The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, announced that the Federal Government released ₦2.3 billion to universities nationwide. The funds cover Batch 8 salary and promotion arrears for teaching and non-academic staff. This move shows the government’s commitment to clearing long-standing financial backlogs in public universities. Purpose of the Funds Dr Alausa explained that the…
The University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, has banned all unauthorized skitmaking and video production on its campus. This restriction covers hostels, classrooms, and other school facilities. In a statement signed by Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, Head of Communication, UNILAG said it is concerned about the growing number of people filming without permission. The school explained that the…
The University of Jos is set to welcome more than 10,000 athletes from 22 universities for the 27th National Universities Games Association (NUGA) event. Vice Chancellor Prof. Tanko Ishaya announced this during a road walk in Jos on Tuesday to create awareness for the competition. The games will hold from November 6 to 16, 2025….
Kate Rogers, CEO and President of the Alamo Trust, has stepped down following strong criticism from Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. The Republican leader demanded her removal, claiming that her academic work conflicted with the historical narrative he supports. Rogers said she chose to resign after realizing that the controversy had made her position unsustainable….
China has sent golden snub-nosed monkeys on a long-term loan to European zoos for the first time. In April three were placed at France’s Beauval Zoo and a similar group arrived in Belgium’s Pairi Daiza in May. This development marks yet another chapter in China’s strategy to leverage iconic species for international cooperation. The Monkeys…
Bestselling author Jodi Picoult has responded strongly after Mississinewa High School in Indiana canceled its planned performance of Between the Lines. The school halted the musical just days before its debut. Picoult described the move as censorship and said it silenced the voices of young performers. She added that the decision robbed students of a…
The Federal Government has started a new solar energy initiative for federal universities and teaching hospitals. The project will install solar hybrid power systems across institutions to reduce fuel costs and improve access to electricity. According to the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN), the plan will provide 148 megawatts of clean energy across 37 universities…
In a major development for the chess community, the International Chess Federation (FIDE) has opened a formal review into allegations that Vladimir Kramnik targeted grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky with unfounded cheating accusations. Because Naroditsky died at age 29 under unknown circumstances, the controversy has sparked outrage and calls for accountability. Kramnik, who held the world chess…
American chess grandmaster Daniel Naroditsky has died at the age of 29. His death has deeply saddened the global chess community, as many regarded him as one of the most brilliant players of his generation. The Charlotte Chess Center in North Carolina, where he served as Grandmaster-in-Residence, confirmed the news. His family described the loss…
The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a four-week ultimatum to the Federal Government (FG) to resolve the ongoing crisis with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) and other tertiary education unions. This development comes after years of unresolved negotiations and unfulfilled promises that have repeatedly disrupted Nigeria’s education system. NLC President Joe Ajaero…
