Hon. Justice (Prof.) Alaba Omolaye-Ajileye

A Visiting Professor at the 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN) and distinguished retired jurist, Hon. Justice (Prof.) Alaba Omolaye-Ajileye, is set to launch an educational foundation aimed at supporting brilliant but indigent students across Nigeria.

The foundation will be formally inaugurated on July 2, 2026, during the public presentation of two new books on electronic evidence at the International Conference Centre, NOUN Headquarters, Jabi, Abuja.

The event scheduled to commence at 2:00 p.m., will have聽Justice Ajileye unveiled two publications: “Electronic Evidence (Second Edition,” 2026) and “A Compendium of Cases on Electronic Evidence, Volume II” (2020鈥�2025)鈥攂oth of which are considered significant contributions to legal scholarship and the evolving jurisprudence of electronic evidence in Nigeria.

The books provide updated analyses, contemporary judicial authorities and practical guidance on the growing role of technology, digital transactions, online communications and electronically generated materials in legal practice and the administration of justice.

The highlight of the occasion, however, will be the inauguration of the Justice Alaba Omolaye-Ajileye Educational Foundation, established to provide scholarships, mentorship and educational support to academically gifted students from disadvantaged backgrounds.

The initiative reflects Justice Ajileye’s lifelong commitment to education, public service and youth development. Inspired by his personal journey of perseverance and academic excellence, the retired jurist seeks to create opportunities for young Nigerians whose educational aspirations are hindered by financial constraints.

The foundation is expected to expand access to quality education and enable deserving students to realise their full academic potential.

Adding intellectual depth to the event, former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Chief Kanu Godwin Agabi, SAN, CON, will deliver the keynote address titled, “The State of the Nation.”

The presentation will focus on contemporary challenges confronting Nigeria’s democracy, justice system, economy, security and national development.

The event is expected to attract judges, senior lawyers, academics, policymakers, law enforcement officers, technology experts, students, philanthropists and other stakeholders with interests in law, technology and justice administration.

Members of the public, educational institutions, professional bodies, development partners and corporate organisations have been invited to support the foundation’s vision and participate in what organisers describe as a landmark gathering that combines legal scholarship with educational philanthropy.

Beyond celebrating intellectual achievement, the occasion is also expected to provide a platform for meaningful discussions on Nigeria’s present realities and future aspirations.

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Former DVC Admin. Prof. Isaac Butswat representing the VC

The Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Unit of the 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN) on Monday, June 15, 2026, commemorated the 2026 World Blood Donor Day with a passionate appeal to Nigerians to embrace voluntary blood donation as a lifesaving humanitarian service.

The event, themed “One Drop of Humanity: Give Blood, Save Lives,” brought together healthcare professionals, medical laboratory scientists, members of staff, and other stakeholders to raise awareness on the importance of safe and regular blood donation.

In her welcome address, the Head of the NOUN Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Unit, Mrs. Obieze Medlyn, expressed appreciation to participants for honouring the invitation and supporting the university’s efforts to promote healthy living and humanitarian service.

She described blood donation as one of the simplest yet most impactful acts of kindness, noting that a single unit of blood can mean the difference between life and death for accident victims, women experiencing childbirth complications, children suffering from severe anaemia, and patients battling various medical conditions.

According to her, the theme of the celebration underscores humanity’s collective responsibility to care for one another.

She therefore encouraged members of the university community and the general public to embrace voluntary blood donation as a contribution towards building a healthier and safer society.

Representing the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, the former Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Prof. Isaac Butswat, commended the Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Unit for organising an event focused on a critical aspect of healthcare delivery.

He observed that blood remains an irreplaceable medical resource, stressing that despite advances in science and technology, no substitute has been found for human blood.

Consequently, he noted that the availability of blood for medical emergencies depends largely on the willingness of individuals to donate voluntarily.

Prof. Butswat said the theme, “One Drop of Humanity: Give Blood, Save Lives,” serves as a powerful reminder that even the smallest act of kindness can preserve lives and restore hope to families facing difficult circumstances.

He reaffirmed the university management’s commitment to supporting health awareness programmes and initiatives that promote the well-being of staff, students, and the wider society.

The keynote lecture, titled “The Life Cycle of Humanity: One Drop of Humanity, Give Blood, Save Lives,” was delivered by Dr. Oyetunde B. Akinloye, a Blood Safety Consultant from Baze University.

