Education

Federal University Lokoja’s Governing Council takes decisive action against misconduct to uphold ethical standards The Governing Council of Federal University Lokoja has made the decision to terminate the employment of four lecturers over allegations related to misconduct, specifically involving examination and sexual misconduct. This measure, focusing on Kogi university lecturer misconduct, highlights the institution’s commitment…

Students fear for safety as worsening cracks and ongoing rains heighten risks in University of Calabar hostels Students of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) have voiced UNICAL hostel safety concerns, fearing that the deteriorating conditions of their accommodations may pose a serious risk. Many residents, especially those in the male and female hostels, have noticed…

Non-teaching university staff escalate action over withheld salaries and unaddressed grievances, leading to campus closures across Nigeria The university staff indefinite strike has prompted a shutdown of university operations across Nigeria, as members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) begin their…

JAMB responds to public pressure by adjusting the 16-year age requirement for university admissions until August 2025 The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has made a significant adjustment in response to public demand, as JAMB extends the 16-year admission age limit for candidates applying to tertiary institutions. This revision allows students who will turn…

Starting January 2025, Nigerian pupils will be required to acquire at least two vocational skills as part of the restructured basic education curriculum The Federal Government of Nigeria has approved a groundbreaking update to the basic school curriculum, introducing vocational subjects such as plumbing, hairstyling, and solar installation. This new curriculum, set to take effect…