YABATECH Admission Into Diploma in Computer Science (Part-Time) Announced

Applications are welcomed from qualified candidates for admission into National Diploma (ND) Programme in Computer Science, (Part time) school of Technology at Epe Campus for 2014/2015 Academic Session. The Programme will run for Six (6) semesters.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

The Entry requirement into the programme is as follows:

ND Computer Technology

Five (5) credit passes at SSCE/NECO/NABTEB and not more than two (2) sittings in the following compulsory subjects: Physics, Mathematics and English Language plus any two of Statistics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Economics and Biology/Agricultural Science.

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Applicants should visit the College website at www.yabatech.edu.ng…Click on on-line application and complete the basic detail form.

Applicants should pay N10,000.00 online using ATM cards by clicking on “pay now” (Please note that transaction charge is N700:00. Kindly complete the online application form after payment. Click on “submit” to conclude the application process.

Applicants without an ATM Card should approach any bank for a reloadable card and load the required amount to enable them pay online.

For details on available programmes of study and entry requirements visit Yabatech website at www.yabatech.edu.ng. For further enquiries, applicants should contact the Deputy Registrar, Epe Campus.

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UNIZIK List of Successful CEP Applicants Released

 
The Names of candidates whose applications were
successfully processed has been published at the
CEP office at UTILITY BUILDING.
Candidates are hereby advised to check their names
at the office.
Pre-admission EXAMINATION for candidates whose
names are published at the CEP office and
on the University Bulletin will hold on Friday, 6th of
February, 2015.
Pre-admission examination venues are as follows:
(i) Faculty of Arts – Multipurpose Hall
(ii) Faculty of Biosciences – Faculty of Arts Lecture
Halls
(iii) Faculty of Education – Utility Halls and CBN
Hall
The names of admitted candidates will be published
at the CEP Notice Board on Monday, 9th of February,
2015.
Physical clearance and other registration exercises
including payment of school fees
commences on Wednesday 11th of February, 2015.
Lectures for fresh students will commence on Friday
13th of February, 2015.

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Crawford University New Students Warned Against Indiscipline

 
The Vice-Chancellor, Crawford University, Igbesa, Ogun State, Prof. Samson Ayanlaja during the 10th matriculation ceremony of the university held last weekend advised the newly admitted students against any act of indiscipline which includes examination malpractice, indecent dressing, stealing, fighting, the use of hard drugs and smoking.

According to the VC these vices could lead to suspension as the school is strict on discipline.

He also mentioned that any students that fall below CGPA of 1.0 will have to with draw from the school.

He further disclosed that attendance during church services including Sunday school is compulsory, failure to comply could equally lead to suspension emphasizing that Crawford University is founded on Christian
principles and values.

“Our emphasis is on the training of devout and well-grounded leaders, entrepreneurs, industrialists and other professionals who will meet the challenges of this time and serve as agents of change in the society.” He stated.

He finally promised the students that the university would provide necessary things that would make their studies worthwhile.

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Nigerian National Merit Award (NNMA) 2015 Application

 

Application / nomination for the 2015 Nigerian National Merit Award (NNMA) has commenced. The Governing Board of the Nigerian National Merit Award is currently soliciting nominations or applications for the award of the Nigerian National Order of Merit (NNOM) for the 2015 round.

About the Nigerian National Merit Award (NNMA)

Nigerian National Merit Award (NNMA) is a value driven quasi-academic agency of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, It was established by Act 53 of 1979 as amended by Act 96 of 1992 (CAP 122 LFN, 2004). The Mission statement for NNMA reads: Committed to stimulating and rewarding, academic and professional excellence for national development of Nigeria”.

Application Details for Nigerian National Merit Award

The Governing Board of the Nigerian National Merit Award is currently soliciting nominations or applications for the award of the Nigerian National Order of Merit (NNOM) for the 2015 round. The deadline for nomination is exactly TWO MONTHS from the date of this announcement. Nominations are valid only for the year of nomination. However, candidates who have been previously nominated should state clearly additional work(s) done since they were last nominated or the new grounds for re-consideration of their nomination.

