OAU Steps In as Student Retracts False Sexual Assault Claim
Obafemi Awolowo University has intervened after a female student falsely accused a male peer of sexual assault, leading to a public apology and legal demands for damages.
Category : Education
Graduate Attended 12 Primary Schools, Skipped JSS1, Goes Viral
A Nigerian university graduate has gone viral on TikTok after revealing her unique academic path, including attending 12 primary schools, skipping JSS1, and graduating with a second-class upper degree.
NJFP Warns Against Fraudulent Practices in Fellowship Applications
The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme warns applicants about scams targeting its application process, emphasizing that NJFP 2.0 is completely free with no fees or middlemen involved.
UNILAG Student's N400k Allowance Triggers Online Reactions
A University of Lagos female student's revelation of receiving N400,000 as monthly allowance in a viral TikTok video has ignited mixed reactions online, with some disputing and others corroborating the claim.
UI Engineering Graduate Emerges Best After Representing Nigeria
Hammed Abdullah Ishola, a University of Ibadan electrical engineering graduate, has been celebrated for emerging as the best in his faculty after previously representing Nigeria at an international physics competition in Portugal.
Gregory University Graduate Achieves 31 As, 17 Bs, 4.63 CGPA
A Gregory University graduate has captured public attention by sharing her remarkable academic record, including 31 As and 17 Bs, culminating in a 4.63 CGPA and first-class honors.
UI Alumni: 6 Influential Nigerians and Their Courses
Discover six notable Nigerians who studied at the University of Ibadan, including Chinua Achebe and William Kumuyi, their fields of study, and graduation years.
Businessman Shocked by UI Student's 3.96 CGPA Ranking Second
A Nigerian businessman sparked online debate after questioning how a University of Ibadan engineering graduate with a 3.96/4.00 CGPA could rank second-best in his faculty, revealing the top student achieved 3.97.
Graduate's 4.49 CGPA Story After 4 UTME Attempts Goes Viral
A Caleb University graduate named Favour shared her emotional academic journey on TikTok, revealing she wrote UTME four times and graduated with a 4.49 CGPA that initially broke her heart.
UI Law Graduate Gets First Class After N1m Scholarship Win
Tomilayo Ebenezer Oyedeji graduates with first-class honors in law from UI, shares how he won a N1 million scholarship from the Body of Senior Advocates of Nigeria before completing his degree.
NNPC, Seplat Open 2026 Undergraduate Scholarship Portal
The NNPC/SEPLAT Joint Venture has opened applications for its 2026 National Undergraduate Scholarship Programme. Eligible students in accredited Nigerian universities can apply until March 13, 2026.
NUC Issues Guidelines to Regulate Honorary Doctorate Awards
The National Universities Commission introduces strict guidelines to regulate honorary doctorate degrees, addressing concerns over indiscriminate conferment and misuse in Nigerian universities.
UI Graduate Viral for 68 A's Out of 74 Courses
A University of Ibadan graduate, Ajayi Oladamola, has gone viral on social media after showcasing his academic achievements, including 68 A's out of 74 courses and a 3.91 CGPA.
UI Graduate Achieves First Class, Dean's List Honors
Abdulafeez Busayo Sikirullahi, a University of Ibadan graduate, earned first class honours in Electrical Engineering with a 3.92 CGPA, ranking top in his department and faculty while winning multiple scholarships.
UI Student Switches Major, Bags First Class in Engineering
Oguntimehin Daniel Ifedamola, a University of Ibadan graduate, switched from mathematics to electrical engineering in his second year and graduated with a 3.96 CGPA, ranking second best in his department and faculty.
NUC Cracks Down on Indiscriminate Honorary Doctorate Awards
The National Universities Commission has released comprehensive guidelines to regulate honorary doctorate awards in Nigeria, addressing widespread abuse and misuse of such honors. The new rules include strict eligibility criteria and usage restrictions.
Teacher Laments Parents Sending Sick Kids to School
A primary school teacher expresses concern over parents sending visibly ill children to school, highlighting risks to health and limited school resources for medical care.
Kwara Students Risk Missing Exams Due to Insecurity School Closures
Thousands of secondary school students in Kwara State may miss WAEC and NECO exams as insecurity forces prolonged school closures, with families unable to afford relocation to safer areas for registration and testing.
UI Law Graduate with 283 UTME Score Bags 2:1
Oladejo Adeoluwa, a University of Ibadan law graduate, shares his journey from a 283 UTME score to a second-class upper degree, revealing law was not his first choice and how he overcame boredom in his studies.
LASU Student With 4.78 CGPA Sleeps in Shop, Story Viral
A first-class student at Lagos State University with a 4.78 CGPA has shared his emotional story of sleeping in a shop with his family, sparking widespread reactions online.
UI Law Graduate Runs Catering Business While Studying, Sets Family First
Odili Jennifer graduates with a law degree from the University of Ibadan while operating a successful catering business throughout her studies, becoming the first in her family to achieve this academic milestone.
UI Petroleum Engineering Graduate Scores 3.96 CGPA
Olasunkanmi Mubarak Ayinde graduates from University of Ibadan with first-class honours, scoring over 70 As out of 85 courses and earning Best Graduating Student award.
UI Graduate Scores 48 A's in 64 Courses for First Class Degree
Oguntola Abdulsalam Olamide, a University of Ibadan mechanical engineering graduate, earned first-class honours with 48 A's and 16 B's across 64 courses, achieving a 3.77 CGPA.
OOU Grad Rises from Third Class to 2:1 Honors
Amidu Suliat Ajoke, an Olabisi Onabanjo University graduate, shares her inspiring academic turnaround from a 2.4 CGPA in first year to graduating with a 3.51 CGPA and second class upper division.
Professor on Leave for Racist Comments About Black Students
A Hunter College professor has been placed on administrative leave after making abhorrent racist remarks about black students during a virtual public meeting, sparking widespread outrage and an investigation.
Home Economics Careers in Nigeria: Lucrative Paths
Explore diverse and rewarding career opportunities in home economics in Nigeria, including roles as nutritionists, fashion designers, catering managers, and entrepreneurs.
Larry Summers Resigns from Harvard Over Epstein Ties
Former Harvard president Larry Summers announces retirement from teaching at Harvard University, citing ongoing scrutiny over his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. He steps down from his academic and leadership roles.
Messi Regrets Not Learning English While Growing Up
Football legend Lionel Messi reveals he deeply regrets not learning English as a child, calling it a personal shortcoming that limited him in global interactions.
Kano Sets Sallah Break Dates for Public and Private Schools
Kano State Government has declared March 1, 2026, as the start of the Eid al-Fitr holiday for all primary and post-primary schools, with resumption dates set for late March.
OAU to UI: Law Graduate Bags First Class, Shares Journey
Betty Igbogbo, a University of Ibadan law graduate, achieved a First Class degree after transferring from OAU. Inspired by a 2019 convocation, she overcame setbacks through intense study and faith.
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