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Oprah Winfrey to shutter South African girls’ school after two decades
Oprah Winfrey's leadership academy for girls in South Africa will close in 2027, with the foundation shifting focus toward a broader national scholarship program.
Governor Aiyedatiwa authorizes N1.1bn for Adekunle Ajasin University to resolve strike
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved N1.1 billion to pay outstanding staff salaries at Adekunle Ajasin University following a 72-hour ultimatum from the student union.
NANS demands justice and better protection following D.S. Adegbenro Polytechnic student killing
NANS has urged authorities to arrest the culprits behind the fatal robbery of an Ogun polytechnic student, prompting the school to pledge improved safety measures.
Professor Urges Nigeria to Prioritize Practical Skills Over Academic Degrees to Solve Unemployment
Professor Emmanuel Raymond advocates for a shift from certificate-based education to technical training to curb unemployment and improve Nigeria's economic stability.
University of Jos Calls Emergency Student Gathering Over Safety Issues
The University of Jos has mandated that all students attend an emergency meeting on July 31, 2026, to discuss rising security threats and recent violent incidents affecting the campus community.
WAEC sues labor union to block strike as groups clash over motives
WAEC has initiated legal action against NASU to halt a planned strike, while the Northern Youth Council of Nigeria and the union offer conflicting accounts on whether the conflict is ethnic or labor-related.
Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi Becomes First Black Woman to Secure Robotics PhD at University of Michigan
Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi has made history as the first Black woman to earn a PhD in Robotics from the University of Michigan, highlighting her dedication to mentorship and community service.
TETFund Imposes Strict Penalties on Incomplete Institutional Projects
TETFund will deny 2027 funding to universities and colleges that fail to complete existing construction projects, citing administrative neglect and mismanagement.
LASUED VC Debunks Myths About Female Leadership and Shares University Progress
Prof. Bidemi Bilikis Lafiaji-Okuneye discusses her role as LASUED's pioneer Vice-Chancellor, addressing the challenges of leadership, the myths surrounding female success, and the massive growth in university enrollment and infrastructure.
University of Benin Appoints Edo Polytechnic Acting Rector as Associate Professor
The University of Benin has promoted the Acting Rector of Edo State Polytechnic, Dr. Nosakhare Liberty Arodoye, to the rank of Associate Professor of Economics following a successful academic review.