Education
FG Assures Corps Members of Backlog Payment for Delayed ₦77,000 Allowance
After months of delay, the Federal Government has assured members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) that they will receive the backlog of their new ₦77,000 monthly allowance. The allowance, which was increased from ₦33,000 in September 2024, has yet to be implemented despite multiple promises. However, the government has now confirmed that corps […]
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Lead City University Celebrates 20 Years, Seeks Equal Government Support for Private Institutions
Lead City University (LCU) has marked its 20th anniversary with a renewed call for the federal government to extend the same benefits given to public universities to private institutions. At a world press conference held today to kick off a weeklong celebration, LCU’s Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Kabiru Aderemi Adeyemo, who also chairs the Committee of Vice-Chancellors […]
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Oyo govt begins payment of bursary awards to students
The Oyo State Government has begun the payment of bursary awards to students of Oyo State extraction in Law Schools, Medical Schools, Aviation Schools and final year students of universities and HND across the country. The beneficiaries, numbering about 2,950, were drawn from a pool of about 3,000 registrants, having met the criteria set for […]
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NDLEA Warns Students Against Drug Abuse as Federal Cooperative College, Ibadan, Matriculates 406 Students
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has issued a strong warning to students about the dangers of drug abuse, emphasizing the need for awareness and preventive measures. Speaking at the 2024/2025 matriculation ceremony of 406 students at the Federal Cooperative College, Eleyele, Ibadan, Assistant Superintendent of Narcotics (ASN 1), George Tosin Ogungbemiro, highlighted the […]
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Aged Man Register To Write UTME
A 94-year-old man, Adedapo Idowu, has registered for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Idowu, who registered at the JAMB Professional Test Center in Ibadan, Oyo State, said he did sofulfilfill his long-standing aspiration of studying Political Science at the University of Ibadan. The 2025 UTME registration started on January 31. Last week, JAMB […]
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Oyo State NYSC Coordinator Urges Corps Members to Uphold Discipline, Community Service
The closing ceremony for the 2024 Batch “C” (Stream II) Orientation Course held at the Permanent Orientation Camp, Iseyin, Oyo State, was graced by distinguished dignitaries, including His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, who was represented at the event. The State Coordinator, Mr. Odoba Abel Oche, welcomed all attendees and highlighted the importance of the orientation […]
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Hon. Akinwole Akinleye Commissions New Classrooms to Enhance Education in Akinyele Local Government
In a significant move to enhance educational infrastructure, Hon. Akinwole Akinleye, the Executive Chairman of Akinyele Local Government, has commissioned a new block of three classrooms at Sagbe Community Primary School in Sagbe Moniya, Ibadan. This initiative underscores his administration’s commitment to providing quality education to the residents of Akinyele Local Government. Speaking at the […]
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7 Best Colours to Wear in the Sun for Comfort and Style
By Temidayo Aboderin As temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, knowing what to wear becomes essential for staying cool and comfortable. The colors you choose can make a significant difference in how you feel under the scorching sun. From keeping cool to looking stylish, here are the seven best colors to wear when you’re […]
Read MoreAssurance Imperial Nursing Home offer solutions to aging in Nigeria.
…Elders Support Worker, Care Home, Home Caregiver and Caregiver Training An Ibadan-based Elders Care Advocate, Assurance Imperial Home is one of the best home care and care homes for all in need of elderly care. Located at the popular Osuntokun Avenue, Bodija and Bashorun Estate, Akobo, in the ancient city of Ibadan, the care home […]
Read MoreOyo Corps Members Encouraged to Embrace Service, Skills, Community Development
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has encouraged the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members deployed to the state to embrace service, skills development, and community engagement. Governor Makinde gave the remark during the closing ceremony of the orientation programme of 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream One corps members at the Permanent Orientation Camp in Ogbakuta, […]
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Sanwo-Olu Gifts N100,000 Each To Lagos Batch B, Stream One Corps Members
Governor Sanwo-Olu is calling on the corps members to make positive impacts in their communities. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has gifted N100,000 each to the 2024 Batch B, Stream 1 corps members posted to the state. Sanwo-Olu made the promise when he visited the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Orientation Camp in the lyana […]
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Makinde stresses importance of national unity to corps members
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, has emphasised the importance of national unity in the National Youth Service Corps, highlighting the crucial role of the scheme in fostering a strong sense of cohesion among young people from different regions. He made the remark, during the official swearing-in ceremony of the 2024 Batch ‘B’ Stream 1 […]
Read MoreStrike: WAEC Makes Case For Students, Says Scheduled Exams Will HoldSubjects to be taken on Monday are Physics, Computer Studies and Insurance.
The West Africa Examination Council (WAEC), has distanced itself from the nationwide strike declared by the Nigerian Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC). The NLC and TUC had flagged a nationwide strike on Monday after a four-hour meeting with the leadership of the National Assembly on Sunday evening in Abuja, failed to […]
Read MoreBreaking:Staff of state-owned tertiary institutions begin three days warning strike
Academic and other activities will be grounded at State-owned tertiary institutions in Oyo State, as academic and non-academic staff under the aegis of Joint Action Committee of Trade Unions in state-owned tertiary institutions, today, Wednesday, May 29, 2024 embark on a three-day warning strike to press home their demands from the government. Joint Action Committee […]
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Ajayi Crowther University expels students involved in fight that led to death
Ajayi Crowther University management has expelled some students of the institution who were involved in a fight that led to the death of a fellow student. Contrary to what is trending, the University affirms that there is no cultism in the institution, just as the University has zero tolerance for any sort of anti societal […]
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Wesley College Wins 2024 National Productivity Centre Debate in Ibadan
Students of Wesley College in Elekuro, Ibadan, emerged winners of the 2024 Inter-Schools Debate organized by the Oyo State office of the National Productivity Centre (NPC) on Thursday. The debate, supported by Sen. Sharafadeen Alli (Oyo South/APC), Sumal Foods, and Better Jollof Eatery, aimed to facilitate positive competition among schools. Seven out of eight expected […]
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Makinde Encourages NYSC Corps Members to Become Change Agents in Oyo Communities
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members serving in the state to become change agents in their respective service communities. Speaking during the closing ceremony of the 2024 Batch A Stream 2 orientation course at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Iseyin, Makinde, who was represented by the state […]
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UNIPORT reacts to video of lecturer s@xually harassing a students says video was released by neighbouring Rivers State University TV
The management of University of Port Harcourt has dismissed a viral video of an alleged lecturer of the institution, s@xually harassing a student. Reacting to claim of the incident occurring at one of the offices in its Microbiology department, the Public Relations Officer of the University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT), Dr Sam Kpenu stated that it […]
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Oyo:NYSC State Coordinator Makes Case For Corps Members Welfare
The NYSC State Coordinator in Oyo state, Mr Abel Odoba, has implored corps members to add value to their certificate by embarking on acquiring more skills for self-development. He charged the Local Government Authorities to seize the opportunity provided by the scheme through the Community Development Programme by sponsoring projects identified by corps members so […]
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Think Beyond NYSC, Makinde Urges Corps Members to Create Wealth
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to think beyond the program and use their time to create wealth. The governor spoke during the opening of the 2024 Batch A, Stream I Orientation Course for corps members deployed to the state, at Iseyin on Tuesday. Makinde, who […]
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