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FUOYE says deputy dean’s probe is lawful, rejects political claims
By Boye Oyeyemi The suspended Deputy Dean of Student Affairs at the Federal University Oye-Ekiti, Banji Olaleye, has alleged that the investigation into claims that he extorted students was predetermined, insisting the university’s management had resolved to remove him before the probe commenced. Olaleye, who spoke in an interview on Sunday, claimed the current administration became uncomfortable with him after…
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Three students represent Nigeria at global STEM Olympiad in Italy
Three Nigerian students are representing the country at the Grand Finale of the International STEM Olympiad in Rome, Italy, where they are competing in Mathematics and Science events alongside participants from more than 150 countries. The students — Egejurum Onyedikachi Ethan, 11, Onwubiko Chimduebube Victor, 13, and Don Anele Munachimso Marvelous, 17 — qualified for the competition after emerging among…
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Appeal court overturns ruling on wearing hijab in private school
By Adejayan Gbenga The Court of Appeal in Ibadan has overturned the Oyo State High Court judgment that allowed Muslim students of the International School, University of Ibadan (ISI), to wear hijab as part of the school’s approved uniform. In a split judgment delivered on Friday, the appellate court held by a two-to-one majority that the Supreme Court’s decision permitting…
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Court arraigns man over alleged theft of Ondo varsity property
By Boye Oyeyemi A 25-year-old man, Sikiru Imoru, has been arraigned before an Akungba-Akoko Magistrates’ Court in Ondo State over the alleged theft of iron materials belonging to the state-owned Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko. The defendant was brought before Magistrate K.A. Kolawole on a three-count charge bordering on alleged stealing. The prosecutor, Inspector Kehinde Emmanuel, told the court that the…
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Kwara poly begins maiden cassava harvest to boost revenue, practical learning
By Mosunmola Ayobami, Ilorin Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin, has commenced the maiden harvest of its 10-hectare cassava plantation as part of efforts to diversify its revenue base, strengthen agricultural entrepreneurship and provide students with practical learning opportunities. The Rector, Dr. Abdul Jimoh, disclosed this on Thursday during the symbolic harvesting of the cassava at the institution’s commercial farm. He said…
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Oyo govt orders schools to recover lost academic time after Oriire school attack
By Adejayan Gbenga The Oyo State Government has directed public schools across the state to intensify efforts to recover academic time lost during the recent industrial action triggered by the abduction of teachers and students in Oriire Local Government Area. The directive was issued on Thursday by the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Segun Olayiwola, during a stakeholders’ meeting…
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LASU unveils student innovations at annual entrepreneurship exhibition
Lagos State University (LASU) has reaffirmed its commitment to entrepreneurship, innovation and skills development with the successful hosting of the 2026 edition of its annual ENT 312 Practical Entrepreneurship Exhibition and Fair at the Buba Marwa Auditorium Car Park, Ojo Campus. The annual exhibition, which serves as the end-of-semester practical examination, featured innovative products, business ideas and vocational projects developed…
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FG to replace NYSC khaki with adire as scheme adopts new reforms
The Federal Government has announced that the traditional khaki uniform worn by members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) will be replaced with Adire fabric as part of the newly approved reforms aimed at strengthening local production and boosting the nation’s economy. Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, disclosed this on Thursday during an interview on Channels Television’s The…
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ASUU threatens strike over unpaid lecturers’ allowances in Ondo
By Boye Oyeyemi The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Akure Zone, has accused the Ondo State Government of failing to implement the financial components of the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU agreement, warning that the delay could spark another round of industrial action in the state’s tertiary institutions. The Zonal Coordinator of ASUU, Adeola Egbedokun, made the allegation during a press conference…
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Oyo NUT suspends strike, directs teachers to resume Thursday
By Adejayan Gbenga The Nigeria Union of Teachers has suspended its strike in Oyo State and directed all public primary and secondary school teachers to resume work on Thursday, July 2, following renewed discussions with the state government over security concerns. The union embarked on the industrial action after the abduction of teachers and pupils in Oriire Local Government Area,…
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