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Lagos Assembly Budgets N55.4bn for Lawmakers’ Quarters, Complex Beautification in 2026

KEY POINTS Lagos Assembly plans to spend N55.4bn in 2026 on lawmakers’ quarters and...

February 7, 2026

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Fresh Benue Attack Leaves 13 Dead as Gunmen Torch Market, Abduct Women

KEY POINTS Gunmen killed 13 people in an attack on Anwase Market in Kwande...

February 7, 2026

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Nigeria, ASUU to Sign New Accord Aimed at University Stability

Nigeria’s federal government and ASUU will sign a new agreement on January 14, seeking to improve university quality and prevent recurring strikes.

January 12, 2026

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UNN Names Chimamanda Adichie Visiting Professor

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka, is strengthening academic excellence by appointing Chimamanda Adichie and other global scholars as visiting professors.

December 24, 2025

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NCC Pushes Universities to Teach Intellectual Property

The NCC is pushing universities to embed intellectual property studies in their curricula to strengthen innovation, digital rights protection, and future-ready skills.

December 2, 2025

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UI Hands Degrees to 5,900 as First-Class Ranks Grow

UI graduates 5,900 students as first-class numbers rise, marking improved performance across faculties despite persistent funding and systemwide pressures.

November 11, 2025

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Yakubu Gowon University Names New Vice Chancellor

Professor Hakeem Fawehinmi has been appointed vice chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University, signaling a new phase of stability and academic leadership

November 7, 2025

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UniCal Evicts Senior Staff from Quarters Over Misuse Allegations

UniCal evicts staff from residential quarters over allegations of rent racketeering, sparking protests and claims of abuse by senior staff.

October 15, 2025

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FG Reforms Admission Rules, Drops Maths for Arts Students

Mathematics not compulsory for Arts students as FG reforms admission rules to expand access and create fairer opportunities across institutions.

October 15, 2025

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ASUU Strike Halts Universities as Government Tightens Grip

ASUU strike shuts Nigerian universities as lecturers protest unpaid salaries and government enforcement intensifies across campuses.

October 14, 2025

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Parents Cry Out as Students Battle Hostel Shortage

Students across Nigerian universities struggle to find affordable housing as rent rises and hostel shortages worsen, sparking concerns among parents and experts.

October 10, 2025

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Government Orders 30-Day Deadline for Unused TETFund Grants

Nigeria’s government has issued a 30-day ultimatum to universities and polytechnics to account for unused TETFund allocations or risk severe sanctions.

October 9, 2025

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