University
4 LAS News stories tagged “University”, newest first. Every story links its sources.
Babcock University confirms student involved in viral hostel incident is alive
Babcock University has stated that the student who was seen attempting to jump from a hostel window is alive and receiving treatment at its teaching hospital, rejecting reports of his death. The incident, captured on video, involved the student’s roommates who intervened to prevent a worse outcome.
LAS News Desk · 9 Nov 2026, 19:09 WAT · 4 sources
Ekiti University Promotes 208 Staff Amid Ongoing Welfare Dialogue
Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology announced the promotion of 208 staff members while addressing union concerns over unpaid entitlements. The move follows a peaceful march by the Non‑Academic Staff Union.
LAS News Desk · 7 Nov 2026, 10:08 WAT · 1 source
Senate Halts Bills for New Federal Universities, Polytechnics and Colleges of Education
The Nigerian Senate has suspended all pending bills to create new federal tertiary institutions, following a directive from President Bola Tinubu. The move aims to focus on strengthening existing universities before new ones are established.
LAS News Desk · 4 Nov 2026, 18:46 WAT · 1 source
University staff protest over incomplete arrears payments from federal government
Workers across Nigeria say the 2026 arrears release by the federal government falls short of the agreed eight‑month payment, with missing allowances and unpaid categories. Union leaders call for full settlement and clarification of the distribution process.
LAS News Desk · 25 Oct 2026, 02:15 WAT · 1 source