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At just 21, Oladosu Adedolapo has emerged as the overall best graduating student in Medicine and Surgery at Edo State University, Iyamho. Admitted at 15, she credited her success to discipline, consistency and effective study habits. She plans to begin her housemanship before NYSC. Congratulations!

🚨 FG cancels all 2026 NCE and degree admissions at NTI, Kaduna, and orders the Institute to discontinue university affiliations and degree-awarding arrangements. Applicants are warned against applying or making payments. Existing eligible NCE students may complete their studies, subject to accreditation.

Pius Agboola has emerged as UNIOSUN's overall best graduating student for the 2025/2026 session with a 4.91 CGPA in Mechanical Engineering. He credited his achievement to discipline, consistency, effective study habits and mentorship from four First-Class graduates. Interestingly, he never attended night classes throughout his five years at the university. He plans to pursue further studies in thermofluids and energy systems. Congratulations! 🎓

Education Minister, Dr Tunji Alausa, has urged the National Assembly to exercise restraint in approving bills for new federal tertiary institutions. He says existing institutions face overcrowded classrooms, inadequate laboratories, staff shortages and poor infrastructure. The minister wants government to prioritise improving existing institutions and funding before establishing more.

Two young Nigerians from Makoko, Mustapha Oseni and Sisianu Melawakou, have graduated with First-Class Honours from Benson Idahosa University through Slum2School scholarships. Oseni earned 4.89 CGPA in Computer Science, while Melawakou recorded 4.57 in Mass Communication. Both finished as second-best students in their departments. Congratulations!

Graduates of IMT Enugu under the UNN affiliation programme have raised concerns over prolonged delays in receiving degree certificates and NYSC mobilisation. They say the 2024, 2025 and 2026 graduating sets are affected, with some reportedly losing job opportunities and being unable to pursue postgraduate studies or scholarships. In a petition to SaharaReporters, they accused the programme's management of failing to provide clear explanations, alleging that IMT and UNN have continued shifting responsibility. They are demanding transparency, the release of certificates and a clear timeline for NYSC mobilisation.

UNILORIN graduate, Owolabi Samuel Abidemi, has earned First-Class Honours with a CGPA of 4.94/5.00 in Information and Communication Science. Despite struggling in 100 level, where he scored 9/40 in a continuous assessment, he improved through discipline and consistent studying. He gained admission in 2022 and graduated in 2026 without failing any course or spending an extra year. He also lost his father during 300 level but remained focused with support from others. His advice to undergraduates: Be consistent, manage your time, develop practical skills and avoid comparing your progress with others.

Nigerian university students have raised concerns over the rising cost of living, saying financial difficulties are affecting their ability to concentrate on their studies. Students from the Federal University of Lafia and Nasarawa State University cited high food and transport costs, accommodation shortages, poor electricity, unreliable internet, insecurity and inadequate learning facilities. Some said they struggle to afford textbooks, print assignments and meet basic needs, warning that the situation is affecting their academic performance and overall well-being.

The Nigerian Law School has denied allegations that female Muslim candidates wearing hijab were harassed, intimidated or excluded during the Bar Final Examinations on October 31, 2026. The School described the reports as false, insisting it has no policy of religious discrimination. It also disclosed that a female student wearing hijab was apprehended during the October 29 Bar Part I examinations over an alleged hidden earpod and a phone strapped to her thigh. The incident is under investigation. The institution says examination security measures are applied fairly and has urged the public to avoid premature conclusions.

A Nigerian lady, @aisha47864, has recounted a frightening secondary school experience after she and some classmates attempted to pluck palm kernels from a tree behind their classroom. She said a stick almost pierced her body during the activity. The students were reportedly suspended for six days after the school authorities discovered what they were doing. She later realised she could no longer move her legs and had to be carried to the staff room. Her account has sparked mixed reactions, with users expressing concern and questioning how the incident happened.

Students with disabilities at UNIJOS are reportedly struggling with unsafe hostels and inaccessible classrooms. A Premium Times investigation revealed that one wheelchair user, Monica Joseph, crawls into her hostel bathroom due to the absence of ramps, while visually impaired student James Patrick recounted falling from a bridge in 2025. The report raises concerns about disability rights and accessibility in Nigerian universities.

President Bola Tinubu has revealed that he worked as a taxi driver and took up other jobs to finance his university education in the US. He also highlighted education initiatives by his administration, including over ₦372bn through NELFUND, rehabilitation of 38 technical colleges and a 40% increase in academic staff remuneration under a new ASUU agreement.

Daniel Onabanjo has emerged as the best graduating student in Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Covenant University with a CGPA of 4.95/5.00. His final-year project involved developing a low-cost, portable predictive maintenance system for induction motors. Congratulations on this outstanding achievement! 🎓👏

Ambrose Alli University (AAU) has cancelled the MCB 414 final examination of graduating Microbiology students over alleged excessive post-exam celebrations. The affected students are expected to retake the paper in the 2026/2027 session after paying the required fees. NANS has criticised the decision, while AAU says the regulation was introduced to prevent dangerous celebrations, accidents and traffic disruptions.

Ifeoluwa Rabiu gained admission into Covenant University at 15 and has now graduated with First-Class Honours in Economics. She also qualified as an Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA) at 18 while still an undergraduate. Her achievements include two scholarships, departmental awards, leadership roles and an AAT qualification. Congratulations! 🎓

MURIC has called for the suspension of examinations across Nigerian Law School campuses over alleged harassment of female Muslim candidates wearing hijabs during the October 31 final exams. The group demands an investigation and threatens peaceful protests if its concerns are ignored. The Law School had not officially responded as of the report's publication.

An NYSC corps member serving in Nasarawa State has alleged that she contributed ₦2,000 to her principal's retirement celebration but received no food. She claimed junior teachers were left outside while senior staff ate inside, and were later asked to wash plates and arrange chairs. "I have learnt my lesson," she said.

17-year-old Oyinloye Ayomide has gained admission into UNILORIN to study Computer Science. She scored 83/100 in Post-UTME and says she overcame academic challenges in her final year of secondary school by working harder and rebuilding her confidence. She hopes to explore hackathons, tech events and practical projects. Congratulations! 🎉

Isaac Binuyo has secured admission to study Medicine and Surgery at UNILORIN for the 2026/2027 academic session. The former FGC Ilorin student scored 330 in the 2026 UTME and recorded 5 A1s and 4 Bs in WAEC. He credited his success to hard work, mentorship, his teachers and his parents. Congratulations! 🎉

A Nigerian man has recounted how a former University of Maiduguri medical student reportedly tore up his certificates and abandoned his studies after allegedly being influenced by Boko Haram founder Mohammed Yusuf. The student was later reported to have been killed during the 2009 crisis. The account remains unverified.