2015 Nigerian National Merit Award (NNMA)

The NNOM Award

1.) The Nigerian National Order of Merit (NNOM) is an “Order of Dignity” and distinct from the National Honours. It was instituted to accord proper and due recognition for outstanding intellectual and academic attainments and contributions to the general development of Nigeria. The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria is required by law (NNMA Act Section 8) to confer the NNOM Award annually, on the recipient(s), on the first Thursday in the month of December. The objective of the Award is to stimulate and reward excellence in Science, Engineering/Technology, Medicine, Humanities, Arts & Culture and other fields of human endeavour.
2.) A recipient of NNOM Award is entitled to:

• Use the designation Nigerian National Order of Merit (NNOM) after his/her name
• Receive a Cash Prize, a certificate, a medal; and
• Such other privileges as are enjoyed by recipients of high levels of national awards and honours.

Eligibility for the 2015 Nigerian National Merit Award (NNMA)

• The Award is open to all citizens of Nigeria at home and abroad.
• Any Nigerian citizen of outstanding merit can be nominated by one or more Nigerian citizens. Any person may by himself/herself, where not sponsored by another person, apply to the Board for this purpose. Where two or more Nigerians are collaborating on any deserving undertaking, they can be similarly nominated for a joint Award.

Selection/Considerations

• Selections will be made from a wide range of contemporary works which are innovative, creative, essentially Nigerian in content and of national and international distinction; such works should emphasize the uniqueness of the achievements to humanity generally and Nigerian society in particular.
• The achievements may constitute a specific breakthrough in any field or may be of a cumulative nature; and
• The Award emphasizes distinct merit and upright morality, as this is the highest Merit Award in the Country.
• Nominators must not make public the names of nominees.
• In order to preserve and enhance the credibility of the Award, the submissions of the prospective recipients are usually subjected to rigorous assessment by experts, known as Specialized Committee of Assessors in thq following four core areas:

1. Science
2. Medicine
3. Engineering/Technology
4. Humanities, Arts and Culture and other fields of human endeavour.

• When and where necessary, External Assessors are usually engaged from the national or international academic community.

Announcement/Investiture

• Successful candidates will be notified about the outcomes of the process between October and November 2015, to be followed by an official public announcement latest two weeks from the date of Investiture.
• The investiture of NNOM Awardee(s) is personally conducted by the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
• The Investiture holds back-to-back with the Annual Forum of Laureates of the Nigerian National Order of Merit (incorporating the last Award Winners’ Lecture for the year).

Application Closing Date

All applications/nominations for the 2015 Nigerian National Merit Award must be submitted not later than 24th March, 2015

How To Apply or Make Nominations

• Nominations shall be made strictly-on the prescribed Nomination/Application format, Sponsors should provide brief information on themselves. Nomination/Application format may either be collected at the NNMA Secretariat or downloaded from the NNMA website: www.nnma.gov.ng The format as advertised is also valid.
• Only one nomination/ application may be submitted according to the prescribed format
• In private consultation with the nominee, nomination/application shall be accompanied by:

1. The curriculum vitae of candidate (s)
2. A statement, preferably by the candidate, of between 250-500 words, specifying/defining and clearly illustrating in concrete terms, NOT generalities, what the candidate considers his/her unique and meritorious contribution to knowledge in his/her field of endeavor/specialization to merit consideration for the NNOM award.
3. A list of not more than ten publications cited in the candidate’s curriculum vitae, which he/she considers to buttress his/her claim to uniqueness and merit.
4. 3 portrait photographs of the candidate.

