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Education · The Punch ·FG empowers 25 outstanding students across North-East with laptops
The Federal Government has provided laptops to 25 outstanding students from Nigeria’s North-East region. The initiative recognises the students’ academic performance and offers them digital devices intended to support their education and access to learning resources.
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Education · Premium Times ·University of East London confers honorary doctorate on Gov Mbah, celebrates his leadership
The University of East London has awarded Governor Mbah an honorary doctorate, recognising his leadership. The conferment was accompanied by a celebration of his contributions, although the headline does not specify the governor’s state, the basis for the recognition, or details of the university’s event.
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Education · The Punch ·
Katsina, UK begin literacy programme for children
Katsina State and the United Kingdom have launched a literacy programme aimed at improving reading and writing among children. The initiative reflects cooperation between the state and the UK to support foundational education, although the headline does not provide details on its scope, beneficiaries, funding or implementation timeline.
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Education · PM News ·FG makes digital education free for students, targets online safety for under 16s
The Federal Government has announced that digital education will be provided free to students, while also pursuing measures to improve online safety for children under 16. The initiative combines expanded access to digital learning with efforts to protect younger users from potential risks in online environments.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·NTI releases 608 pending degree certificates of 2020 graduates
The National Teachers’ Institute (NTI) has released 608 outstanding degree certificates belonging to graduates from the 2020 academic session. The development addresses the pending issuance of certificates to the affected graduates, although the headline does not provide further details about the reasons for the delay or the collection process.
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Education · ThisDay ·
FG to Give Students 100MB Data Daily from October 1
The Federal Government plans to provide students with 100 megabytes of mobile data each day starting October 1. The initiative is intended to support students’ access to online learning and digital resources, although the headline does not specify which students qualify, how the data will be distributed, or the duration of the programme.
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Education · Channels TV ·
FG To Waive Data Costs For Students On Approved Education Platforms
The Federal Government plans to remove data charges for students accessing approved educational platforms. The initiative is intended to make online learning resources more affordable and accessible, although the headline does not specify which platforms qualify, when the policy will begin, or how the waiver will be implemented.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
FG launches zero-rated education platforms initiative to expand digital learning
The Federal Government has launched an initiative to zero-rate education platforms, aiming to make digital learning resources more accessible and support broader participation in online education. The programme is expected to reduce connectivity-related barriers for learners using approved educational services, although the headline does not provide further details on implementation or coverage.
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Education · Premium Times ·UBA Foundation opens 2026 National Essay Competition, raises winning prizes to N41.5m
UBA Foundation has announced the opening of its 2026 National Essay Competition and increased the total value of prizes for winners to N41.5 million. The initiative is focused on Nigerian students, with further details on eligibility, entry requirements, deadlines and prize distribution expected through the competition’s official announcement.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Nigerian students to get free daily data from October 1 — FG
The Federal Government has announced plans to provide Nigerian students with free daily internet data beginning October 1. The initiative is intended to support students’ access to online educational resources and digital services, although the headline does not specify the data allowance, eligibility requirements, delivery method or duration of the programme.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
FG to Students: You’ll get free 100MB daily data from October 1
The Federal Government says students will receive 100 megabytes of free mobile data each day starting October 1. The announcement outlines a planned support measure for students, but the headline does not provide details on eligibility, duration, participating networks or how the data will be distributed.
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Education · Leadership News ·
FG To Provide Students Nationwide 100MB Free Data Daily From OctZ1
The Federal Government plans to provide students across Nigeria with 100 megabytes of free internet data each day, beginning on October 1. The initiative is intended for students nationwide, although the headline does not specify eligibility requirements, duration, implementation details, or the agency responsible for administering the benefit.
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Education · BusinessDay ·UK awards 68 Nigerians Chevening, Commonwealth scholarships
The United Kingdom has awarded 68 Nigerians Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships. The awards will support the selected Nigerian recipients in pursuing further education under the UK’s internationally recognised scholarship programmes, highlighting continued academic and institutional links between Nigeria and the United Kingdom.
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Education · The Punch ·
FG to give students 100MB free data daily from October 1
The Federal Government plans to provide students with 100 megabytes of free internet data each day from October 1. The measure is intended to support students’ access to online educational resources, although the headline does not specify which students will qualify, how the data will be distributed, or the duration of the programme.
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Education · PM News ·
500 Agege youths graduate from skills boot camp, learn drone piloting, photography
Five hundred youths from Agege have graduated from a skills boot camp where they received training in drone piloting and photography. The programme focused on equipping participants with practical skills, though the headline does not provide further details about its organisers, duration or the graduates’ next steps.
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Education · Daily Post ·NCC launches zero-rated access to educational platforms
The Nigerian Communications Commission has introduced zero-rated access to educational platforms, allowing users to reach designated learning resources without data charges. The initiative is intended to support online education and improve access to digital learning services, although the headline does not specify the platforms covered, eligibility requirements or implementation details.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Rush in Ibadan markets as schools resume, Monday
Markets in Ibadan are experiencing increased activity ahead of schools resuming on Monday. The rush is linked to preparations for the new school term, although the headline does not specify which goods or services are in higher demand.
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Education · Daily Post ·FG to remove data charges for millions of Nigerian students
The Federal Government plans to eliminate data charges for millions of Nigerian students. The measure is expected to improve students’ access to online learning and digital educational resources, although the headline does not specify which students qualify, when the policy will begin, or how it will be implemented.
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Education · Leadership News ·
NOA Denies Overreaching Mandate Over National Learner ID
The National Orientation Agency has rejected claims that it exceeded its official responsibilities in relation to the proposed or existing National Learner Identification initiative. The agency’s denial addresses concerns about its mandate and involvement in the programme, while the headline provides no further details about the disputed actions or the government’s broader implementation plans.
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Education · Vanguard ·FG scraps data charges for students
The Federal Government has announced the removal of data charges for students, indicating that eligible learners will no longer pay for the specified internet services or access covered by the policy. The headline does not provide details on the programme’s scope, implementation timeline, eligibility requirements, or the services affected.
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