World University RankingsCovenant University, the University of Ibadan and the University of Lagos occupy the leading Nigerian positions in the published ranking. A total of 29 Nigerian universities have been featured in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2027 World University Rankings, up from 24 institutions in the previous edition. The ranking, published on October 1,…
Candidates seeking admission for the 2026/2027 academic session have been urged to monitor their records and respond promptly to official instructions. As Nigerian universities continue processing applications for the 2026/2027 academic session, prospective students are being reminded of the importance of monitoring their admission records and ensuring that their credentials are complete. The Joint Admissions…
President Bola Tinubu ordered an investigation into the disaster after the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crashed during a routine mission. Nigeria has been thrown into mourning following a Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Ondo State that reportedly killed all 25 people aboard. The aircraft, an ATR-42, was carrying 20 passengers and five crew members…
The reported attack highlights the continuing security challenges facing communities and military formations in northeastern Nigeria. At least 8 to 10 Nigerian soldiers were reportedly killed when suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) militants attacked a military base in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack, which occurred on Tuesday evening, October…
The ruling party says its presidential campaign will begin in Kaduna as preparations intensify for the 2027 general election. The All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced October 24, 2026, as the date for the flag-off of its presidential campaign in Kaduna State, marking a significant step in the party’s preparations for the forthcoming general election….
The proposed measure is intended to reduce sudden price fluctuations, but its implementation and impact on pump prices remain important questions. The Federal Government has proposed a mechanism aimed at limiting petrol cost volatility, with a target ceiling of approximately ₦1,350 per litre for petrol’s ex-gantry or landing cost. The proposal was announced by the…
The approved courses include Software Engineering, Criminology and Security Studies, Journalism and Media Studies, and Information Systems. Redeemer’s University in Ede, Osun State, has announced plans to introduce 10 new full-time undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session following approval from the National Universities Commission (NUC). The announcement was made during activities surrounding the institution’s…
e revised charges will affect undergraduate students, with the amounts varying according to programme and level of study. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has approved revised undergraduate registration charges for the 2026/2027 academic session, prompting renewed attention to the cost of university education in Nigeria. The decision was approved by the university’s Governing Council at…
The Federal University Dutse (FUD) in Jigawa State has secured a ₦1 billion solar mini-grid project aimed at strengthening electricity supply on campus. The development was confirmed by the university in a statement issued on Wednesday, October 1, 2026, by the Acting Director of Public Affairs, Mr Abdullahi Yahaya Bello. According to the statement, the…
Political exchanges surrounding Nigeria’s 2027 general elections intensified on Thursday, October 9, 2026, following criticism from the Presidency and the Edo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) over remarks by former Minister of Transportation Rotimi Amaechi. The reactions reflect the increasingly heated debate as political actors position themselves ahead of the next presidential…