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A new report from Forbes outlines the university majors that are most likely to lead to employment in 2026. The report highlights which degrees are expected to provide the best job prospects for graduates entering the workforce.

Kebbi Governor has inaugurated a new governing council for the state university following a significant leadership shake-up that included the removal of the vice chancellor, two deputy vice chancellors, and other management team members, as well as the dissolution of the previous governing council. This restructuring aims to enhance the institution's governance and operations.

The University of Johannesburg has been recognized as the top university in South Africa and Africa for its sustainability impact, achieving a global ranking of 39th in the 2026 Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings.

Research indicates that when the selection of university leadership positions, such as vice-chancellors, is influenced by political interests, it adversely affects not only the campuses but also the quality of graduates, research output, and overall national development. This highlights the importance of transparency in the appointment process for fostering growth and development in universities, according to Vanguard.

Prof. Afolabi, the Chairman of the Governing Council of YABATECH, has urged the institution's alumni globally to support its transition into a university. This call for backing is part of the ongoing efforts to transform the college into a full-fledged university, as reported by Vanguard.

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has been recognized as Africa's leading university for sustainability impact, according to TimesLIVE. The vice-chancellor emphasized the institution's commitment to being the best university for the world rather than striving to be the best globally.

The management of Federal University Oye-Ekiti has suspended two students for their alleged involvement in the cyberbullying of James Iyanuoluwa Adio, the suspended president of the Students’ Union Government. The university announced the suspension in a statement on its official news portal, which was signed by the Deputy.