As part of his efforts to promote education in Ifako-Ijaiye, Lagos, Adewale Adedeji, the lawmaker representing Ifako-Ijaiye Constituency 01, has distributed 250 free GCE slips to indigent students. The initiative is aimed at advancing education in the community, with the long-term goal of making Ifako-Ijaiye the most educated local government in Nigeria by 2037.

The distribution event took place at the Constituency Office, Unity Centre, Elliot, and was attended by students, educators, community leaders, and religious figures. During the event, Adedeji emphasized the importance of education in shaping the future, stating that the free GCE slips were a step toward providing every child with the opportunity to succeed.

“Education is the foundation upon which we build our future. I believe every student deserves access to the tools they need to succeed, and these GCE slips are a small step toward ensuring every child can reach their full potential,” Adedeji said.

He reaffirmed his commitment to achieving the goal of making Ifako-Ijaiye the most educated local government in Nigeria by 2037 and encouraged the beneficiaries to take their studies seriously.

Under the Adewale Temitope Adedeji Educational Initiatives (ATA-EI), the lawmaker has provided 855 free GCE forms, 4,100 free JAMB forms, scholarships to 49 students, and has contributed to rehabilitating public schools in the constituency, among other educational initiatives.

The Council of Legal Education (CLE) has suspended the admission of students into the Faculties of Law at nine Nigerian universities. The decision was made during the council’s second quarterly meeting of 2024, chaired by Chief Emeka Ngige, SAN.

The universities in question were found to have admitted and graduated law students without obtaining the necessary accreditation from the CLE.

The nine affected universities are:
1. Nigerian Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State
2. Fountain University, Osogbo, Osun State
3. Redeemers University, Ede, Osun State
4. Taraba State University, Jalingo
5. Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State
6. Kwara State University, Malete
7. Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State
8. Crescent University, Abeokuta, Ogun State
9. Tansian University, Umunya, Anambra State

In addition to the suspension of admissions, Lead City University in Ibadan, Oyo State, has been placed under a five-year moratorium. The CLE cited inadequate infrastructure and repeated violations of the university’s admission quota as the reasons for this decision. The council has pledged to accommodate the over 1,000 students unlawfully admitted by Lead City University within the available space.

The CLE also addressed a recent judgment against it regarding a property in Lagos that once housed the first Nigerian Law School students. An ad-hoc committee has been formed to ensure compliance with the judgment and explore options for securing the historic building.

Furthermore, the council granted provisional accreditation status to two private universities: El-Amin University and Newgate University, both located in Minna, Niger State. These institutions have been given an admission quota of 50 students each.

The CLE will revisit the Faculty of Law at Veritas University in Abuja and Kola Daisi University in Ibadan at a later date to assess their compliance with the accreditation team’s findings. The University of Abuja, however, has had its admission quota increased from 100 to 160 students due to improvements in infrastructure and the recruitment of additional academic staff.

Lastly, the council approved the establishment of a legal unit within the office of the Director-General of the Nigerian Law School. This unit will monitor court cases involving the CLE and keep the council informed of any developments.

Incase you have kids that want to apply to these universities for law, tell them to do change institution to another university

By Aaior K. Comfort

Conclase Academy, a leading software engineering school, has expanded its offerings by introducing courses in Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Python, further boosting Africans’ tech skills. The academy, which already operates in Nigeria and Ghana, has now expanded to Kenya, marking its third African country of operation.

Founder Adeposi Bamiduro announced the academy’s growth in a statement on Tuesday, emphasizing that the new courses cement Conclase Academy’s role as a major player in Africa’s tech industry. Bamiduro noted the increasing demand for AI expertise as companies globally seek professionals skilled in generative AI, deep learning, and advanced technologies.

“Our mission is to empower Africans to play a significant role in the global tech industry. Expanding to Kenya is a major step in fulfilling this mission,” Bamiduro said. Conclase Academy has trained over 500 students with a 95% hiring rate, establishing a reputation for accelerating tech careers.

Kenyan students will benefit from a six-month curriculum blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, preparing them for internships and full-time positions. Alongside AI and Python, the academy continues to offer high-demand programs in Cybersecurity, Data Analysis, Frontend and Backend Engineering, DevOps, and Product Management.

Bamiduro also highlighted Conclase Academy’s commitment to connecting graduates with local and international job opportunities through key partnerships in Kenya, positioning the academy as a leader in shaping Africa’s tech talent.