FG Exempts College of Education Candidates from UTME
Nigeria's Federal Government exempts candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education from writing UTME, effective next year.
Category : Education
FG Retains 16 Years as Minimum Admission Age for Tertiary Institutions
Nigeria's federal government upholds 16 years as the minimum age for university admission, balancing inclusivity and academic readiness.
3 UI Nursing Grads Who Wrote JAMB Multiple Times Share Stories
Three University of Ibadan nursing graduates share inspiring stories of writing JAMB multiple times, facing COVID-19 and ASUU delays, and finally graduating.
NANS Hails BOVAS Founder as UNIOSUN Chancellor
NANS commends Osun Governor for appointing Mrs. Victoria Adunola Samson, BOVAS founder, as UNIOSUN Chancellor, citing visionary and merit-driven decision.
LASU Student Rejected UNILAG Admission After JAMB 4 Times
A LASU mass communication student who wrote JAMB four times shares why she turned down her UNILAG admission to study European Studies due to high fees.
ASUU Threatens Showdown with FG Over Flawed 2025 Agreement
ASUU threatens a showdown with the Federal Government over the partial implementation of the December 2025 agreement, citing withheld salaries and unresolved welfare issues.
Nigerian Nursing Student Bags Degree After 9 Years in US
A Nigerian nursing student at Indiana University in the US celebrates earning her BSN after 9 years abroad, including 5 years of delay and 4 years of hard work.
UI Student Quits Teaching Dream Over Student Misconduct
A University of Ibadan student shares her heartbreaking experience during teaching practice, revealing how student indiscipline crushed her passion for teaching.
JAMB Removes UTME for Education and Agric Non-Engineering
JAMB announces exemption from UTME for education and non-engineering agriculture courses at its 2026 Policy Meeting in Abuja.
Woman Praises Deeper Life High School Owerri for JAMB Results
A woman commends Deeper Life High School, Owerri for producing excellent JAMB results, noting students often score above 300 and maintain high standards across all campuses.
UI Graduate Honors Late Dad in Emotional Degree Celebration
A University of Ibadan graduate, Olalekan Olanike, celebrated her degree completion with an emotional message to her late father, trending on TikTok.
Teacher Writes Open Letter to JAMB Over Low Cut-Off Marks
A teacher has written an open letter to JAMB and the Ministry of Education, expressing concern over the continuous lowering of admission cut-off marks for tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
Student Wrote UTME 3 Times for Engineering, Gets Accounting Degree
A Nigerian student who wrote UTME three times aiming for civil engineering graduated with a second-class upper degree in accounting at Ignatius Ajuru University.
FG Mandates Drug Tests for New Secondary Students Nationwide
The federal government has launched a mandatory drug testing policy for all newly admitted secondary school students to ensure early detection and intervention, with a three-stage rehabilitation process.
FG Mandates Drug Tests for Secondary School Students
The Federal Government introduces compulsory drug testing for secondary school students, with suspensions for repeated positives, to combat substance abuse.
Sierra Leone Officials to Observe JAMB Policy Meeting
For the first time, Sierra Leone officials will observe JAMB's policy meeting in Abuja, where the 2026/2027 admission cut-off points will be set.
STEM4Climate Fellowship Launches Cohort for Women Empowerment
STEM4Climate Fellowship launches its first cohort on May 16, 2026, empowering 30 early-career women in STEM with climate literacy and project experience in Nigeria.
Katsina Governor Disburses N328m Medical Allowance to Students
Katsina State government disburses N328.1 million medical allowance to 650 medical students in 33 universities, reinforcing healthcare workforce development.
Ogun Governor Mourns Yewa Chief Imam Dies at 98
Governor Dapo Abiodun mourns Sheikh Sikirulai Babalola, Grand Chief Imam of Yewaland and President of Imams, who died at 98.
MOUAU Awards Chika Ikenga Infrastructure Philanthropist Honor
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike honoured industrialist Chika Ikenga with the Infrastructure Development Philanthropist Award during a conference on sustainable development.
Couple Graduates with Same Second-Class Upper Degrees
A couple who met as coursemates in a Nigerian university graduated with second-class upper degrees. They shared their love story on TikTok, inspiring many.
Man Writes JAMB 15 Years After Leaving School, Scores 204
A Nigerian man who left secondary school 15 years ago wrote UTME for the first time, scoring 204 without reading. His story went viral on X.
Kano Govt Approves N265m Hajj Package for 3,620 Pilgrims
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf approves over N265 million for 3,620 pilgrims, providing 200 Saudi Riyal each as a complimentary gift for the 2026 Hajj.
JAMB Defends Relevance Amid Calls for Scrapping Exam Board
JAMB responds to calls for its abolition, highlighting its strategic importance to Nigeria's admissions system and hosting a Sierra Leonean delegation.
Anambra Students Donate N10.7m for Tinubu's 2027 Form
Students in Anambra State, beneficiaries of NELFUND, have donated N10.7 million to support President Tinubu's second term bid, citing his educational reforms.
Nigerian, 29, Earns PhD in Oncology, Africa's Youngest
Nigerian-born Odii Chisom earns PhD in Oncology at 29, becoming Africa's youngest. He aims to improve cancer care and health equity through research.
UNIBEN Nursing Grad After 7 Years Shares Story
Joy Aliu, a UNIBEN nursing graduate, shares her 7-year journey after multiple UTME attempts, inspiring many with her resilience and determination.
Navigating Adult Friendship Breakups: A Guide to Healing
Adult friendship breakups can be as painful as romantic ones, yet often overlooked. Learn why they happen and how to cope with grace and self-compassion.
Tiwa Savage Foundation Awards 18 Nigerian Talents Berklee Scholarships
Tiwa Savage Music Foundation's inaugural Berklee in Nigeria program awards 18 young Nigerians over $2.1 million in scholarships to study at Berklee College of Music.
Study Urges Support for Women Leaders in Nigeria's Legal Field
A new study reveals barriers to women's leadership in Nigeria's legal profession and calls for institutional reforms, including crèches, mentoring, and gender-friendly policies.
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