President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Brigadier General Kunle Nafiu as the new Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). Bri. Gen. Nafiu, until his appointment, was the Chief of Staff to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Olufemi Oluyede, having also served in the same capacity...
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has called for the leadership of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to be investigated over the non-payment of the approved N77,000 monthly allowance for serving corps members. NANS expressed dismay that NYSC is yet to implement the payment of th...
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) has raised concerns over the appointment of Vice Chancellors in Nigerian universities, alleging that the government has turned the process into a constituency project rather than a merit-based selection. SSANU also lamented the poor funding o...
Microsoft is shutting down Skype, the internet-based phone and video service that was once the dominant way of staying connected in the mid 2000s. Skype will “no longer be available” to use starting in May, the company confirmed on X, telling users that their log-in information can be used on Microsoft...
Atiba University Oyo (AUO) has launched an Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programme to offer students a flexible and accessible way to learn at their own pace and on their schedule. During the launch event, titled ‘Atiba University ODL – Online Distance and Blended Learning Platforms,’ the Vice Chance...
Students from Lagos and Kano have gained insights into study opportunities in Europe through the European Union (EU) Study Fair. The fair provided Nigerian students with direct access to information about studying in Europe, allowing them to explore a wide range of academic programmes and disciplines....
