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Nigerian Students Invited to Seek Admission in Ghanaian Universities
Nigerian Students Invited to Seek Admission in Ghanaian Universities
By: Michael Mike
Ghana High Commission in Nigeria has invited Nigerians to seek university education in Ghana, insisting that the West African country offers better affordable tuition than most Nigerian private universities.
Speaking on Thursday in Abuja at the 2023/2024 On-Spot-Admissions Screening for University of Ghana, the Deputy High Commissioner of Ghana to Nigeria, Eddison Mensah Agbenyegah, said: “While the cost of education varies among universities, studying in Ghana might be more affordable for Nigerian students compared to options in some other countries. This is particularly true for private universities in Nigeria, which can have higher tuition fees.”
The envoy while speaking on “Why You Should Study in Ghanaian Higher Education Institutions,” said: “There are many places to study, but Ghana is among the best places to study in the African continent. Generally, Universities in Ghana have spacious campuses, well-built facilities, and high level educational standards. The cost of studying in Ghana is relatively lower than the cost of living in developed countries and the country offers a lot of opportunities to young people that can help them develop their careers after graduation.
He noted that: “This year, the premier university – the University of Ghana – Legon, and several other Ghanaian universities, have opened their Application Portals to receive applications from West African students. The University of Ghana in particular, has reduced its tuition fees for all ECOWAS students since the 2021/2022 academic year, now allows for payment in Naira at Access Bank Nigeria, and instituted payment plans to cushion parents and students. In fact, there is an ongoing proposal, driven by the Dean of International Programmes Office, Prof. Eric Osei-Assibey, for the University of Ghana to further reduce tuition fees for ECOWAS students given the current economic situations in Nigeria and other West African countries.
“We would update all prospective parents, students, counsellors, exams officer, and facilitators in Nigeria once the new tuition reduction proposal is accepted and approved for implementation.”
The envoy said some of the reasons Ghanaian universities should be a destination of choice for Nigerian students include quality of education, diverse and international recognition of program offerings, affordability, safe environment and favourable weather conditions, direct admissions as there is no need to take entrance examination after the right subjects are passed at WAEC, friendly and similar culture, lectures are in English language, proximity to home and limited strike actions, networking opportunities, international exposure and experience and scholarships.
Nigerian Students Invited to Seek Admission in Ghanaian Universities
UNIMAID Student Drowns in Gwange River, Another Rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic drowning incident has claimed the life of a University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) student, while another was rescued after they went swimming at the Gwange River Bank in Maiduguri.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on March 14, 2025, around 7:00 p.m., when two UNIMAID students, identified as Abafras Abdiel from the Department of Forestry and Silas Sule from the Department of Geology, went to the Gwange River Bank behind ECWA Church for a swim.
While diving, both students drowned in the river, prompting an emergency response. A combined rescue team, including the police, divers, and fire service personnel, was immediately mobilized to the scene.
The rescue team managed to retrieve both victims and rushed them to the State Specialist Hospital, Maiduguri. While Abafras Abdiel was admitted for treatment, Silas Sule was unfortunately certified dead by doctors. His body has since been deposited at the hospital for autopsy and further investigations.
The authorities have urged students and residents to exercise caution when engaging in activities near water bodies, especially during the dry season, when river currents can be unpredictable.
UNIMAID Student Drowns in Gwange River, Another Rescued
Federal University Gusau: A 300-level student died in a bandit’s den in Zamfara
By: Our Reporter
This is truly heartbreaking. Zarah Abubakar Shehu, a 21-year-old 300-level student at Federal University Gusau, was abducted along with her two siblings by bandits in the early hours of Sunday, November 3, 2024, from their home in the Damba area of Gusau, Zamfara State.
The kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of ₦35 million for their release. After much struggle, the family managed to gather ₦10 million, which the kidnappers agreed to accept. However, even after receiving the money, they still refused to release Zarah. Instead, they demanded four motorcycles (Boza) and four cartons of engine oil.
Zarah and her siblings spent four months in captivity. When all the items were finally gathered, the kidnappers’ leader was informed. He then called his men to check on the captives. To everyone’s horror, his men responded that only two children remained; one of them, Zarah, had passed away and had already been buried two days earlier.
Zarah was the only daughter of her mother, making her loss even more devastating. Her passing is not just a tragedy for her family but a heartbreaking reflection of the ongoing insecurity in Zamfara State and the pain that countless families endure.
Federal University Gusau: A 300-level student died in a bandit’s den in Zamfara
Gunmen Kidnap Four Students in Katsina State
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected armed bandits have abducted four students from Paris Quarters, behind the Federal University, Dutsinma, in Katsina State, security sources told Zagazola Makama on Sunday.
The attack occurred at about 2:20 a.m. on Sunday, when the assailants, reportedly in large numbers, quietly invaded the area and whisked away four individuals.
The victims have been identified as Wali Kayode (25), Fahad Muhammad (20), Emmanuel (surname unknown), and another yet-to-be-identified person.
Security operatives were mobilized to the scene immediately after receiving a distress call but the bandits had fled.
Security sources said that Efforts are ongoing to track down the kidnappers and rescue the victims safely.
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