NOUN appoints Gowong as Head of New Media unit
2026-03-25
The National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) has appointed Mr Ambrose Gowong, as Head of its newly established New Media Unit.Continue Reading
Hope Beyond Bars: Education driving reform in Nigeria’s custodial centres
2026-03-05
By Ibironke Ariyo, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) Across Nigeria’s custodial centres, a quiet transformation is unfolding; one that is gradually reshaping the narrative of punishment into a story of rehabilitation, education and second chances. For decades, incarceration in Nigeria largely revolved around confinement and deterrence, with limited attention toContinue Reading
Council appoints NOUN VC as first Vice-President, names predecessor ambassador
2026-02-26
The Executive Board of the African Council for Distance Education (ACDE) has appointed the Vice-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria, Prof. Uduma Uduma, as 1st Vice-President.
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NECO, NOUN strengthen ties on result verification, CBT
2026-02-24
By Funmilayo Adeyemi The Registrar of the National Examinations Council (NECO), Prof. Ibrahim Wushishi, says the council will deepen collaboration with the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). Wushishi disclosed this during a courtesy visit to NOUN on Tuesday in Abuja. He said the partnership would enhance result verificationContinue Reading
Obasanjo calls for reform, return of law programme at NOUN
2026-02-22
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, has called for reforms at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), urging the restoration of its law programme, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into its academic system.Continue Reading
Yuguda, scholars laud Sogolo’s legacy on African Philosophy
2026-02-19
Malam Isa Yuguda, former governor of Bauchi, and Pro-Chancellor, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), has described Emeritus Prof. Godwin Sogolo as a national asset whose scholarship has elevated African philosophy globally.Continue Reading
Uduma assumes office as NOUN V-C, unveils 6 priorities
2026-02-12
The new Vice-Chancellor of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, has assumed office, unveiling six priority areas for his administration.Continue Reading
Africa’s identity: Experts urge stronger AI-driven education
2025-12-09
By Funmilayo Adeyemi Education experts have stressed the need for Africa to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) in ways that uphold its cultural and intellectual identity. They said this at a two-day regional workshop on Open Educational Resources (OER) Practices in the Age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), in Abuja on Tuesday.Continue Reading
NMC, NOUN partner to advance teaching, research in Mathematics
2025-10-11
Mathematics By Funmilayo Adeyemi The National Mathematical Centre (NMC), says it plans to collaborate with the Federal University of Technology (FUT), Minna, and the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), to strengthen teaching, learning and research in Mathematical Sciences. This is contained in a statement issued in Abuja on FridayContinue Reading
MoodleMoot Abuja Conference to Boost NOUN’s Digital Technology Ranking – VC
2025-10-04
Ranking By Emmanuel Afonne Prof. Olufemi Peters, the Vice-Chancellor, National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN), says the institution is working tirelessly to boost its digital ranking and leadership in education technology. Peters said this during a news conference to assess the level of preparation for the 3rd MoodleMoot Africa 2025Continue Reading
