Imo begins building of 305 new primary schools to lift education

Imo State Government has commenced the building of new primary schools in each of the 305 electoral wards in the state, as well as the construction of Laboratories and Libraries in all the secondary schools in the state. Governor Hope Uzodimma, who disclosed this at the Diamond Jubilee Celebration of Alvan Ikoku Federal College of […]

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“No more N10m”: Australia closes door Nigerians exploit for cheaper studies

Nigerian students and other international students will have to devise a new way to make their studies cheaper in Australia The loophole exploited by students to remain in the country through cheaper studies is now closed. Also the government is also set to increase the savings international students need to obtain a student visa. Elom […]

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Over 66,000 jostle for admission into Kwara secondary schools

National Common Entrance Examination No fewer than 66,055 Primary six pupils sat for the Common Entrance (Placement) Examination into Junior Secondary School classes in Kwara State. The schools will open for the 2023/2024 in September this year. According to a statement by the Press Secretary, the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, Peter Amogbonjaye, […]

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JAMB stops universities, polytechnics from selling part-time, distance learning forms

In order to streamline the admission process into the nation’s tertiary institutions and reduce irregularities, the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has ordered higher institutions in Nigeria, including universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, to stop selling part-time, distance learning, and other alternative admission forms. In a tweet on Thursday, JAMB stated that all […]

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Teachers’ recruitment to be based on coming education summit’s recommendations – Osun

Osun State Ministry of Education has said that no teachers’ recruitment is happening now and that the forthcoming Education Summit will give a direction on it. This was contained in a statement signed by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mr Murtala Jimoh and made available to newsmen in Osogbo. The Ministry through the statement […]

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New university curriculum begins September 2023 – NUC

The National Universities Commission (NUC) says the implementation of the Core Curriculum Minimum Academic Standards CCMAS (CCMAS) will begin by September 2023. The CCMAS document is expected to guide institutions in the design of curricula for their programmes while bringing necessary innovation into the content and delivery of their programmes towards achieving the overall goals […]

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Why we’re upgrading HND holders to Bsc – NBTE

Executive Secretary, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Prof. Idris Bugaje The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) says its Higher National Diploma (HND) to a bachelor’s degree Top Up programme, was designed to facilitate career and academic progression of HND holders. The Executive Secretary of the Board, Prof. Idris Bugaje, stated this in an […]

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How rising unemployment, others worsen school dropout rate

With the majority of Nigerian graduates unable to secure jobs after their schooling, many are having second thoughts about acquiring tertiary education. These groups of students believe the time spent in school is a waste if, after graduating, they still have to resort to learning handwork or vocational skills to survive. Adelowo Adebumiti examines the […]

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Suspended OSPOLY Rector alleges denial of fair hearing

Osun State Givernor Ademola Adeleke tatsuspended Rector of Osun State Polythenic Iree, OSPOLY, Dr Tajudeen Odetayo has alleged that he was refused fair hearing by the panel that investigated allegations against him. The investigation panel was set up by the state government to investigate the allegations leveled against Odetayo. Findings revealed that up till the […]

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UNICAL sexual harassment saga: Dean to refund illegal monies extorted from law students – VC

The management of the University of Calabar has directed the former Dean of the Faculty of Law, Prof.Cyril Ndifon to refund all illegal monies extorted from students under various sub-heads. The Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Florence Obi, disclosed this yesterday while addressing Newsmen in her chambers on issues surrounding the alleged sexual harassment, […]

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