KASU ADMISSION LIST RELEASED

This is to inform the general public that the Kaduna State University admission list has been released and uploaded on the school portal, all prospective student of the school are hereby advised to proceed to the school portal to check their status.

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5 DEAD AS CULT CLASH

Its really a suprise when the news got to me that not less than 5 students where shot dead when a fight broke out between two rival cult groups believed to be the Eiye confraternity and the buccaneers at the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Ogun State in the Early ours of february 1st.

I wouldn't have believed it if I were to be told that cult gangs still exist in Nigeria prior to getting this news. The clash broke out when a member of the buccaneers was shot be an Eiye, as is the usual case with cult groups, the buccaneers went for a revenge which resulted in the death of 5 people who could not be confirmed if they are members or not members of the cult groups.

The police have come into the matter and assured the general public that normancy would be restored to the place in due course.
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ANSU INCREASE FEES

Latest news coming from the ANAMBRA STATE UNIVERSITY(ANSU) reports that there has been an increase in the tuition fees of the student as the second year student are new required to pay as much as 106,000 naira per session.

The reason for such hike remains unknown.

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FUTMINNA RESUMES Feb 6

The management and staff of the Federal university of Technology, Minna has set February 6th as the resumption date for this session's academic activities.

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Minister reveals Government commitment to Tertiary Institutions

A state made by the minister for education, professor Ruqayyatu rufai reveals the Federal government are willing to stick by any decision it made with the Academic staff union of Universities and other allied unions of tertiary Institutions in the country while at the same time, thanking the union for understanding the situation of the government and calling of their two months strike Action.

She also thanked the presidency for his understanding and support towards Education in Nigeria.

On the issue of raising the 100bn which was promised to universities in their agreement with the union, the Minister said; Tertiary Education Trust Fund(TETF), Nigeria National Petroleum Corporation(NNPC), Central bank of Nigeria and from the ICT intervention from the ministry of communication and its parastatals.

With this statement, we believe that we could study in peace without issues for a considerable period of time.

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Students Unhappy About ASUU DECISION

Students Unhappy over ASUU's decision.

Majority of the viewers who voted at education-nigeria.blogspot.com believes ASUU are too incompetent to call off the strike action whilst their request have not been met by the federal government in their 2 months sit at home competition.

A viewer reported that his exam comes up in two days time as fixed by his institution whereas all he could remember was being at a club with his friend a night before the strike was called off the following day.

The viewers were very pissed off with ASUU for not seeking their(the students) consent before calling of the strike. He also likened them to the Federal government whom he says does things at their own time and for their own selfish interest while making us to believe we are fighting for a common goal. He says "The union calls for strike when they please and calls it off when it pleases them or they have been well rested and are ready to take Nigerian Universities further down the world university ranking.

If truth should be told, we believe that the union have started bitting of more than they can possibly chew, they toy with our education as though ours guardians aint toiling to pay our bills. Another viewer summarised his regrets over ASUU's consistent strike when he said; "My friend who is a student of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state(Currently not under ASUU) is graduating this year while he I am just about to resume for his second semester in his second year" whereas we were both admitted at the same time.

If we are to compare various institution(which I am currently working on), we would see clearly to decide if the union(ASUU) has been of more Good than harm to member universities. The university of Calabar(ASUU registered) is yet to register students for its new section, and I honestly do not think it has concluded its previous(2010/2011) academic session while the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, is getting ready to take their second semester examination for the(2011/2012) academic session in few weeks. From the above example, what do you think of ASUU?

I NEED YOUR HONEST OPINION IN THE COMMENT BOX TO INCLUDE IN MY NEXT EDITORIAL. PLEASE COMMENT WITH YOUR NAME AND INSTITUTION.

The next editorial post titled: "ASUU- ASSISTANCE OR MEANANCE. From the students and universities view." Would focus on what they have achieved since the inception of the union.

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JAMB EXTENDS REGISTRATION DATE

The registrar of the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board just revealed that the registration deadline for the 2012 Unified tertiary Matriculation Examination(UTME) has been adjourned despite revealing earlier that it would not be shifted.

This I believe is as a result of the recent Strike actions by various boards in the country so as to enable students complete their registration.

The date of the exam however would not be shifted and still remains march 24th. The new extended deadline is the 2nd of march.
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Fed Poly Bidda Admission List Out

This goes to all prospective Students of the federal polytechnic bidda and urge them to go and check the just released ND1 admission list which has been pasted at the second gate of the school.

The above list was published last week.

I wish you all the best.

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IMSU COMMENCES PRE-DEGREE LECTURES.

This is to announce that lectures has commenced for the pre-degree students of the Imo State University Owerri. The lectures actually has been going on for the past 3 weeks as we learn so we advice any shortlisted candidate to return to school and join the lectures although no penalty has been announced for defaulters.

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ASUU FINALLY CALLS OFF TWO MONTHS OLD STRIKE

The Academic Staff Union of Nigerian Universities finally calls off its lingering two month old strike.

Reports from yesterdays ASUU's meeting with their National Executive Council proved positive as the Union called off its two month old strike action pending the fulfilment of their agreed terms with the Federal Government on the 25th of january 2011.

As it stands now, the union has ordered lecturers and staff to return to their various Institutions and thanked them for their support through out the industrial action. Students are advised to report to classes for the commencement of various Academic Sessions.

More details from the meeting coming your way as soon as we get our hands on it.

