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UNICROSS ASUU and Cross River Government Schedule Critical Talks to End Strike
After 45 days of industrial action at UNICROSS, the ASUU chapter is set to meet with a government-appointed committee to negotiate a resolution, though the union remains firm on its demands.
June 30, 2026
FUT Minna Campus Shut Down Following Student Protests Over Deadly Robberies
Students at FUT Minna blocked campus gates and the Minna-Bida road to protest a student's death and escalating robbery attacks, forcing the cancellation of academic activities.
June 30, 2026
Federal Government Moves to Abandon Secondary School Segregation Policy
Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa has announced plans to merge Junior and Senior Secondary Schools to combat high student dropout rates and improve infrastructure efficiency.
June 30, 2026
Governor Oborevwori Encourages NYSC Members to Foster Unity and Development
Governor Sheriff Oborevwori of Delta State has challenged NYSC members to act as ambassadors for national unity, community development, and personal integrity during their service year.
June 30, 2026
Edo State Government Demands Explanation from AAU Vice Chancellor Over NELFUND Loan Access Issues
The Edo State Ministry of Education has queried the Vice Chancellor of Ambrose Alli University, Professor Eunice Omonzejie, over the failure of students to access NELFUND loans, requiring a response by July 10, 2026.
June 30, 2026
ASUU Issues Strike Warning to Governors Makinde and AbdulRazaq Over 2025 Agreement
ASUU's Ibadan Zone has threatened an indefinite strike against the Oyo and Kwara state governments if they fail to implement the 2025 FGN-ASUU agreement by July 2026.
June 30, 2026
Federal Government to Scrap Failed Policy as Over 20 Million Students Drop Out
The Federal Government of Nigeria is moving to scrap its disarticulation policy after confirming that over 20 million children drop out between primary and senior secondary levels due to systemic educational failures.
June 30, 2026
FUT Minna Students Block Campus Access Over Surging Robberies
Students at FUT Minna halted campus activities and blocked school gates on Tuesday to protest increasing robbery incidents that have left them feeling unsafe in off-campus housing.
June 30, 2026
Suffolk students surprised by Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson during school trip
Pupils from St Gregory Primary School in Sudbury were stunned when their London school trip included a surprise red-carpet meeting with actor Dwayne Johnson at a Moana-themed event.
June 30, 2026
Federal Government and SSANU Conclude Renegotiation Deal
The Nigerian government and SSANU have signed a historic agreement to resolve the 2009 renegotiation dispute, with union leaders now pushing for immediate implementation.
June 30, 2026