By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has described Professor Ahmed Tijjani Mora as a towering figure in Nigeria’s pharmaceutical sector whose contributions to pharmacy education, regulation and mentorship have left lasting impacts across the country and the West African sub-region. Representing the Governor at the public presentation of a book titled “Professor Ahmed Tijjani Mora: A Pillar of Pharmacy Regulation in Nigeria” and the scholar’s 70th birthday celebration in Kaduna, the Governor Sani’s Principal Private Secretary, Professor Bello Ayuba, said Prof. Mora’s footprints in the pharmaceutical…
Category: Education
SAZU Strengthens Research Capacity Through Three-Day Innovation Workshop
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar The management of Sa’adu Zungur University has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting staff development, research advancement, innovation, and industry collaboration as part of efforts to strengthen academic excellence and contribute to societal growth. The institution made this known during a three-day Stepdown Training Workshop on Research Administration, Industry Collaboration, and Commercialization held at the university’s Gadau Main Campus. Speaking at the opening ceremony, the Vice Chancellor, Professor Fatimah Tahir, stressed the importance of continuous training for academic staff, especially in the area of research and innovation.…
Federal Directive Restricts Use of the ‘Dr.’ Prefix to PhD Holders and Medical Professionals
In a move to safeguard academic integrity, the Federal Government has prohibited the use of the ‘Dr’ title by honorary degree holders in official and professional contexts. Education Minister Tunji Alausa announced the policy at the Presidential Villa in Abuja on Wednesday, May 6, noting that the decision was ratified during the Federal Executive Council meeting. “The abuse of academic privilege ends now,” Alausa stated, calling out the “pay-to-play” culture of honorary titles. The Federal Government’s new policy strips honorary holders of the ‘Dr’ prefix, mandating that such awards be…
NDA Sets Record Straight on Viral Reports of Cadet Sanctions
The Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) has issued a formal clarification regarding viral social media reports on cadet sanctions. The Academy dismissed the circulating claims as unauthorized and reaffirmed its commitment to internal disciplinary standards. According to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the NDA has acknowledged circulating online posts regarding sanctions on erring cadets. These disciplinary measures followed the recently concluded Commandant’s Orders at its headquarters in Afaka, Kaduna, which the Academy maintains are strictly internal matters. NDA spokesperson Major Reuben Kovangiya noted in a Friday statement that the recent…
A Legacy of Impact: Dr. Akutah Honoured with Lifetime Award, Charges NSUK to Become a Global Citadel
In recognition of a stellar career and unwavering dedication, the Nigerian Shippers’ Council Executive Secretary/CEO, Akutah Pius Akutah, Esq, MON, FCILT, Ph.D, was conferred with the Lifetime Achievement and Impact Award by his alma mater’s National Alumni (NSUK). This prestigious honor, presented in Abuja on April 25, 2026, marks yet another milestone in his journey of visionary leadership and national impact. Coinciding with the university’s 25th anniversary, the ceremony paid tribute to the vision of its founder and the first Executive Governor of Nasarawa State, His Excellency, Senator (Dr.) Abdullahi Adamu, CON. At the helm…
Aiyedatiwa’s Strategic Move: Lawson Olorunwa’s Appointment Signals Continuity, Stability, And A Renewed Call For Shared Responsibility At Rugipo
By: Philip B. Olusola Lead City University, Ibadan In what appears to be another strategic step toward institutional continuity and administrative stability, the Ondo State Government has appointed Engr. Dr. Lawson Olorunwa as the Acting Rector of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic (RUGIPO), following the stepping aside of Dr. Simeon Olorunwa Adegun upon attaining the statutory retirement age of 65. The development reflects a commitment to sustaining governance structures within the institution while ensuring that the momentum of leadership is not disrupted. It also offers an opportunity for renewed focus on the…
Failing Our Children: Time to Act Against Sexual Violence
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Sexual violence against children remains one of the most pressing protection concerns in Nigeria today, representing a grave violation of fundamental child rights. Despite growing awareness, many cases still go unreported due to stigma, fear, cultural silence, and limited knowledge of available support systems. This culture of silence continues to shield perpetrators while denying survivors the justice and care they urgently need. Beyond its immediate harm, sexual violence leaves deep and lasting scars on survivors. Children who experience abuse are often exposed to long-term emotional trauma,…
One Year Later, No Trace: Fresh Search for Missing UNILAG Computer Science Student as Family Appeals to Authorities and Public
One year since his disappearance, the family of James Ayoola Olusola, a 400-level Computer Science student at the University of Lagos, has issued a desperate and emotional appeal to the authorities and the general public. Expressing the unbearable agony of his absence, the family is urging security agencies to intensify efforts to locate the young scholar, whose promising future remains overshadowed by this unexplained tragedy. Seeking answers a year later, one of the Sooth News columnists Dr. Philip Bamiji Olusola recalls the moment his son’s professional journey was interrupted. Recounting…
Securing the Future: NANS Leadership Visits NDLEA to Support the Drug War and Renewed Hope Agenda as Marwa Defends New Drug Integrity Tests for Students
The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has declared its full support for the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in its mission to rid Nigeria of substance abuse and illicit drug trafficking. In a statement released Wednesday, April 22, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy Femi Babafemi revealed that student leaders led by NANS National President Comrade Sola Oladoja pledged their full commitment during a courtesy visit to Chairman Brig. Gen. Mohammed Buba Marwa (Rtd) in Abuja. During the visit, the delegation also reaffirmed their support…
Disengaged Education Workers in Bauchi Seek Reinstatement, Inclusion in Recruitment
By Bashir Hassan Abubakar Over 200 casual staff working as fingerprint terminal operators under the Bauchi State Ministry of Education have protested their disengagement after seven years of service, describing the action as unjust and devastating. In a press release issued by their association, the affected workers said they were removed without prior notice, due process, or fair hearing, despite years of dedicated service to the state’s education system. The group explained that their role was central to strengthening discipline and accountability in schools, ensuring teachers’ punctuality and attendance, and…