth and development.   Hajiya Dandago was until…