Abdulrasheed Hammad

1 week ago | universityworldnews.com | Abdulrasheed Hammad

NIGERIA Several Nigerian students who have voiced their dissatisfaction about their universities and political leaders on social media have faced disciplinary action and intimidation – actions that human rights activists believe are undermining freedom of expression in Nigeria.

2 weeks ago | minorityafrica.org | Abdulrasheed Hammad

Image description: A woman wearing a patterned headwrap and a dress made out of newspaper clippings, embraces a younger woman in white. They stand against a lush mountain backdrop under a bright sky, evoking warmth and support. In 1994, Fidel Strub was just three years old when the pain in his gums began. It crept quickly—into his jawbone, then his cheeks. Eventually, most of his face was covered in holes.

Jan 15, 2025 | icirnigeria.org | Abdulrasheed Hammad

By Abdulrasheed HAMMADDespite the disbursement of millions of naira for the execution of development projects, residents of Sokoto face many challenges due to poor or deteriorating infrastructure.

Oct 29, 2024 | universityworldnews.com | Abdulrasheed Hammad

NIGERIA Controversy has been surrounding the process to appoint a new vice-chancellor for the University of Abuja, or UNIABUJA, following the placement of advertisements that appeared to be favouring a specific candidate. The university’s governing council was expected to announce the names of three candidates who will be in the running for the position as soon as the deadline for applications closed on 7 October.

Oct 25, 2024 | universityworldnews.com | Abdulrasheed Hammad

NIGERIA The College of Health Sciences and Technology in Jega, Kebbi State, remains closed after angry students set fire to the residence and destroyed the car of the college Provost Haruna Saidu-Sauwa over the alleged non-accreditation of three courses as well as accusations of extortion. The Kebbi State government ordered the indefinite closure of the college following violent protests that erupted on 17 October.