Breaking News , Cross River , Education
February 9, 2025

Cross River State Secures Federal Funding For HCFC Phase-Out In Technical Colleges

150 The project covers the distribution and installation of refrigeration and air conditioning tools and equipment across select technical colleges. By Government House Reporter Cross River State government has secured the federal government’s gradual implementation of the Hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) Phase-out Management Plan (HPMP) Project for 3 technical colleges in the State. Accordingly, three technical colleges […]

Breaking News , Education , Rivers
February 3, 2025

Tinubu Signs Bill Establishing Environmental Technology University In Ogoniland, Rivers State

134 The newly established institution is expected to focus on environmental research and technology. By Sahara Reporters President Bola Tinubu has approved the establishment of the Federal University of Environmental Technology, Ogoni, Rivers State. Tinubu signed the bill into law on Monday at the State House, Abuja. The newly established institution is expected to focus […]

Breaking News , Education , Investigation , Ondo
January 30, 2025

A System In Crisis: Why Ondo’s Public Schools Are Failing Students

156 Almost all the schools visited collected more than the recommended 14,000 Naira for new students. By Alaba Adeyemi Everywhere in the world, public schools are either cheaper than privately owned schools or completely tuition-free. This is so because public schools are built and maintained with public funds or are grant-aided by the government. Therefore, […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education , Governance
January 26, 2025

UNICROSS Alumni Commends Gov Bassey Otu For Appointment Of New Leadership

217 The association reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with the new leadership to ensure the university’s success.   By TheInvestigator  The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has expressed its delight over the appointment of Ntufam Fidelis Ugbo, Esq as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, alongside the designation of Prof Francisca […]

Breaking News , Education , Governance
October 9, 2024

Lack Of Hostel Accommodation In University Of Cross River’s Obubra And Ogoja Campuses Raises Concerns And Calls For Action

325 In conclusion, Inoyo emphasized the urgency of addressing this issue and stated that organizations like Citizens’ Solution Network would continue advocating for …  By TheInvestigator  In a recent public interest article, Richard Inoyo, Country Director of Citizens’ Solution Network and a member of Friends of Public Accommodation and Education, has raised concerns over the […]

Breaking News , Investigation
October 7, 2024

Mobility At A Standstill: The Struggle For Kano’s Disabled, Amid Rising Tricycle Costs

250 The rising cost of Persons With Disabilities (PWD) tricycles in Kano State has forced many disabled children to drop out of school, because of the inability to afford the crucial mobility aid needed to continue their education. Stallion Times reporter, Stephen Enoch explores this crisis in-depth, focusing on one of Kano’s oldest tricycle manufacturing […]

Breaking News , Education , Health
October 1, 2024

Cross River College Of Nursing Sciences Refutes Extortion Allegations, Allege Students Falsify Fees For Extra Money

452 She warned that further inaccurate reporting could lead to legal action for libel and slander. By TheInvestigator The College of Nursing Sciences, Itigidi, Cross River State, has strongly refuted allegations of extortion made by parents and circulated on social media. The college issued a formal disclaimer, signed by its Provost, Mrs Ruth Ita Ebong, […]

Breaking News , Education
September 23, 2024

University Of Calabar Faculty Of Arts Students’ Association Holds Successful Executive Council Elections

309 Speaking to newsmen after the inauguration, the Secretary-General stated that their election reflects the popular choice. By Alicia Johnson  The Faculty of Arts Students’ Association (FASA), University of Calabar (UNICAL) chapter has conducted elections for its executive council. The delegate election was held at the FASA secretariat on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, and witnessed […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
September 13, 2024

University Of Calabar Faces Criticism Over Certificate Correction Delays

401 The CSN criticized the manual process, calling it mentally and physically stressful and out of place in a 21st-century academic environment. By TheInvestigator The Citizens’ Solution Network (CSN) has expressed concerns over the plight of former students of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) who graduated in 2009 and earlier. According to a press release […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
August 30, 2024

Cross River: Ministry Announces Pre-Resumption Meetings For Principals And Head Teachers

594 The ministry emphasised that attendance is compulsory for all principals and head teachers to align on strategic educational goals and policies for the forthcoming school year. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Ministry of Education has scheduled pre-resumption meetings for all principals and head teachers of public secondary and primary schools ahead of the […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
August 14, 2024

University Of Calabar Supports NYSC’s Actions On Fraudulent Certificates, Reveals Own Role

560 In a bid to maintain the integrity of the institution, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Banku Obi, has met with the NYSC Director-General to discuss the situation and ensure that all parties involved are held accountable. By TheInvestigator  The University of Calabar has publicly addressed the recent invalidation of National […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
August 12, 2024

