The University of Benin (UNIBEN) expressed profound sadness on Saturday over the death of Elder Statesman and Iconic Leader, Chief Edwin Clark, who passed away on February 17 at the age of 97. In a heartfelt statement, Dr. Benedicta Ehanire, the university’s Deputy Registrar and Public Relations Officer, conveyed the […]
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Family and well-wishers of late Professor John Ovuezirie Akeraino Idiodi from all around the world will on Monday, September 9, 2024, converge at the Main Auditorium of the University of Benin Ugbowo for an Evening of Tributes for the departed professor of Theoretical Physics. A programme of events released by […]
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has promised to connect the campus of the University of Benin (UNIBEN) with free internet connectivity. This announcement was made during his speech at the League of Brainiacs academic competition held on the campus. The governor emphasized his commitment to supporting young people and […]
The Nigerian University Games Association has announced that the 2023 NUGA trials for athletes to the World University Games will be held in Edo State, in partnership with the University of Benin. The trials are set to take place in Benin City, the capital of Edo State, from May 8 to May 14. According to a statement from NUGA’s Acting Secretary General, Chidiebere Ezeani, the trials will take place at Benin City’s Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and include seven sports: badminton, judo, swimming, table tennis, taekwondo, and tennis. Along with fresh competitors vying for a position on the Nigerian squad competing at the World University Games, the tournament will showcase athletes who excelled at the 26th NUGA Games. “We have the best facilities in Nigeria, and we are happy to host NUGA and university athletes” said Philip Shaibu, the deputy Governor of Edo. “We also want to develop sports from the ground up, and this is a great opportunity for us to demonstrate our commitment.” Prof. Lilian Salami, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Benin, stated […]