• All nominations and supporting documents must reach the Secretary of the Nigerian National Merit Award on or before the stipulated deadline. Any nomination or application including the specified requirements arriving later than this deadline will not be considered.
• All supporting documents, including the nomination form should be sent in three (3) copies.
• Candidates with incomplete documents will not be considered.
• Neither the Governing Board nor any of its Specialized Committee of Assessors will entertain or enter into any correspondence with candidates or their sponsors regarding the processing or fate of any Nomination/Application.
• The Nomination/Application and supporting documents shall be addressed sealed and delivered to:

The Secretary,
Nigerian National Merit Award,
The Presidency,
Merit House, No.22, Aguiyi Ironsi Street,
3rd Floor, Maltama, Abuja.
Email: nnmaabuja@gmail.com

NOMINATION / APPLICATION FORMAT

1.) Name(s) of Candidate(s):

• Surname:
• First Name:
• Middle Name:

2.) Citizenship:

3.) Contacts:

• Postal Address:
• Phone:
• E-mail:

4.) Field of Endeavour:

5.) Basis/Grounds for Nomination:

• A statement, preferably by the candidate, of between 250-500 words, specifying/defining and clearly illustrating in concrete terms, NOT generalities, what the candidates considers his/her unique and meritorious contribution to knowledge in his/her field of endeavour/specialization to merit consideration for the NNOM award. List below, the statement not more than 10 publications cited in the candidate’s curriculum vitae, which he/she considers to buttress his/her claim to uniqueness and merit.
• N/B: Use additional papers if necessary.

6.) Nominator:

• Name & position/Title:
• Contact Details:
• Postal address:
• Phone:
• E-mail:
• Signature and Date:

7.) Co-Nominator:

• Name & position/Title:
• Contact Details:
• Postal address:
• Phone:
• E-mail:
• Signature and Date:

8.) Has The Candidate Been Previously Nominated? If Yes, When?

9.) Candidates who have been previously nominated should state new grounds or additional works done since last nomination.
10.) Signature of Nominee/Applicant Date:

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LASU 2014/2015 Matriculation Ceremony Date & Payment Details Out

Lagos State University matriculation ceremony for the newly admitted students for 2014/2015 academic session has been announced. All newly admitted students of the school are hereby informed. The details of the ceremony can be found below as well as the necessary payments to be made.

LASU 2014/2015 Matric. Ceremony Details

Date: Wednesday, February 11th, 2015
Venue: New University Auditorium
Time: 10:00am.

LASU Freshers School Fees Deadline 2014/2015

All fresh students who have been offered provisional admission into Lagos State University for the 2014/2015 academic session and have been cleared during the Central Screening exercise are to pay their school fees before Wednesday, February 4th, 2015.
There will be a matriculation lecture for matriculants, parents and guardians on Wednesday, February 11th, 2015 before the commencement of the ceremony. All matriculating students are to be seated by 9:00am.
COLLECTION AND RETURN OF MATRICULATION GOWN
Students are to collect the matriculation gowns at their respective Faculty office by 7:30am on Wednesday, February 11th, 2015 (after payment of N2,500 only for the rentage of the gown) and return it back by 2:00pm on Wednesday, February 11th, 2015 (same day). Failure to return the matriculation gown on the stated date and time would attract penalty. Collection of matriculation gown will based on:
a. Presentation of Online Payment Invoice generated on LASU E-Pay Platform bearing the student’s name, purpose of payment, amount payable and a unique TRANSACTION ID
b. Quickteller Online Successful Transaction Printout which MUST bear same unique TRANSACTION ID with the one on Payment Invoice in (a) above.
All Payments MUST be made ONLINE
Congratulations as officially become a student of LASU!

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Ogun Pry & Sec. School Teachers Suspends Strike, Resumes Work

 
Ogun State primary and secondary school teachers, who have been on strike for about two weeks, on Tuesday 27th Jan 2015, suspended the strike. They took this decision after a meeting between the leadership of the Nigeria Union of Teachers and Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools in the state and the state government. The teachers went  on strike two weeks ago. See the full details as reported by Punch Newspaper.

