Lady Celebrates Convocation at Late Father's Grave
A Nigerian university graduate touched hearts online by wearing her convocation gown to her late father's burial site, sharing emotional photos that went viral on social media.
Category : Education
NYSC-SMEDAN Partnership Aims to Boost Economy Through Corps Businesses
The National Youth Service Corps reaffirms collaboration with SMEDAN to empower corps members nationwide through entrepreneurship training and business support, aiming to boost Nigeria's economy.
Teacher Mourns UNILAG Grad Who Died After Convocation
Oteniya Fatima Adebisi, former teacher of Maryam Agoro who died a day after UNILAG convocation, shares emotional tribute about student's health condition and fighting spirit.
Kwara South Schools Closed While Cattle Markets Reopen
Stakeholders in Kwara South question prolonged school closures due to insecurity while cattle markets linked to bandits resume operations, raising concerns about educational neglect and regional marginalization.
Nigerian Undergraduates Urged to Focus on Networking, Job Readiness
Education experts emphasize intentional networking and bridging academic-industrial gaps for Nigerian undergraduates during a recent webinar, offering practical career advancement strategies.
Friend Reveals Unknown Details About Late UNILAG Graduate
A close friend of Maryam Agoro, the University of Lagos graduate who died a day after her convocation, shares intimate details about her life, dreams, and their friendship.
UI Becomes Nigeria's Top University in 2026 Global Rankings
The University of Ibadan has reclaimed its position as Nigeria's highest-ranked institution in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, beating UNILAG and Covenant University.
UNILORIN Bans Bolt, Uber, Students Protest Mobility Crisis
University of Ilorin restricts ride-hailing vehicles from campus, triggering student frustration over long queues, missed tests, and inadequate shuttle services amid safety concerns.
Oxford Priest Steps Down Over Grooming Allegations
Father Damian Howard, Senior Chaplain at Oxford University Catholic Chaplaincy, resigns after substantiated allegations of grooming and professional misconduct by a vulnerable student.
UNILAG Graduate Mourns Coursemate's Death After Convocation
A University of Lagos graduate shares the final chat of his coursemate who died a day after their convocation ceremony, revealing her struggle with illness.
24 Nigerian Universities in 2026 Global Subject Rankings
Nigeria leads Sub-Saharan Africa with 24 universities featured in the 2026 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject, marking significant academic progress.
WTO Invites Nigerian Students to Apply for 2026 Model Conference
The World Trade Organization invites Nigerian students to apply for its 2026 Model WTO conference in Switzerland, offering an all-inclusive package with debates at WTO headquarters.
78-Year-Old Earns PhD at UNILAG Convocation, Oldest Graduate
The University of Lagos celebrated its 56th convocation with 5,775 postgraduate students graduating. Dr. Hammid Taju, aged 78, earned a PhD in French, becoming the oldest graduate, while Oba Sulaimon Bangbande received an MSc in Systems Engineering.
Wike's Son Graduates with MSc from King's College London
Joaquin Wike, son of FCT Minister Nyesom Wike, has earned his MSc in Management and Technology Change at King's College London, with family and prominent PDP leaders celebrating this academic achievement.
Emir Sanusi Studies Law to Strengthen Justice in Society
Muhammadu Sanusi II, the 16th Emir of Kano, has enrolled for a Law degree at Northwest University, Kano, describing it as fulfilment of a lifelong ambition to understand legal frameworks essential for societal stability.
IMSU Student Mourns Coursemate Who Died on New Year's Day
A final year student at Imo State University shares the heartbreaking last conversation with her 20-year-old coursemate who died just months before graduation, sparking emotional reactions online.
UNILAG Graduate Dies Day After Convocation
A tragic incident has occurred as Maryam Agoro, a recent graduate of the University of Lagos, passed away just one day after her convocation ceremony, leaving the academic community in mourning.
Olubadan: Nigeria's Fourth Republic Has Failed Nigerians
The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, declares Nigeria's Fourth Republic a failure in delivering democratic dividends, highlighting education, security, and rule of law shortcomings.
Govt Repositions Polytechnics for Innovation and Job Creation
The Nigerian government announces sweeping reforms to transform polytechnics into hubs of innovation and job creation, focusing on practical skills and entrepreneurship.
Student Finds Unknown Insect on Bed, Seeks Identification
A Nigerian female student has sparked concern after discovering an unidentified insect on her bed, prompting questions about its species and potential health implications.
Ogun State Launches AI-Powered OgunLearn Education Platform
Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun has unveiled OgunLearn, an innovative AI-powered teaching and learning platform designed to modernize classrooms and enhance digital education across the state.
Lecturer Bows to Student Emir Sanusi After Class in Kano
A viral photo shows the Emir of Kano, Muhammadu Sanusi II, exchanging greetings with his lecturer at Northwest University, where he studies Law, sparking praise for humility and respect in education.
Graduate's Emotional NYSC Posting Reaction Goes Viral
A Nigerian graduate's tearful joy upon NYSC deployment to Bayelsa State sparks social media reactions. NYSC confirms 2026 Batch A Stream 1 postings with orientation adjustments.
Polytechnics to Award Degrees as Tinubu Ends HND Dichotomy
The Federal Government has announced plans to grant polytechnics degree-awarding powers, ending the long-standing HND dichotomy. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa says this will elevate polytechnics into centers of excellence.
UNICROSS Denies Tampering with Students' Results
University of Cross River State management addresses allegations of result manipulation, citing portal transition challenges and systemic lapses as causes for delays.
Students Surprise Lecturer with Gifts, He Sheds Tears
A Nigerian lecturer was moved to tears when his students surprised him with gifts and tributes during a class. The heartwarming video went viral on TikTok.
UNILAG Grad Overcomes Classmate's Death Wish at Convocation
A University of Lagos graduate shares her emotional convocation story, revealing how she received anonymous death threats from a coursemate who wished her dead before graduation.
Emir Sanusi Returns to School as Law Student in Kano
Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi II begins lectures at Northwest University as a 200-level law student, receiving special admission for his governance experience.
JAMB Releases Student's Result Late, Misses Admission
Chukwukelu Happiness Emmanuella's 2025 UTME result was withheld for months and released after admissions closed, sparking outrage and calls for accountability.
Youth and Leadership: Reclaiming Its Tangible Essence
Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode explores why leadership feels distant to young Nigerians, contrasting historical decisiveness with today's procedural approach, offering pathways to make it tangible again.
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