Category : Universities


Nigeria's First Astronaut Candidate: Fauziya Auwal

Meet Fauziya Auwal, Nigeria's first astronaut candidate with Titan Space Industries. Discover her journey from Kaduna to the stars and her mission to solve national challenges. Read her inspiring story.

Onwueme at 70 Calls for Massive Education Investment

Nigerian literary icon, Prof. Tess Onwueme, marks 70th birthday with a powerful appeal for increased funding and policy reforms in the education sector, calling it the bedrock of national development.

ASUU Accepts FG's 40% Pay Rise Proposal

Nigerian university lecturers have accepted a 40% salary increase from the government, potentially ending a 16-year industrial dispute. The new agreement includes better funding and research grants.

Lady graduates after 5 JAMB attempts, inspires online

A Nigerian lady's story of perseverance after writing JAMB five times, repeating a year, and resitting four exams has gone viral. She celebrates her graduation, attributing success to God and inspiring others. Read her full journey.

Prof Onwueme Calls for Major Education Investment

Nigerian literary icon, Prof Osonye Tess Onwueme, marks 70th birthday with a powerful plea for increased funding and value restoration in the country's education sector. Read her full statement.

NOUN Student Dies After Collapsing in Exam Hall

A National Open University student died after collapsing during a test at the Victoria Island centre. Eyewitnesses allege a lecturer delayed help. Read the full investigation.

WSCIJ Symposium Honors Biodun Jeyifo at 80

The Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism will host a public symposium on decolonisation to honour Professor Biodun Jeyifo's 80th birthday. Join the discourse on January 5, 2026, in Lagos.

OAU Lecturer Becomes Professor at 39

Segun Aina, a Computer Engineering scholar at Obafemi Awolowo University, has been promoted to full professor at age 39, becoming one of Nigeria's youngest professors. Discover his journey and impact.

Man Studies Law for 8 Years, Denied Certificate

A Nigerian man shares his heartbreaking ordeal of spending eight years studying law at a university only to be told he is not a student and denied his certificate. Read his full story and public reactions.

Segun Aina Becomes OAU Professor at 39

Dr. Segun Aina, a renowned computer engineer and entrepreneur, has been appointed a Professor at Obafemi Awolowo University at just 39. Discover his inspiring journey.

Crisis Over VC Selection at Federal University Wukari

A major crisis has erupted at Federal University Wukari over the suspended selection of a new Vice-Chancellor. Key stakeholders clash over alleged unilateral actions and procedural breaches. Get the full details.

Page 1 of 15