Uncertainty as ASUU Rejects FG’s Offer

There is no respite in sight for university workers under the umbrella of Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, who are agitating for the release of their withheld salaries resulting from last year’s industrial action. According to the reports the union last week lost its suit against the federal government over the salaries withheld for…

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Reps Promise to End Strikes in Universities

The House of Representatives Committee on University Education has promised to work toward ending recurring strikes in Nigerian universities. Rep. Abubakar Fulata, the Chairman of the committee said this known at a meeting with the Executive Secretary of National University Commission (NUC) and Vice-Chancellors of federal Universities in Abuja on Tuesday. “This kind of meeting…

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President Tinubu Commits to Preventing Student Dropouts Due to Fees

President Bola Tinubu has assured of his commitment towards ensuring that no student drops out of tertiary institution over inability to pay fees. Tinubu said his administration would ensure educational institutions get the necessary resources to carry out their responsibilities. He spoke during the 33rd convocation ceremony of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA)…

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Renewable Energy Entrepreneur, Adegoke Bags Honorary Doctorate Award

By: Babatunde Tiamiyu The need for government at all level to explore the renewable energy sector to create stable power supply for enhanced economic stability has again been re-emphasised. A green and renewable energy expert, Dr Olaoluwa Adegoke, reiterated this at a ceremony celebrating his Award of honorary doctorate degree, PHD in Entrepreneurship (Honoris Causa)…

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