Taraba State University Suspends All Student Associations 

The management of Taraba State University Jalingo has suspended all student associations, unions, clubs, and societies operating within the University till further notice. The suspension followed unruly activities exhibited by some students of the institution during students week. The suspension of Unions activities was contained in a circular signed by the Registrar of the institution Joseph U. Bibinu, PhD and addressed to all Students, Staff and General University Community. The circular reads in parts: “The...

Students Give ASUU, Federal Government 7 Days To Resolve Ongoing Disputes

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has threatened another strike action that could disrupt the nation’s academic calendar if the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) do not resolve the ongoing disputes within seven days. NANS President, Olushola Oladoja, stated this on Wednesday in a press statement, saying the recent threat of industrial action by ASUU was jeopardizing the progress. Oladoja said: “It is, therefore, in this spirit that NANS...

FG Approves New Admission Criteria for Tertiary Institutions

The Federal Government has approved new national guidelines to simplify admission requirements into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions, with the aim of widening access to higher education and reducing the number of qualified but disenfranchised youths. Under the policy, promulgated by the Federal Ministry of Education and spearheaded by the Honourable Minister, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, the threshold for entry into universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and Innovation Enterprise Academies (IEAs) has been relaxed. The revised criteria...

CONUA Declares Non-Participation in Ongoing ASUU Strike

The Congress of University Academics (CONUA) has denied any participation in the nationwide strike by university lecturers. In a statement issued by its President, Dr Niyi Sunmonu, CONUA rebutted circulating claims of its involvement in the industrial action. He declared: “It is important to emphasize that CONUA has no basis at this time to declare a dispute or embark on any strike action.” Dr Sunmonu further urged members to maintain their responsibilities, including fulfilling their...

ASUU Declares Two-Week Warning Strike Across Public Universities

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced a two-week warning strike beginning midnight, Monday, 13 October 2025, directing all academic staff in public universities to withdraw their services. ASUU says the action is a “total and comprehensive” strike and the period is intended to force the Federal Government to conclude negotiations over longstanding demands. During a press conference in Abuja on Sunday, ASUU President Prof. Chris Piwuna affirmed that the union’s ultimatum had...

Times Higher Education Ranks University of Ibadan, Nigeria’s Best in 2026

The University of Ibadan (UI) has once again secured its position as Nigeria’s leading university in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, placing in the 801–1,000 global band. This marks its return to the top slot among Nigerian universities, having last held it in 2023. The Ibadan-based institution advanced from fourth place in 2025, surpassing other prominent Nigerian universities. THE’s 2026 survey encompassed 2,191 institutions across 115 countries, assessing performance using 18...

Federal Govt Establishes New Negotiation Committee For Tertiary Institutions

The federal government has set up the Mahmud Yayale Ahmed–led Expanded Negotiation Committee for Tertiary Institutions to enhance discussions with academic and non-academic unions across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across the country. ​Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, while inaugurating the new committee in Abuja, said it was established to harmonize all negotiation processes under a unified and coordinated framework that ensures institutional continuity and sector-wide inclusiveness. Alausa called on all academic and non-academic...

Oluremi Tinubu Seeks Urgent Action On Shortage Of Teachers

Senator Oluremi Tinubu, Nigeria first lady, has sought urgent action on the shortage of teachers across the country. The first lady expressed concern in her message on Sunday, in commemoration of the 2025 World Teachers’ Day, with the theme:  “Focusing on the Global Teacher Shortage.” Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, has demanded the recruitment of more professional teachers in the country as well as investments in their growth. According to her, there is an urgent need to draw more...

Court Orders JAMB, UNILAG, OAU To Suspend 2025-2026 Admissions

The Federal High Court sitting in Enugu has ordered the University of Lagos, UNILAG, Obafemi Awolowo University, OAU, and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, to suspend all admission processes for the 2025/2026 academic session following an ex-parte motion filed by a group of candidates. An education technology expert and the Chief Executive Officer of Educare, Alex Onyia, posted the court order on his X handle on Tuesday indicate that the order was issued...

ASUU Gives FG 14-Day Ultimatum to Meet Demands

…Threatens a total indefinite shutdown of public universities The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has given the Federal Government a 14-day ultimatum to satisfy its demands, warning that failure to act will invite a two-week warning strike and possibly a total, indefinite shutdown of public universities. The ultimatum follows the conclusion of ASUU’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting, held on Sunday, 28 September, at the University of Abuja. In a communiqué signed by the...

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