The NUT chairman, Dare Ilekoya, and his counterpart in ASUSS, Akeem Lasisi, jointly announced that the strike had been called off after a congress of the two bodies held at NUT Hall, Abeokuta
Ilekoya, while explaining reasons for their decision, said the government had shown willingness to look into their demands.
He said the government also agreed to pay the October deductions with immediate effect,while outstanding would also be paid subsequently as state’s Internally Generated Revenue improves.
Ilekoya added that the government had agreed to set up a committee involving all stakeholders to review other outstanding issues.
Lasisi appealed to members to comply with the union’s directive and return to work, but warned that the strike would resume if the government failed to honour its agreement with the teachers.

Culled From PunchNg

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The $100 Million Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2015

 
Applications are on-going for the $100 Million Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2015. It is an annual programme of training, funding and mentoring, designed to empower the next generation of African entrepreneurs – is now open for entries through its application portal.

About the Tony Elumelu Foundation

The Tony Elumelu Foundation is an African-based, African-funded philanthropic organisation, founded in 2010 by African business leader and philanthropist Tony O. Elumelu, CON; who is committed to driving African economic growth, through empowering African entrepreneurship.
The $100 million Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme is the flagship entrepreneurship initiative from the Foundation. The foundation which has its headquarters in Lagos, Nigeria will support 10,000 African entrepreneurs over the next decade, creating one million new jobs adding $10 billion in annual revenues to Africa’s economy.

Eligibility

The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme is open to citizens and legal residents of all 54 African countries. Applications can be made by any for-profit business based in Africa in existence for less than three years, including new business ideas. The application portal is available in English, French and Portuguese and applications will be accepted in these three languages.

Application Process and Deadline

The entrepreneurship programme from the Tony Elumelu Foundation opens its application portal for entries at 12:01am WAT on January 1st 2015 and will continue to accept applications until midnight WAT on March 1 st 2015.
In order to submit an application, entrepreneurs must complete the online application form with questions on their background, experience and business idea, plans for growth and proposed pan-African impact. (All forms can be accessed from the source link below the article).
Applications for the programme close on March 1st 2015 when they will be reviewed by the Selection Committee, whose members include:

• Ory Okolloh , Director of Investments, Omidyar Networks Government Transparency Initiative in Africa
• Amadou Hott , CEO, Senegal’s Sovereign Wealth Fund
• Ayodeji Adewunmi, CEO and Co-Founder, Jobberman
• Dr Vera Songwe, Country Director, World Bank Group for Senegal, Cape Verde, Gambia, Guinea-Bissau and Mauritania
• Opunimi Akinkugbe , CEO, Bestman Games Ltd
• Dr Ndubuisi Ekekwe , Founder, First Atlantic Semi-Conductors & Microelectronics
• Sam Nwanze, Chief Investment Officer, Heirs Holdings
• Monica Musonda, CEO, Java Food in Zambia
• Angelle Kwemo , Managing Director & CEO, Rimsom Strategies
• Mariéme Jamme, CEO, Spotone Global Solutions
• Dr Wiebe Boer , CEO, The Tony Elumelu Foundation

The first cohort of successful applicants from across Africa will be announced on March 22nd, 2015. The 1,000 selected applicants will continue through the programme cycle for the course of the year. This includes an intensive online training curriculum and participation in an entrepreneurship boot camp.
To stay informed about The Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme , including the 2015 selection of African Entrepreneurs, follow @TonyElumeluFDN on Twitter and join the conversation #TEEP #AfricanEntrepreneurs.
Official The $100 Million Tony Elumelu Foundation Entrepreneurship Programme 2015 Website – http://www.tonyelumelufoundation.org/teep/

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2015 Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships

 
Applications are on-going for the 2015 Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships. The Macquarie University, Australia through the Macquarie University Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarship program provides a partial tuition fee scholarship for outstanding students internationally to study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Macquarie University North Ryde campus.
The scholarship covers Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies in priority areas: Engineering, Environment, Human Science, Media, Linguistics, and Education. All international students around the world (except Australia and New Zealand) are advised to take advantage of the offer.

Scholarship Value
The scholarship value is listed to be worth up to AUD$10,000.

