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Nigerian tertiary education reforms

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Latest: Nigeria's Tinubu extends tenures for Immigration and Correctional chiefs

Nigeria is undergoing significant reforms in its tertiary education sector. The Nigerian Senate amended the Federal Polytechnic Act to allow federal polytechnics to award Bachelor of Technology (B. Tech. Hons.) degrees i

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Nigerian university academic and administrative updates

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Latest: National Universities Commission approves new programmes for Nigerian universities

Nigerian universities are implementing various administrative and academic updates for the 2026/2027 session. Edo State University, Iyamho (ESUI) has established its academic calendar, with new students expected to arri

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Academic credential controversy at Michael and Cecilia Ibru

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Latest: Michael and Cecilia Ibru University suspends Pro-Chancellor over academic title controversy

Investigations into Anthony Kila, the Pro-Chancellor of Michael and Cecilia Ibru University (MCIU), revealed no evidence that he holds the academic rank of professor. Although Kila was described on university websites as

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Nigeria tertiary education ranking initiative

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Latest: Nigeria to rank tertiary institutions nationwide using 22 indicators

The Nigerian Federal Government has initiated a national ranking exercise for all tertiary institutions, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Announced by Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alaus

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NUC academic programme expansions in Nigeria

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Latest: Federal University Dutse receives NUC approval for 30 new programmes

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has been conducting resource verification and approval processes for new academic programmes across various Nigerian institutions. In early September, the NUC performed verific

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UNIOSUN governance and tenure dispute

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Latest: COPSUN urges NUC to curb regulatory interference in universities

Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State faced criticism after extending the tenure of Osun State University (UNIOSUN) Vice-Chancellor Clement Adebooye by two years. Civil society groups, such as the Coalition of Civil Soc

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