Dr. Akinloye described blood as the lifeline that connects humanity, explaining that at different stages of life, every individual may either become a donor or a recipient.

He noted that access to safe blood is often essential from birth through old age, making blood donation a shared social responsibility.

According to him, regular voluntary blood donation remains the safest and most reliable means of maintaining adequate blood supplies for hospitals and emergency situations.

He highlighted the critical role donated blood plays in supporting accident victims, surgical patients, cancer patients, women with pregnancy-related complications, and children suffering from severe illnesses.

Beyond its medical significance, he said blood donation symbolises compassion, solidarity, and love for humanity.

He urged Nigerians to dispel myths and misconceptions surrounding blood donation and embrace it as a noble act capable of giving others a second chance at life.

Dr. Akinloye also stressed the importance of adhering to blood safety standards and sustaining public enlightenment campaigns to ensure that blood transfusion services remain safe, accessible, and effective.

In his goodwill message, the Chairman of the Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria (AMLSN), Federal Medical Centre Abuja Chapter, Mr. Anthony Ani Benedict, applauded NOUN for joining the global community in celebrating World Blood Donor Day.

He noted that medical laboratory scientists play a vital role in ensuring the safety and quality of blood used for transfusion and reaffirmed the association’s commitment to promoting best practices in blood services across the country.

Mr. Benedict encouraged healthy adults to cultivate the habit of voluntary blood donation, emphasising that such selfless acts contribute significantly to strengthening the healthcare system and saving countless lives.

He further noted that sustained public awareness and education are essential to addressing the persistent shortage of blood often experienced in hospitals nationwide.

Delivering the vote of thanks, the Quality Officer of the Medical Diagnostic Laboratory Unit, Mr. Ibrahim Siddi, expressed gratitude to all guests and participants for contributing to the success of the programme.

He also commended members of the organising committee for their dedication and hard work, noting that the event had succeeded in drawing attention to the importance of blood donation and inspiring more people to become ambassadors of the lifesaving cause.

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Professor Rosemary Ochanya Ogbodo-Adoga

The 40th Inaugural Lecture of the 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN) has been scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at the university headquarters in Abuja.

It will be delivered by Professor Rosemary Ochanya Ogbodo-Adoga, Professor of Guidance and Counselling, Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education of the university.

Ogbodo-Adoga will present on the topic:聽“Guidance and Counselling for All: A Pathway to National Development.”

The lecture will take place at the Conference Centre of NOUN, Jabi, Abuja by 11:00am.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, is going to be the Chief Host at the event.

Meanwhile, below is the聽link for the virtual participation of the Inaugural Lecture:

Meeting ID: 913 1735 9038

Passcode: 677089

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Prof. Uduma monitoring the ongoing e-examination at Uyo Centre

The Vice-Chancellor of the 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN), Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, has intensified monitoring of the 2026_1 semester examination marking exercise and Computer-Based Examinations across the university鈥檚 study centres.

During a working visit to Uyo Study Centre, Prof. Uduma received a briefing from the Deputy Director, Directorate of Examinations and Assessment, Dr. Nnenna Chukwuma.

The report showed Enugu Study Centre leading in marking performance, with Uyo closely behind, while other centres were working to improve pace.

The Vice-Chancellor promptly engaged senior academic managers for real-time updates and solutions. A key issue raised was the shortage of Nursing markers at Uyo, as many were involved in professional practical examinations.

Following Prof. Uduma鈥檚 intervention, additional Nursing markers reported for duty, boosting the centre鈥檚 capacity to clear over 5,000 Nursing scripts.

Uyo Centre is currently handling more than 72,000 examination scripts from South-South study centres. In response, the Vice-Chancellor approved additional marking time for faculties with high volumes: Management Sciences, Computing, Health Sciences, and Education. Faculties with lower loads, including Arts and Agricultural Sciences, were directed to conclude by Monday, June 8, 2026.

Prof. Uduma also inspected the CBE hall and noted inadequate lighting. Centre management cited high operational costs of running the main generator. The Vice-Chancellor assured staff of management鈥檚 commitment to resolving infrastructure challenges affecting teaching, learning, and assessment.

Staff commended the VC鈥檚 proactive, field-based supervision style, which they said inspires confidence and accelerates problem-solving.

Since assuming office, Prof. Uduma has maintained direct oversight at study centres to ensure policies translate into measurable outcomes. The Uyo visit reaffirms NOUN鈥檚 commitment to excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

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Professor Rosemary Ochanya Ogbodo-Adoga

The 40th Inaugural Lecture of the 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN) has been scheduled to take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at the university headquarters in Abuja.