Eligibility
Applicants must:
• Be a citizen of a country other than Australia or New Zealand.
• Have met the University’s academic and English requirements for the course to be considered for a scholarship (must hold a FULL OFFER of admission for North Ryde by the application deadline).
• Have achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 for Postgraduate applications and minimum requirement of an ATAR equivalent of 90 out of 100 for Undergraduate applications.
 Applicants are advised to check the full eligibility criteria at the official website. (link found below)

Application Procedure and Deadline
Applicants must hold a FULL OFFER of admission for an eligible course by the deadline to be considered for the scholarship. Applicants must complete a course application form and a scholarship application form online.
The deadline for all applications is scheduled as thus: Session 1, 2015 intake is 31 January 2015 or 30 June 2015 for Session 2, 2015 intake.
Official 2015 Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships – http://www.mq.edu.au/study/international/scholarships_and_awards/macquarie_university_international_scholarships/vice-chancellors_international_scholarships/

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University of Ibadan Work & Study Scheme Application 2015

University of Ibadan (UI) that the Work and Study Scheme application for the year 2015 has commenced. The University of Ibadan (UI) Work and Study Scheme allows students to engage in jobs that can fetch them tokens to complement whatever they get from parents/guardians.

Details of the UI 2015 Work & Study Scheme Application

The following services are available under the Work Study Scheme.

1. Research Assistantship
2. Library Assistantship
3. Lesson Teachers (All Subjects)
4. Computer operator /Analyst
5. Ushering job
6. Servers at Occasions
7. Sales Representatives /Marketing of Products
8. Catering
9. Security
10. Master of Ceremony and light entertainment during occasions
11. Event Planning and Organization
12. Bead making
13. Sewing and Fashion Designing
14. Receptionist
15. Gardening
16. Others such as cleaning of the house, laundry, e.t.c.

Members of the community, Institutes, Centres, Faculties, Departments and Units, who are interested in engaging these services should kindly contact the Work Study Office located at Room 7 of the Student Affairs Division of the University or call the following numbers for more enquiries, 08038492526, 08023400362, 08063309946, 08023841734 and 08150744904.

The Scheme is also using this medium to acquaint students with our operational terms which are as follows:

1. Interested student must be in 200 level and above
2. He/ She must have CGPA of 3.5 and above.
3. He/ She must be sound in health and ready to work
4. He/ She must possess good manner.

Interested   and   qualified   students   should   come   to   Work   Study   Office, Student Affairs Room 7 to collect application forms.

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Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Admin) Vacancy at Enugu State College of Education (Technical)

Application for Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Administration Option) vacancy at Enugu State College of Education (Technical), Enugu State has started. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates (internal and external) to fill the vacant position published herein.

Qualifications for Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Admin Option)

• Candidate must possess a good Masters Degree/Ph.D in the relevant field from a recognized institution plus at least a minimum of 6 years cognate teaching experience.
•  In addition, candidate must have presented two seminar/conference papers or have one journal article published or accepted for publication.

Application Closing Date

All applications for the Enugu State College of Education (Technical) Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Administration Option) vacancy must be submitted not later than 6th February, 2015.

How To Apply

Interested candidate should forward 10 copies of their typewritten application and curriculum vitae which should contain the following:

• Full Name
• Age
• Marital Status
• Nationality
• Educational institution attended with date
• Qualifications Obtain with Dates
• Publications listed in chronological order
• National and international honour/award
• Position held and other relevant information
• Photocopies of relevant credentials should be attached.

All applications should be sent to the address below:
The Registrar,
Enugu State College of Education (Technical),
PMB 01793,
Abakaliki Road GRA,
Enugu.
NOTE:

• Indicate on the Top Left of the envelope the position applied for.
• Candidates are advised to request three of their referees to forward reports on them under confidential cover to the Registrar of the College.
• All application and referee reports on them should reach the registrar before application closing date.