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Nigeria plans to build Ten New Federal University

The bill passed by the Nigeria University Commission(NUC) to the senate requesting the construction of Ten New federal Universities in Various states across the country has gone through its second hearing in the senate yesterday and is still waiting to be approved.

The New institutions which aims to enhance Academic activities in Nigeria since it would reduce the number of student who fails to get admitted each year.

The bill which is still under review if approved would be a massive boost to our Educational sector as more students would have the opportunity of gaining admission into higher institutions of learning and reduce the hilarious population in member universities.

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ASUU's DECISION STILL UNKNOWN

ASUU DECIDES: SUSPENSION OR CONTINUATION OF STRIKE

The board of The Academic Staff Union of Universities are billed to meet with their National Executive Council yesterday to decide on the possible suspension/continuation of the strike, but results of the meeting as at this minute has not been made public keeping students in suspense.

An Unconfirmed source yesterday revealed that They (ASUU) have decided to suspend the strike action but the details are not verified and wasn't disclosed on the news yesterday, Neither did it appear in any of the National Newspapers. The source who quoted that his news was taken from the unions Twitter account but at this moment still remains unverified.

The students hope for an urgent resolution to the 2 months old strike as Academic activities has been grounded all over the country throughout the New year.

Details of the Decision would be coming your way as soon as it is verified by the Union.

Check back for latest details.

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Newcastle University Scholarship

The university of Newcastle UK is set to award 2 excelling Student of the Newcastle University Nigeria for Post graduate or Research programmes. The scholarship applies to student from the;

• Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social sciences.
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Agriculture
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Medical Sciences

Scholarship would be awarded to the best Qualified student with best personal statement in consultation with the head of international recruitment and faculty representatives.

Eligible candidates for Scholarship includes those Who;

• Have been offered a place in the University to study in the Faculties above.
• Are Nigerian nationals & have been accessed as international for fees purposes
• Have a First class degree from a recognised Nigerian University and satisfy other requirement
• Are self-funding & not under any Scholarship
• Intend to start their studies in the 2012/2013 session.

The scholarships are worth £3,000 payable in your first year of study.

Application deadline is 30th june 2012.



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Scholarship Name: Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarships



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Brief description

Masters Scholarship for Nigerian Students to study at Newcastle University, UK for 2012 academic year

Accepted Subject Areas?

Faculties of;

Humanities Arts and Social Sciences (HASS),

Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE), an

Medical Sciences (FMS)

About Scholarship

The International Office at Newcastle University, UK will award 2 Newcastle University Nigeria Scholarship (NU Nigeria Scholarship) awards to high achieving Nigerian students applying for entry onto postgraduate taught degree or research programmes within the Faculties of Humanities Arts and Social Sciences (HASS), Science, Agriculture and Engineering (SAgE), and Medical Sciences (FMS) commencing their studies in September 2012.

Scholarship Offered Since: Not Specified

By what Criteria is Selection Made?

Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of best qualified students and content of personal statement – in consultation with Head of International Recruitment and faculty representatives.

Who is qualified to apply?

You could be eligible to apply for a NU Nigeria Scholarship if:

You have been offered a place on any postgraduate degree programme in the faculties of HASS,  SAgE or FMS

You are a Nigerian national and have been assessed as international/overseas for fees purposes.

You have a First Class Bachelors degree from a recognised Nigerian University and satisfy all other requirements

You intend to register to start your studies during the 2012-13 academic year

You are a self-funded student and not in receipt of other University or external awards

How Many Scholarship Positions are available? Two

What are the benefits?

Each scholarship will have a value of £3,000, payable towards the first year of tuition fees.

How long will sponsorship last?

The financial award is onetime money to support postgraduate programme

Eligible African Countries

Nigeria

To be taken at (country): Newcastle University UK

What time of year does Application Close?

Application deadline is 30th June 2012

Offered annually? Yes

How can I Apply?

You can apply for the scholarship award for students from Nigeria via a separate application form including a personal statement of no more than 500 words.

Completed application forms should be sent to: africa.io[at]ncl.ac.uk

How can I get more information?

If you need more Information about this scholarship, kindly visit the Postgraduate Application Webpage

Sponsors

Newcastle University

Important Notes:

Please note that NU Nigeria Scholarship applications cannot be considered for candidates unless they have already applied for and been offered a place to study at the University.

English Language Requirements

Students from Nigeria require an English language qualification to enter programmes at the University. English language requirements can vary from programme to programme. See below for the Newcastle University equivalence of Nigerian English language qualifications to IELTS score as published in NU online prospectuses at www.ncl.ac.uk:

IELTS Requirement (score)

Equivalent Nigerian Qualification Requirement (WAEC/SSCE)
IELTS 6.0  C6
IELTS 6.5  C5
IELTS 7.0  C4
IELTS 7.0  C4
IELTS 7.0  C4
IELTS 7.5  B3

APPLICATION
You can apply for the scholarship if you satisfy the above requirements at http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/assets/documents/country2012.doc including your statement of Intent.

You can check the University website at http://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/apply/ for more information..
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Ekiti State university releases admission list

The Ekiti state University yesterday released their admission list which has lingered for so long, the released list is now accessible for viewing online at the schools website though candidates are required to obtain an Admission Checking confirmation number which can be purchased on payment in banks.

The Confirmation Number can be obtained at any branches of the banks listed below which you pay for via etranzact and collect confirmation number to print admission letter. They are;

Guaranty Trust Bank
First Bank
WEMA Bank
Zenith Bank
Oceanic Bank
UBA
Intercontinental Bank
Enterprise Bank

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