NLC Backs ASUU, Warns FG Against ‘No Work, No Pay’ Threats
By Chinedu Echianu The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has thrown its full weight behind the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) in its ongoing two-week warning strike, cautioning the Federal Government against using threats of the “No Work, No Pay” policy to intimidate lecturers. In a statement released on Monday, NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero, […]
ASUU Strike: Lecturers Suspend Classes Nationwide After 14-Day Ultimatum
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Nigeria’s fragile university system faces renewed disruption as the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) begins a two-week warning strike today (Monday), following the expiration of its 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government. The strike comes despite assurances from the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, that the Tinubu administration had released […]
ASUU Faults Government’s Slow Response, Threatens Strike
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has sharply criticized the Federal Government’s repeated delays in addressing longstanding grievances, warning that its upcoming ultimatum will force “substantial consequences” if ignored. President Prof. Chris Piwuna expressed frustration on Thursday during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief, saying the government’s appeal to […]
Aiyedatiwa Seeks Private Investment to Boost Tertiary Education
By: Aremu Toyeebaht Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has called for stronger collaboration between government, private investors, and educational stakeholders to address the infrastructural and welfare challenges facing tertiary institutions in the state. The governor made the appeal during a meeting with student representatives of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko (AAUA), at his office in […]
SSANU,NASU Threaten Nationwide Protest
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) have announced a one-day nationwide protest on Thursday, warning that unresolved staff welfare issues could disrupt university operations and affect students’ learning. Under the Joint Action Committee (JAC), the unions have directed all […]
UNIBEN Bans Sign-Out Parties, Warns Students, Parents
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The University of Benin (UNIBEN) has taken decisive action to curb growing cases of unruly behaviour among graduating students by banning all forms of sign-out celebrations across its campuses. In a circular signed by the Registrar, Mr. Ademola Bobola, and released on Tuesday in Benin City, the university said the measure aims […]
SSANU, NASU Extend Strike Ultimatum, Warn of Nationwide Action
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) have granted the Federal Government a two-week extension to address unresolved welfare issues affecting university staff nationwide. The unions, acting through the Joint Action Committee had initially given the government a seven-day ultimatum but extended it after meetings […]
ARCN Boss Commends Institutes’ Contributions to Research and Education
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Executive Secretary of the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria (ARCN), Abubakar Adamu-Dabban, has begun oversight visits to colleges and research institutes under the council. He started with the National Institute for Oceanography and Marine Research (NIOMR) and the Federal College of Fisheries and Marine Technology in Lagos. Staff Collaboration and Performance […]
US Reaffirms Support for Nigerian Students at 2025 Education Fair
By: Aremu Toyeebaht The United States Government has reiterated its commitment to supporting Nigerian students, innovators, and change-makers seeking educational opportunities in America. U.S. Embassy Public Diplomacy Officer, Brian Neubert, made the remarks on Monday at the 2025 Education U.S. Nigeria Fair in Abuja, themed “Empowering Futures: Discover American Excellence in Education and Innovation.” The […]
Public Speaking, Inclusion Take Spotlight at RENA ShootUp 2025
By Julian Osamoto The RENA ShootUp Conference 2025 organised in Abuja, has spotlighted the importance of public speaking in shaping girls’ confidence and leadership capacity. With the theme “Amplifying Our Voice: Building Confidence Through Inclusive Communication,” the second edition of the annual conference brought together students from public and private schools, as well as girls […]