NYSC Invalidates Certificates Of National Service For 101 Individuals Mobilized By UNICAL

613 As a result, the Certificates of National Service issued to these 101 individuals have been officially invalidated by the NYSC.  By TheInvestigator  The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced the invalidation of Certificates of National Service for ninety-nine (99) individuals and two (2) others on exemption, who were allegedly fraudulently mobilized by the […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
August 12, 2024

UNICAL Student Union Government Initiates Free Shuttle Service To Assist Students During Examinations

326 This service will be available from Monday, August 11th to Friday, August 18th. It will operate from the university’s main gate to key academic areas, including the E-Library and the Education Block. By TheInvestigator To enhance student welfare and ensure convenience during the ongoing examination period, the University of Calabar (UNICAL) Students Union Government […]

Breaking News , Governance , Impact , Investigation
August 7, 2024

Edozie Godwin: The Lecturer Who Ensured That Recruitment Into Delta State Education Service Was Merit-Based

568 Mary sat for the examination and after some time, she got an email inviting her for an oral interview. Afterwards, she got another email informing her that she had been offered the job.  By Arinze Chijioke “Nigeria Go better,” pidgin English translation for “Nigeria will be Great,” was the title of a sermon preached […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
August 4, 2024

University Of Cross River State Listed On NELFUND Portal, More State-Owned Institutions To Follow

583 In his remarks, Enyam, a former UNICAL SUG President extended his gratitude to Governor Bassey Otu and Education Commissioner Senator Stephen Odey… By TheInvestigator Mr Enyam Joseph-Kelvin, the Special Assistant on Student Affairs to the Governor of Cross River State, has significantly promoted inclusive access to education by advocating for state-owned institutions to be […]

Breaking News , Education , Governance
August 4, 2024

UNICAL SUG President Announces 50 New Appointments

1,456 The SUG President expressed confidence in the appointed officials, emphasizing their role in advancing the interests of the student body. By TheInvestigator The Executive President of the Students’ Union Government (SUG) at the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Blessing Alims Iripia, has unveiled a comprehensive list of appointments within the Union.  This appointment, according to […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
July 25, 2024

Cross River State Orientation Summit Receives NOA Endorsement

429 The summit is designed to orient the students on the strides of the “Peoples First” and will address the rising issues of social vices, and other immoral activities in schools. By TheInvestigator The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has endorsed the upcoming Educational Orientation Summits for secondary schools and tertiary institutions in Cross River. The […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
July 18, 2024

Local Organizing Committee Announced For Education Summit In Cross River State

561 The committee members have been advised to collaborate closely with the Directorate of Programmes to ensure the summit’s objectives are achieved. By TheInvestigator  The Special Assistant to the Governor of Cross River State on Students’ Orientation, Mr Anthony Afufu, has announced the formation of a 16-member Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the forthcoming Education […]

Breaking News , Cross River , Education
July 16, 2024

Cross River: Ministry Of Education Endorses Students Orientation Summit

567 Highlighting the importance of hard work and dedication, the commissioner attributed his own success to these values and urged others to adopt the same principles in their endeavors. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Ministry of Education has officially endorsed an upcoming series of Educational Orientation Summits aimed at secondary schools and tertiary institutions […]

Akwa Ibom , Breaking News , Investigation
July 2, 2024

How Former Gov Emmanuel’s Administration Diverted Bursary, Scholarship Funds In Akwa Ibom State

807 Saviour said his financial struggle caused him emotional trauma which gradually led to poor academic performance. By Ekemini Simon  In 2015, when Saviour Matthew scored 292 in the University Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and was offered admission to study Communication Arts at the University of […]

Breaking News , Education , Governance
June 8, 2024

Cross River Set To Receive $210 Million Investment In Agro-Industrial Processing

664 The Council approves 15 proposals including an Executive Bill seeking to establish State University of Education and Entrepreneurship By Government House Press Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has charged Members of the State Executive Council to brace up for greater records of successes in this second year of the Administration. Speaking while […]

Breaking News , Education
May 16, 2024

Government Seals 3 Schools For Not Following Guidelines In Cross River State

454 The schools closed are Glorious Vision Academy, Ugep; Dynamic Premiere Academy, Ugep; and Wealth Academy Nursery/Primary School, Apiapum Obubra. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has sealed three schools in Yakurr and Obubra local government areas.  Sen. Stephen Odey, Commissioner for Education led the team Thursday morning to seal the schools.  The visit […]