Education

The Kogi State Government has announced the death of Professor Olu Akerejola, a respected educationist, community leader, and former Director-General of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF). He was from Ogori in Ogori/Magongo Local…
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A coalition of student groups in Niger State has vowed to proceed with its planned “Occupy Niger” protest if the government fails to meet its demands, despite mediation efforts by the state police command. The coalition, made up of the…
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities has dismissed the Federal Government’s newly introduced Tertiary Institutions Staff Support Loan Scheme, describing it as a “poisoned chalice” and a ploy to further impoverish lecturers. ASUU’s…
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has directed all candidates seeking admission for the 2025 academic session to re-upload their O’level results on its portal. The Board explained that the directive affects candidates who had…
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The National Association of Niger State Students (NANISS) has announced plans to stage a mass protest over what it describes as prolonged neglect of the education sector and the non-payment of scholarships by the state government. In a…
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The Acting Vice-Chancellor of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Prof. Olowo Samuel, has linked a recent killing on the campus to suspected internet fraudsters and intruders who forced their way into the institution. Addressing reporters…
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has warned that it may embark on another strike if the Federal Government continues to ignore agreements and unresolved issues in the university system. Speaking at a press conference on…
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has criticised the Federal Government for approving nine new private universities despite recently announcing a seven-year moratorium on establishing new institutions. In a statement on…
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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) says students will no longer receive upkeep loans during school holidays, as disbursements will now be tied strictly to academic sessions. In a statement on Thursday, the fund’s Director of…
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The Imo State government has stopped schools from organising graduation parties for nursery and Junior Secondary School 3 students, saying the practice puts unnecessary financial pressure on parents. The directive was contained in a…
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