Education
Federal Judge slams Trump administration’s handling of Harvard grants
A United States federal judge has delivered a significant blow to the Trump administration, ruling that the cancellation of $2.2 billion in research grants to Harvard University was unlawful. District Judge Allison Burroughs stated that the administration’s actions constituted a “targeted, ideologically motivated assault” on the country’s premier universities, with anti-Semitism serving as a mere […]
Exploitation of Nigerian Women in Russian War Production
Young Nigerian women are being lured into Russia‘s war production efforts under the guise of education and employment opportunities. The “Alabuga Start” program, a recruitment initiative, promises attractive salaries and a chance at a better life, but in reality, these women are forced to assemble components for suicide drones used in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Amina, […]
JAMB Engages IT Experts to Investigate Alleged UTME Glitches
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has engaged a team of Information Technology (IT) experts and educational assessment professionals to investigate the alleged technical glitches that marred the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This action comes after widespread complaints from candidates and stakeholders about issues with the exam system, which have raised concerns […]
Femicide in Nigeria: A Call to Action
As the world marked International Women’s Day, Toyin Joseph Oluwaseyi, director of Zion Study Centre, urged the Nigerian government to declare a state of emergency on the rising cases of femicide in the country. Oluwaseyi emphasized the need for proactive measures to address the alarming rate of violence against women, stressing that comprehensive policies are […]