Nigerian Researcher At Massachusetts Institute Breaks World Records, Develops Prototype For Smallest GPS Tracker

Reflecting on his journey, Oyinlola shared that his fascination with technology began at the age of 13, when his secondary school in Nigeria received a donation of computers from engineer and alumnus Seyi Makinde, as that was the first time he ever laid hands on a computer. A Nigerian researcher at the Massachusetts Institute of […]

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Tinubu promises N45,000 monthly stipend before students at technical colleges

The federal government has announced a monthly stipend of N45,000 for students enrolled in technical colleges across the country. This is in a landmark move to revitalise Technical and Vocational Education and Training. The Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Idris Bugaje, disclosed this in Abuja on the second-year administration of […]

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Gov. Diri warns students against cultism at state varsity.

Gov. Douye Diri of Bayelsa, on Friday, gave a stern warning to students who engage in cult activities at the state-owned Niger Delta University (NDU) to withdraw from the institution or be expelled. The governor gave the warning during the NDU 7th combined convocation of the institution. Recent incidents of students’ cult rivalry reportedly claimed […]

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NUC approves 21 academic programmes for UNIPORT.

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved 21 academic programmes for the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) following a rigorous accreditation exercise conducted across universities nationwide. The Vice Chancellor of UNIPORT, Owunari Georgewill, announced this development to journalists in Port Harcourt on Wednesday. He stated that the NUC’s approval marked a significant milestone for both […]

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ASUU elects new president; Piwuna succeeds Osodeke.

Chris Piwuna, a professor of Medicine and consultant physiatrist, has been elected as the new national president of the Academic Staff Union of Universities. Mr Piwuna emerged the winner, at an election on Sunday, conducted during the 23rd National Delegates Congress, held at the University of Benin City in Edo. The new president was a […]

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ICPC Expands Investigation into NELFUND Student Loan Scheme Discrepancies, Targets Institutions, Individual Recipients.

ICPC investigates discrepancies in the NELFUND student loan scheme, targeting institutions and individual recipients for unauthorised deductions and fraud. The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has said its investigation into alleged discrepancies surrounding the disbursement of the student loans scheme under the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), would be extended to […]

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TDC and Associates Pay Courtesy Visit to Senator Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo on Proposed Federal STEAM Polytechnic in Tombia.

The Tombia Development Crusaders (TDC) and Associates on Friday, April 11, 2025, paid a courtesy visit to Her Excellency, Distinguished Senator Dr. Ipalibo Harry Banigo, who represents Rivers West Senatorial District at the National Assembly. The visit was centered around discussions concerning a proposed bill for the establishment of a Federal STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, […]

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71 Inmates graduate from Tertiary Education Programme in Ghana.

In a ceremony held at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison, 71 inmates graduated from a tertiary education programme, with three inmates earning first-class honors. The programme, a collaborative effort between the Ghana Prisons Service, the University of Cape Coast, and Plan Volta Ghana, aims to provide inmates with academic qualifications and skills to contribute positively […]

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Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential at Pine Manor International School!

Are you looking for a school that provides a unique blend of academic excellence, safety, and personalized attention? Look no further than Pine Manor International School! Our Hybrid Curriculum Offers: – A blend of international best practices and Nigerian curriculum – A well-rounded education that prepares students for success Our School Provides: – A safe […]

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Uniport promotes 46 to professors, associate professors.

The University of Port Harcourt has promoted 30 senior academics to the rank of professor and 16 others to associate professors. On Tuesday, the institution’s vice-chancellor, Owunari Georgewill, announced this in a statement in Port Harcourt. Mr Georgewill said the newly promoted professors had undergone rigorous assessment processes set up by the university. ”The promotions […]

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