It will be delivered by Professor Rosemary Ochanya Ogbodo-Adoga, Professor of Guidance and Counselling, Department of Educational Foundations, Faculty of Education of the university.

Ogbodo-Adoga will present on the topic:聽“Guidance and Counselling for All: A Pathway to National Development.”

The lecture will take place at the Conference Centre of NOUN, Jabi, Abuja by 11:00am.

The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, is going to be the Chief Host at the event.

Meanwhile, below is the聽link for the virtual participation of the Inaugural Lecture:

Meeting ID: 913 1735 9038

Passcode: 677089

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Chairman AULNU , Prof. Angela Okpala

The Association of University Librarians of Nigerian Universities (AULNU) has called on universities to adopt institutional Open Access policies and restrict leadership of academic libraries to professionally-certified librarians.

The demand was contained in a communiqu茅 issued after AULNU鈥檚 114th Bi-Annual Conference and General Meeting held at the National Universities Commission (NUC)聽auditorium,聽Abuja, from May 4 to 7, 2026.

The University Librarian of the 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN), Prof. Angela Okpala is the current national president of the association and delivered her speech at the conference.

The conference themed:聽鈥淢anaging University Libraries in the Era of Open Access Publishing: The Role of Librarians,鈥澛燿rew librarians, scholars, policymakers, and development partners.

Delegates said Open Access Publishing is now vital for democratising knowledge, improving research visibility, and accelerating innovation, according to the communique, issued on May 7, 2026.

They observed that university libraries are shifting from custodial roles to strategic centers for research dissemination, digital preservation, and digital literacy.

The meeting identified major barriers including poor ICT infrastructure, unstable power, inadequate funding, low digital literacy, and weak policies.

Delegates also expressed concern over predatory journals, misinformation, and the misuse of Artificial Intelligence in scholarly communication.

AULNU frowned at the appointment of non-qualified persons as University Librarians, stating聽that doing so聽undermines professionalism and standards.

It resolved that only librarians registered with the Librarians Registration Council of Nigeria (LRCN) should be eligible for such appointments.

The association urged TETFund and government agencies to strengthen support for Open Access infrastructure, digital repositories, and broadband connectivity.

It recommended that Open Access publications and Institutional Repositories be recognized in accreditation and research assessments.

AULNU聽also commended NUC,TETFund,聽the National Library of Nigeria聽and the Nigerian Library Association for their continued support of academic librarianship.

The association聽 pledged to deepen collaboration among university libraries to establish sustainable Open Access consortia and shared digital infrastructure.

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The Registrar of the Council, the NOUN VC along with other senior staff of the two Organisations at the end of the meeting

The Management of the 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN) has held discussions with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) on reviewing the structure of its Bachelor of Nursing Science (BNSC) programme.

The move by the university aims to accommodate a wider range of qualified candidates.

The meeting took place on Thursday, May 7, 2026, when the Vice -Chancellor, Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma led an 11-man courtesy visit to the NMCS office. in Abuja.

According to the VC, the visit was to align the university鈥檚 Open and Distance Learning approach with the council鈥檚 regulatory standards.

Prof. Uduma stated that NOUN鈥檚 mandate is to make education accessible to all Nigerians regardless of background, citing the recent graduation of 51 inmates at the university鈥檚 last convocation as an example of its commitment.

鈥淲e are here to ensure that our nursing programme reflects that same inclusivity.

鈥淎 significant number of Nigerians who wish to pursue nursing are unable to enrol under the current admission structure.

“We are proposing a framework that allows O鈥橪evel holders to gain entry while meeting all professional and clinical requirements,” he said.

Uduma assured the council that NOUN would not compromise on standards and is prepared to provide the necessary medical facilities, supervise clinical attachments, and practical training components in line with NMCN guidelines.

鈥淥pen and Distance Learning has come to stay globally. We are ready to abide by your regulations and work within your framework,鈥� he added.

Acting Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Prof. Helen Kwanashie said NOUN has the academic capacity and infrastructure to train competent nurses who can contribute meaningfully to Nigeria鈥檚 healthcare delivery.

She noted that the initiative could also support the development of generic nurses trained from the secondary school level, thereby strengthening the healthcare workforce.

On his part, the DVC Administration, Prof. Shehu Usman Adamu, emphasised that all proposed training locations would be domiciled and operated according to NMCN approval and supervision.

