Education
LASUCOM Closes Hostels as Students Contract COVID-19

By Ahmed Rahma
The Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM) has asked all students to self-isolate after three of them tested positive for COVID-19.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the institution said the incident has forced the management to order the immediate closure of its hostel facilities for decontamination.
According to the Coordinator, Centre for Information, Press and Public Relations of Lagos State University, Mr Ademola Adekoya, the roommates of the students who tested positive and their associates are being tested.
Mr Adekoya also informed that the college was providing psychological support to the three students and their roommates and has also been given them treatment packs.
“The college already isolated the affected three students and has commenced contact tracing of all affected students.
“The hostel facilities were immediately closed for decontamination upon confirmation of the status of the students.
“All students of the college have been advised to proceed home to self-isolate for the next 14 days from where their health status will be monitored by the college. Phone numbers/contacts of all students are already obtained to that effect.
“Any students showing symptoms at home are to contact the college through dedicated lines for necessary assistance/treatment,” the statement read.
“The college has handed treatment packs to all three who tested positive and also providing psychological support to them and their roommates.
“Parents, guardians and the general public are assured that the safety of all staff and students is of top priority and the Lagos State University as a whole will continue to enforce compliance with COVID-19 guidelines and protocols to ensure the safety of all within her campuses.
“Management also again enjoins all students, staff and the general public to take personal responsibility and continue to observe COVID-19 guidelines as the virus is real and deadly,” it added.
Education
Fidelity Bank Donates Books, Renovates Classrooms in Nasarawa

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
A block of classrooms at Aso Pada Government Secondary School, Mararaba in Karu local government area of Nasarawa State has been renovated by Fidelity Bank Plc.
The financial institution also donated some textbooks to the institution of learning as part of its support to education in Nigeria.
The gesture was through the Fidelity Helping Hands Program (FHHP), an arm of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative.
FHHP is a scheme of Fidelity Bank that allows its employees identify community needs, raise funds, and receive matched support from the bank.
The donation in Nasarawa State was through the Elite Bankers class of inductees of Fidelity Bank, with the project funded with voluntary contributions from newly inducted staff.
At the handover ceremony, the Divisional Head of Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank, Mr Meksley Nwagboh, revealed that, “The school was selected due to its role in the development of Mararaba’s residents.”
According to him, “The school had not undergone renovation for the past fifteen years, and with support from the bank and pooled resources from our Elite Bankers class of inductees, this renovation is now possible.”
“We encourage the beneficiaries to put the facility to good use and reaffirm Fidelity Bank’s devotion to continue supporting quality education delivery across the length and breadth of our country,” he added.
Responding to the gesture from the bank, the Vice Principal for Administration at Aso Pada Government Secondary School, Mr Abdullahi Idris, appreciated the bank for the kind gesture and also lauded government efforts towards providing a better learning environment for the students of the school.
“Your investment in our school is an investment in the future of our nation. We are inspired by your commitment and look forward to a lasting partnership that will continue to uplift and empower our students. Let us continue to work together to build a brighter future for our children and community,” the educator stated.
Education
Tinubu Renames University of Maiduguri After Buhari

By Aduragbemi Omiyale
The University of Maiduguri in Borno State has been renamed after the late former president of Nigeria, Mr Muhammadu Buhari.
The higher institution of learning was renamed after the late Nigerian leader by his successor, Mr Bola Tinubu, on Thursday night.
The announcement was made by Mr Tinubu during a special Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting today at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
Mr Buhari died on Sunday evening in a London clinic and was buried in his hometown of Daura in Katsina State on Tuesday.
Education
ATC Nigeria, ProFuturo Partnership to Benefit 5,600 Students, 34 Teachers

By Modupe Gbadeyanka
American Tower Corporation (ATC) Nigeria and ProFuturo Foundation have come together to distribute some educational materials designed to enhance digital access and learning opportunities for students and students in 11 schools from three of the 36 states of the federation.
Each of the educational pack contains a computer, tablets, router, projector, and other essential components and will boost digital literacy, financial education and vocational training for adults, and healthcare services.
The items are being distributed by the leading provider of telecommunications infrastructure and the global initiative for educational innovation through the Kukah Centre under the Digital Communities scheme.
The goal is to enhance the understanding of vulnerable school contexts to promote innovative teaching practices more effectively and to strengthen the digital transformation of education.
The 11 schools chosen are from Kano, Kebbi and Taraba States, with 5,600 children and 34 teachers expected to benefit from the programme.
“At ATC Nigeria, we are proud to support this impactful collaboration, which brings digital tools directly into classrooms.
“Through our collaboration with the ProFuturo Foundation, our Digital Communities program is expanding access to technology and equipping the next generation with the skills they need to thrive in a digital world,” the chief executive of ATC Nigeria, Mr Pieter Van Der Westhuizen, stated.
Also, the General Manager of ProFuturo, Ms Magdalena Brier, said the collaboration “reinforces the commitment of the two organisations against the digital divide and the education gap.”
“The alliance between ProFuturo Foundation and American Tower is a big step to improve educational opportunities for the most vulnerable.
“We are very honoured with their support for what we have been doing since 2016 and I continually think about each of the teachers, boys and girls who will benefit, because, together, we are going to contribute to transform their lives,” she added.
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