The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), has announced applications for admission into its Diploma in Music Education programme for the 2026/2027 academic session. The announcement provides another opportunity for prospective students interested in music education and related fields to explore formal training at one of Nigeria’s established universities.The programme was listed in an admission notice…
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund has commenced the establishment of innovation hubs in 45 beneficiary tertiary institutions across Nigeria as part of efforts to strengthen research, promote technological innovation and support the commercialisation of locally developed products. The initiative is intended to help universities and other beneficiary institutions move beyond theoretical research by providing facilities…
LAGOS — Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has extended the application period for its initial public offering (IPO) by two weeks, giving prospective investors additional time to participate in one of Nigeria’s most closely watched share offerings. The offer, which was originally scheduled to close on October 13, 2026, will now remain open until October…
Nigeria’s telecommunications industry is facing renewed questions about service quality after a report highlighted ₦2.53 trillion in network investment alongside continuing complaints from subscribers. The report, published by The Guardian Nigeria on October 10, examined whether spending on telecommunications infrastructure was translating into better experiences for mobile phone users. Figures cited in the report indicated…
The University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, has attracted attention following a report that five of its academics have been included in a global ranking of leading scientists. The recognition has now been confirmed as the 2026 Stanford–Elsevier list of the world’s top 2% scientists under the Single-Year Scientific Impact category for the 2025 calendar year.The…
24 Nigerians Identified by US Immigration Authorities in Enforcement ActionThe United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has released the names and photographs of 24 Nigerians arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in connection with various alleged criminal offences, as part of its ongoing immigration enforcement and deportation campaign. The list was published on…
IBADAN — Tragedy struck Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, after an articulated truck reportedly rammed into several vehicles, killing a serving member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and leaving other people injured. The incident occurred on Monday around the Agodi Gardens area, behind the Oyo State Government Secretariat, according to a report published…
The Independent National Electoral Commission has published final lists of governorship candidates for the 2027 general elections, providing voters with a clearer picture of the political figures expected to contest governorship positions across several states. The lists contain candidates’ names, political party affiliations and other relevant identifying information. Their publication represents an important stage in…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has increased its gantry price for automotive gas oil, commonly known as diesel, by ₦100 per litre. According to a notice from the refinery’s Group Commercial Operations, reviewed by http://Petroleumprice.ng, the price was raised from ₦1,700 to ₦1,800 per litre, effective Saturday, October 10, 2026. The adjustment represents a 5.88% increase. Customers…
The death of Etimbuk Daniel, the immediate past Students’ Union Government (SUG) president of Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU), at a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation camp in Enugu State has sparked grief and calls for an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. Daniel’s death was reported on Sunday, October 11, by Nigerian…