He commended the council for its consistent regulatory role in maintaining professional standards in the country.

Responding, the Registrar/CEO, NMCN, Dr. Hassan Ndagi, thanked the NOUN delegation for the visit and acknowledged the university鈥檚 vision and the history it shared during the engagement.

Ndagi described the presentation as stimulating and motivating, and urged NOUN to prepare and submit a detailed concept note for the council鈥檚 review.

The Registrar said the council is open to receivng the proposed working framework from NOUN, after which, the council will聽convene a technical meeting with NOUN鈥檚 management to deliberate on the next steps and modalities for implementation.

The VC’s entourage were his deputies in charge of academics, Prof. Chiedu Mafiana, and Administration, Prof. Shehu Usman Adamu, the Registrar, Mr. Oladipo Ajayi, the Bursar, Malam Nasiru Marafa, senior faculty members from the Faculty of Health Sciences who are expected to work closely with the council on developing the proposed framework and other senior staff of the institution.

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Gov Otti (right) with the NOUN VC (left)

The Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has promised to establish a 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN) study center in Aba, the commercial heartbeat of the state.

To this end, the governor directed the state’s Commissioner for Tertiary Education and the Managing Director, Greater Aba Development Authority to commence search for a temporary site for the location of the study centre, pending the building of a befitting permanent center in the area.

Governor Otti’s directive followed the request of the NOUN Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma, for a policy direction in citing a study center of the university in Aba.

Prof. Uduma dropped the request when he paid a visit to the Abia State Governor at his home town in Umuru, Umuehim in Ehi Na Uguru Ancient Kingdom, Isiala Ngwa South LGA of Abia State.

Speaking further, Dr. Otti explained that Aba, being a major commercial hub in the state, cannot afford the luxury of being behind without a center of NOUN.

He noted that “Open and Distance Learning (ODL), over the years, has transformed along with technology advancement.”

Applications like the Google Meet, Zoom and the likes have facilitated meetings and the transfer of knowledge, he said.

The governor said In view of the role NOUN is playing in advancing education, it’s no brainer, Aba has to get a study centre.

“As a responsible government, the state is committed to educational development through the hiring, training and retraining of teachers. We will provide all the support you need for the actualisation of a centre in Aba,” said Governor Otti.

Consequently, he also directed the Commissioner for Tertiary Education in the state, Prof. Uche Uche, to work in the direction of the Umuahia Study Centre and see how the government can assist with the improvement of facilities for a better learning environment.

Earlier, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Uduma Oji Uduma who was on a courtesy visit to His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Abia State, had told the governor that NOUN does not only pride itself in education through open and distance learning alone, but access and inclusiveness in all of its activities by carrying everyone along.

“The study centres are instruments of access and Aba being one of the largest cities in the country cannot be denied such access to education.

“NOUN, as an institution that reflects federal character, is willing to partner with any government or institution in creating access to education that allows people to express themselves freely,” the Vice-Chancellor said.

Prof. Uduma underscored the importance of ODL globally, a development that necessitates other universities in the country to adopt a dual mode of education delivery.

He thanked the governor for his hospitality and accepting to host him and the university management despite the demand of his office.

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Lagos Study center DES students with zonal office Director Prof.F.Fatimayin and Deputy Registrar (Mrs.) Mana Ndong at the event

Department of Educational Studies 鈥� of 水果派 of Nigeria (NOUN), 300 level students have donated essential medical equipment to Lagos Office sickbay.

鈥庘�嶵he donation, which took place at the Study centre, is aimed at improving healthcare services available to students and Staff members.

Some Items donated to the sickbay including a hospital bed, bedsheets and pillowcases, a ceiling fan, an electric fan, both automatic and manual blood pressure monitoring machines, and as well as some first aid equipment’s.

鈥庘�嶵he zonal Director of聽 Lagos Office, Prof. Foluke Fatimayin who was present at the event, lauded the students for their initiative and generosity .

Describing the gesture as commendable and impactful, noting that it reflects a strong sense of responsibility and care for the university community.

鈥庘�嶴he further stated that the contribution would be brought to the attention of the Vice-Chancellor and other relevant authorities, emphasizing that the students鈥� efforts deserve wider recognition.

鈥庘�� Moreover, at the event were some聽 representatives of the Lagos study Centre, led by the Deputy Registrar Mrs. Mana Ndong and the management of the聽 Sick bay.

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