Leading macroeconomic analysts point to persistent inflation pressures and statements from ECB Governing Council members as key drivers behind expectations for additional monetary tightening in the eurozone.

The Governing Council of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has approved a new set of policies designed to accelerate the Service’s "reset agenda."

The Sofia Municipality has responded to a call from the Union of Architects in Bulgaria, specifically addressing Petar Dikov's request for the Union's Governing Council decision regarding a competition.

The European Central Bank's Governing Council is expected to maintain unchanged interest rates at its final meeting before the summer break, with economists closely watching the impact of the Iran conflict.

Austrian central bank chief Martin Kocher, a member of the ECB Governing Council, stated that they currently observe no second-round effects but must align monetary policy with inflation expectations.

The Governing Council of the University of Abuja, now Yakubu Gowon University, has approved the promotion of 34 academic staff members to professorial ranks.

Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, Chairman of Ghana's Parliament’s Education Committee, has urged President John Mahama to dissolve the Governing Council of Bolgatanga Technical University after the suspension of the university’s Vice-Chancellor.

The Governing Council of Bolgatanga Technical University has terminated the appointment of Vice-Chancellor Professor Samuel Erasmus Alnaa and demoted two other key officers.

Boris Vujcic, a member of the European Central Bank's Governing Council, has stated his expectation that inflation will persist at elevated levels for an extended period.

The European Central Bank (ECB) has implemented its first interest rate hike in three years. A Greek article discusses whether this decision by the Governing Council, made in response to rising inflation, will be effective in reducing it.

ECB Governing Council member Robert Kocher stated on Friday in Vienna that much can happen in the six weeks leading up to the next meeting at the end of July, keeping all options open regarding interest rates.

Bulgarian President Iliana Iotova has signed a decree reappointing Nikolay Nenovsky as a member of the Governing Council of the Bulgarian National Bank, effective June 13, 2026.

Elders from Oron have voiced their dismay over the failure of a maritime university to become operational four years after its establishment, despite opposition from the Maritime Academy of Nigeria's governing council and rector.

The Governing Council of Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has announced the appointment of Professor Christian Agyare as its next Vice-Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026.

The Kebbi State Government has dissolved the governing council of Abdullahi Fodio University and removed its Vice-Chancellor along with other principal officers.

Martins Kazaks, Governor of the Bank of Latvia and an ECB Governing Council member, stated that the European Central Bank has the "luxury" not to rush into raising interest rates.

The Shura Council of Qatar is participating in the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Governing Council session and committee meetings.

Dimitar Radev, Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank and ECB Governing Council member, stated that the European Central Bank should be prepared to raise interest rates without delay if signs of persistent price pressure emerge.

A Nigerian university is set to confer an honorary doctorate on Yusuf Ali, following approval by its Governing Council. The nomination was recommended by the University Senate at its 83rd extraordinary meeting.

ECB Governing Council member François Villeroy de Galhau emphasized to La Stampa that the European Central Bank must firmly anchor inflation expectations.

The AIADMK party has undertaken a significant overhaul of its governing council and key committees as part of its preparations for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections.

Conflict in Iran raises risks of a stagflationary shock that governing council members could not have foreseen

Following the death of Ayatollah Khamenei, an interim governing council comprising President Masoud Pezeshkian, Supreme Court Commander Gholam Hossein Mohseni Ejei, and Ayatollah Alireza Ar has taken over leadership.

Pastor William Kumuyi inaugurates Anchor University’s third governing council, with Prof Joel Babalola appointed Pro-Chancellor to lead its 10-year strateg Read More:…

Governor Oborevwori has approved the governing councils for three Delta State universities: University of Delta, Dennis Osadebay University, and Southern Delta University.

The University of Hong Kong (HKU) has announced a global search for its next leader, emphasizing the need for 'fresh ideas' to guide the institution through an upcoming 'transformation.' The head of its governing council, Peter Wong Tung-shun, made the announcement.

The University of Calabar has dismissed eight staff members and demoted one don following disciplinary actions for exam fraud and other misconducts, approved by its Governing Council.

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has decided to retain the governing councils of all state-owned tertiary institutions, citing their strong performance in repositioning higher education and ensuring stability and sustained progress.

The Governing Council of Abia State University (ABSU) in Nigeria has inaugurated a search team to begin the process of recruiting the institution's ninth substantive Vice-Chancellor.

A new dispute has emerged at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (AUTH) regarding a plan to construct an indoor gymnasium within the campus, leading to conflict between the Rectorate and members of the Governing Council.

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed three Deputy Comptroller-Generals to lead key directorates of the Ghana Immigration Service, following recommendations from the GIS Governing Council and the Public Services Commission.

The governing council of AMMA, the Malayalam film actors' body, including its first woman president Shweta Menon, has resigned following allegations of infighting and financial mismanagement.

ECB Governing Council member Peter Kazimir stated that interest rates must be increased further to effectively tackle persistent inflation in the Eurozone.

A significant power struggle within Türkiye’s main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) has intensified, marked by the resignation of 28 members from the party’s governing council.

The Governing Council of the European Central Bank has appointed Boris Vujcic, the current governor of Croatia's central bank, as its new Vice-President for a non-renewable eight-year term, replacing Luis de Guindos.

Yannis Stournaras, a member of the European Central Bank's Governing Council, suggests that an ECB interest rate hike may be unavoidable to preserve the bank's credibility.

President Tinubu has appointed Benjamins-Laniyi as the Director-General of the Women Centre and named its governing council, with the appointments taking effect from April 18 for a four-year term.