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2015 University of Bologna Study Grants for International Students

Applications are ongoing for 2015 University of Bologna Study Grants for International Students. The University of Bologna, Italy offers study grants to deserving international students who wish to register for First Cycle, Second Cycle or Single Cycle Degree Programmes at the University of Bologna for 2015/2016 academic year.
The scholarship is applicable to eligible First and Second Cycle Degree Programmes offered at the institution and international students around the world are advised to apply.

Scholarship Value

The scholarship grant is said to be around €11,059.

Eligibility

Application is open exclusively to candidates who are in possession of all the following requirements:

1) you are in possession of (or about to obtain) a valid qualification for access to your chosen Degree Programme, issued by an Institution outside of the Italian educational system;
2) you will sit one of the following tests by the application deadline: 
• SAT (if you are interested in registering in a First or Single Cycle Degree Programme) or
• GRE (if you are interested in registering in a Second Cycle Degree Programme)

Application Procedure and Deadline

Applicants are advised to download all applications forms and read detailed instructions on how how to go about applying for the scholarship using the source link below. All applications are expected to have been submitted on/before 31st March 2015 and courses  start by September 2015.
Official 2015 University of Bologna Study Grants for International Students website – http://www.unibo.it/en/services-and-opportunities/study-grants-and-subsidies/grants-for-international-students-unibo-action2

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Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Curriculum) Enugu State College of Education (Technical), Enugu

 

Vacancy for Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Curriculum Option) exists at Enugu State College of Education (Technical), Enugu State. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates (internal and external) to fill the vacant position.

Qualifications for Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Curriculum Option)

• Candidate must possess a good Masters Degree/Ph.D in the relevant field from a recognized institution plus at least a minimum of 6 years cognate teaching experience.
•  In addition, candidate must have presented two seminar/conference papers or have one journal article published or accepted for publication.

Application Closing Date

All applications for the Enugu State College of Education (Technical) Lecturer II – Education Foundation (Curriculum) vacancy must be submitted not later than 6th February, 2015.

How To Apply for the Enugu State College of Education (Technical) Recruitment

Interested candidate should forward 10 copies of their typewritten application and curriculum vitae which should contain the following:

• Full Name
• Age
• Marital Status
• Nationality
• Educational institution attended with date
• Qualifications Obtain with Dates
• Publications listed in chronological order
• National and international honour/award
• Position held and other relevant information
• Photocopies of relevant credentials should be attached.

All applications should be sent to the address below:

The Registrar,
Enugu State College of Education (Technical),
PMB 01793,
Abakaliki Road GRA,
Enugu.
NOTE:

• Indicate on the Top Left of the envelope the position applied for.
• Candidates are advised to request three of their referees to forward reports on them under confidential cover to the Registrar of the College.
• All application and referee reports on them should reach the registrar before application closing date.

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Lecturer II – Primary Education (French) at Enugu State College of Education (Technical)

 
]Enugu State College of Education (Technical) is recruiting for Lecturer II – Primary Education (French Language Option) vacancy. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates (internal and external) to fill the vacant position.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess a good Masters Degree/Ph.D in the relevant field from a recognized institution plus at least a minimum of 6 years cognate teaching experience.
•  In addition, candidate must have presented two seminar/conference papers or have one journal article published or accepted for publication.

How To Apply
Interested candidate should forward 10 copies of their typewritten application and curriculum vitae which should contain the following:

• Full Name
• Age
• Marital Status
• Nationality
• Educational institution attended with date
• Qualifications Obtain with Dates
• Publications listed in chronological order
• National and international honour/award
• Position held and other relevant information
• Photocopies of relevant credentials should be attached.

All applications should be sent to the address below:

The Registrar,
Enugu State College of Education (Technical),
PMB 01793,
Abakaliki Road GRA,
Enugu.
NOTE:

• Indicate on the Top Left of the envelope the position applied for.
• Candidates are advised to request three of their referees to forward reports on them under confidential cover to the Registrar of the College.
• All application and referee reports on them should reach the registrar before application closing date.

Application Closing Date

All applications for the Enugu State College of Education (Technical) Lecturer II – Primary Education (French Language Option) vacancy must be submitted not later than 6th February, 2015.

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