By Mahdi Waziri Isa In a swift response to the malicious and misleading reports circulating on social media and blogs, the Management of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, has issued a press statement to clear the air and set the records straight. The rumors, which falsely claimed that the University hadContinue Reading
By Waziri Isa Adam (Group Editor-in-chief) One of the contenders for the position of the 14th Vice chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University Zaria that protested his arbitral exclusion from the race along side 12 others, Professor Muhammad Lawal Amin, has been invited for interaction with the Joint Council/Senate Selection BoardContinue Reading
By Waziri Isa Adam Professor Idris Muhammad Bugaje, a renowned educator and administrator, has been at the helm of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) since 2021. During his tenure, he has implemented transformative initiatives that have significantly impacted the technical and vocational education (TVE) sector in Nigeria. OneContinue Reading
National Assembly Committees: The Albatross Around Nigerian Polytechnics Necks The recent revelations about National Assembly Committees extorting money from universities to approve their budgets are a stark reminder of the existential threats facing Nigerian polytechnics. Instead of providing adequate funding and support, these committees are suffocating our institutions with theirContinue Reading
By Sani Bello Hamza Among the topics I detest and tirelessly fought the muse to write on are the controversial issues in religion. Not because I’m shy, timid or afraid to promote my religion, but because of its highly controversial nature. You can’t separate controversy and diversity from religion. ForContinue Reading
By Waziri Isa Adam The arbitrary disqualification of 13 contenders, including Professor Muhammad Lawal Amin, from the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Vice-Chancellor race has sparked outrage and concern among the academic community. In a letter dated January 28, 2025, Professor Amin, a renowned professor of African Languages and Cultures atContinue Reading
By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa Corruption undeniably undermines development in Nigeria by diverting resources intended for public services, leaving citizens deprived of basic necessities. It perpetuates inequality, where the powerful thrive while the impoverished suffer. This corrosive force weakens institutions, erodes trust in governance, and stalls national progress. It stifles innovationContinue Reading
By Ahmad Shuaibu Isa Nigeria’s economic landscape has been significantly impacted by a confluence of maladministration and systemic failures, exacerbating the hardships faced by its populace. As Africa’s most prominent economy, Nigeria remains heavily dependent on oil revenues, rendering it susceptible to the caprices of global market fluctuations. This dependencyContinue Reading
By Mahdi Waziri Isa Ahmadu Bello University Zaria has awarded its staff from several departments, faculties, units, and institutes, in recognition of their meritorious services and contributions to the advancement of the University. The event which took place at the university’s Yusufu Bala Usman Hall was organized by the RewardsContinue Reading