ECB Governing Council member Olli Rehn stated that recent economic data indicates the first signs of a stagflationary shock, signaling potential challenges for the economy.

By Haruna Aliyu, Birnin Kebbi BIRNIN KEBBI — Governor Nasir Idris has approved the dissolution of the Governing Council of Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology Aliero (AFUSTA),…

Governor Soludo has reconstituted the Governing Council for Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University. The new appointments include Professor Onwualu as the council's chairman, alongside other new members.

Minutes from the European Central Bank's governing council meeting suggest that more evidence may be required before raising interest rates, with concerns over second-round inflation effects from the Iran war being more muted than during the 2022 energy shock.

Dimitar Radev, Governor of the Bulgarian National Bank and an ECB Governing Council member, stated that the European Central Bank should be prepared to raise interest rates without delay if persistent price pressures emerge.

Two members of the Bank of Canada's Governing Council, responsible for setting interest rates, are slated to leave their positions.

European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council member Joachim Nagel has indicated that an interest rate hike in April remains 'an option,' according to Reuters reports. His statement suggests the ECB is closely monitoring economic conditions for potential monetary policy adjustments.

Chinyeaka Ohaa, former Chairman of the Governing Council of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), held a private audience with Pope Francis at the Vatican City.

Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has made a strong case for the passage of the Procurement Practicing Bill—which is currently before Cabinet, to entrench professionalism and ethical conduct in the practice of procurement in the country. In a speech read on his behalf at the investiture and swearing-in of newly elected governing council members and […]

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State has appointed former minister Sen. Udoma Udo Udoma as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU).

Zack Polanski has reshaped the Green Party, but the controversial election of Eleanora Folan to the governing council highlights the party's electoral vulnerabilities and potential for backlash.

Georgia's opposition United National Movement (UNM) has elected a temporary governing council to oversee a six-month reform process, while jailed opposition politician Nika Melia received another 'contempt of court' conviction.

The Chairman of the Governing Council of KNUST, Akyamfour Asafo Boakye Agyemang-Bonsu, has urged Ghana to renew its key institutions to effectively address growing national uncertainties, including climate, financial, and demographic challenges.

ASUU praises the outgoing OOU Governing Council for four years of industrial harmony, improved staff welfare, and respect for university autonomy.

The International Maritime Organisation (IMO) has called for an end to attacks on civilian shipping linked to geopolitical conflicts, with its governing Council reaffirming the need to protect freedom of navigation, international law, and safety at sea.

The National African Peer Review Mechanism Governing Council (NAPRM-GC) has called for a formalised partnership with the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) to enhance collaboration in…

The Vatican has updated its financial supervisory body, ASIF, by abolishing the Governing Council and the President's role, replacing them with a director appointed directly by the Pope for five years, and establishing a new group of consultants.

The Chairman of the Governing Council of YABATECH, Prof. Afolabi, has urged the institution's alumni worldwide to support its ongoing transformation into a university. Alumni backing is deemed crucial for this upgrade.

A major resort development in Costa Rica's Golfo de Papagayo tourism zone is facing a new conflict with the country's forest law, drawing formal opposition from the University of Costa Rica's governing council.

Anambra State Governor Professor Chukwuma Soludo has inaugurated the eighth governing council of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU), appointing Professor Peter Onwualu as Pro-Chancellor and chairman.

Ghana Water Ltd. (GWL) has inaugurated the G-Water Bottling board to boost commercial growth and a Governing Council for the Water Institute. Concurrently, GWL addressed the Weija floods, attributing them to people building on river buffers.

Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to chair the 11th NITI Aayog Governing Council meeting, which will focus on "Inclusive Human Development for Viksit Bharat @2047." Chief ministers and various officials are expected to attend and discuss strategies for foundational human capital, employment, and health.

The European Central Bank (ECB) has issued a warning regarding expensive oil and gas, with Governing Council member Jannis Stournaras suggesting only cautious monetary policy tightening in the eurozone, even if inflation exceeds targets.

The 32nd session of the Governing Council of the International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) opened in Cape Town, bringing together representatives from 69 member states.

The Governing Council of the Federal College of Education (Technical), Umunze, has officially approved the appointment of Dr. Ejezie Virginia Nonye as its new provost.

European Central Bank (ECB) Governing Council member Yannis Stournaras has voiced concerns about the possibility of a recession, according to reports from Phileleftheros.

The Governing Council of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is initiating 'Operation Secure Our Borders' (SECOBOR), a public-private partnership aimed at mobilizing resources to modernize and secure Ghana's borders.

The Governing Council of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) in Tarkwa has announced the appointment of Professor Bernard Kumi-Boateng as the new Vice Chancellor, effective August 1, 2026.

Yannis Stournaras, a member of the European Central Bank's Governing Council, indicated that a stricter monetary policy could be expected if energy prices continue to rise persistently.

Two members of the Bank of Canada's rate-setting Governing Council are set to leave their positions. The council also agreed that the Iran war should not overshadow other existing risks.

Madrid has reached an agreement to provide 8.959 million euros in new funding for universities, described as a 'breather' despite lacking a technical framework and not yet passing through the Governing Council.

The Federal Government has appointed Adejare Bello, a former Osun Speaker, as the new OAU pro-chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-appoints-new-oau-pro-chancellor/

The Governing Council of the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) has formally ended the engagement of Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa as Vice-Chancellor, appointing an acting replacement.

Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa, the Chairman of the Governing Council of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), has resigned from his position.