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TETFund Plans to Establish “Learn to Work” Scheme in Nigerian Campuses

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is set to introduce a “learn to work” scheme in Nigerian campuses in collaboration with industry partners, providing employment opportunities for students while they study. The scheme aims to link qualified students with global industries, guaranteeing employment upon graduation. Speaking in Abuja with NANS delegates, TETFund’s Executive Secretary, Arc….

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Protests Prompt Urgent Measures for Varsity Safety -FG

The Nigerian Federal Government has issued a statement urging Vice-Chancellors of all Nigerian universities to take urgent action to ensure the safety and security of staff, students, and university property in light of proposed nationwide protests. In a statement signed by the Acting Executive Secretary, National Universities Commission (NUC), Chris Maiyaki on Monday, stated that…

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New mRNA Vaccine Project for H5N1 in Low-Income Countries Launched

The World Health Organization (WHO), on Monday announced a new project aimed at accelerating the development of H5N1 mRNA vaccine candidates for manufacturers in low- and middle-income countries. According to WHO’s statement, Sinergium Biotech of Argentina will spearhead this initiative, utilizing the WHO and Medicines Patent Pool (MPP) mRNA Technology Transfer Programme. This program, started…

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Tinubu Commends Military Efforts in Enhancing National Security

Nigeria’s President, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, praises military’s commitment to security despite acknowledging the nation’s challenges in the past one year of his administration. Speaking at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College graduation ceremony on Saturday, Tinubu acknowledges the efforts of the military and security agencies in strengthening national security. Represented by the Chief of…

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Dangote Refinery: Reps Threaten to Sack NNPCL Boss

The House of Representatives has issued a warning that Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigeria National Petroleum Company Limited, Mele Kyari, could face dismissal if actions perceived as detrimental to the Dangote Refinery continue. Deputy spokesperson Philip Agbese conveyed this message to reporters in Abuja, on Saturday emphasising the House’s concern over the alleged efforts…

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