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Education · Premium Times ·Jigawa govt approves N13.8bn agric, education projects
The Jigawa State Government has approved projects worth N13.8 billion in the agriculture and education sectors. The approval indicates planned public spending to support initiatives across both areas, although the headline does not specify the individual projects, their locations, implementation timelines or funding breakdown.
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Education · Daily Trust ·Kaduna: Basic Education Is A Right Not A Privilege—Uba Sani
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has stated that access to basic education should be treated as a fundamental right rather than a privilege. The headline indicates a focus on the importance of ensuring educational access in Kaduna, without providing further details about the context, policies or initiatives involved.
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Education · BusinessDay ·HOPE‑EDU: FG boosts capacity of south-west, north-central SUBEB directors, others
The Federal Government has strengthened the capabilities of State Universal Basic Education Board directors and other education officials from Nigeria’s South-West and North-Central regions under the HOPE-EDU initiative. The programme focuses on improving participants’ capacity to support basic education administration and delivery in their respective states.
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Education · Leadership News ·
UniAbuja Extends Post-UTME Registration Deadline To September 2
The University of Abuja has extended the deadline for candidates to complete registration for its Post-UTME screening exercise to September 2. The revised date gives prospective students additional time to submit their applications and complete the required registration process before the university closes the portal.
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Education · Vanguard ·ASUU: State varsities in Plateau, Edo, Ondo, others begin strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) says state-owned universities in Plateau, Edo, Ondo and other states have commenced industrial action. The headline indicates that the strike affects multiple state universities, but it does not specify the reasons, start date, participating institutions or expected duration.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Sponsoring Nigerian students on BEA scholarships waste of public funds — Alausa
Nigeria’s Education Minister, Tunji Alausa, has described the government’s sponsorship of Nigerian students through Bilateral Education Agreement scholarships as an inefficient use of public funds. His position signals a possible review of the scholarship arrangement and how public resources are allocated to support students studying abroad.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·UNICEF, partners launch gender-transformative parenting programme in Ekiti
UNICEF and its partners have launched a gender-transformative parenting programme in Ekiti State. The initiative is expected to promote parenting approaches that address gender norms and support more equitable treatment and development for children, although the headline does not provide further details about its participants, scope or implementation.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Never Travel At Night, NYSC Tells Corps Members Posted To Benue
The National Youth Service Corps has advised corps members posted to Benue State to avoid travelling at night. The guidance, directed at participants preparing for or beginning their service in the state, highlights the need for caution when making journeys after dark.
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Education · BusinessDay ·Kaduna launches new session enrolment drive to address out-of-school challenge
Kaduna State has begun a new enrolment campaign for the upcoming school session, focusing on bringing more children into formal education. The initiative is aimed at addressing the state’s out-of-school challenge by encouraging increased registration and participation in schools.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Cross River Trains 4,500 Youths in Diverse Skills
The Cross River State government has trained 4,500 young people in a range of vocational and practical skills. The initiative is focused on expanding youth capacity and potentially improving access to employment or self-employment opportunities across the state, although the headline does not specify the particular skills or programme details.
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Education · BusinessDay ·FG to end wasteful foreign scholarships, unveils N365m prize for tertiary research
The Federal Government plans to discontinue foreign scholarship programmes it considers wasteful and has announced a N365 million prize initiative to support and recognise research in tertiary institutions. The move signals a shift toward prioritising domestic academic research and more targeted use of education funding.
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Education · Premium Times ·In Kaduna, basic education is a right, not a privilege – Uba Sani
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has described basic education as a fundamental right rather than a privilege. The statement highlights his administration’s position on ensuring access to basic schooling in Kaduna, though the headline does not provide further details about the policies, programmes or circumstances surrounding the declaration.
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Education · The Punch ·FG to review foreign scholarships, focus on Nigerian schools — Minister
The Federal Government plans to review its foreign scholarship programmes and place greater emphasis on strengthening educational opportunities and institutions within Nigeria, according to the minister. The proposed shift indicates a reassessment of how public resources are allocated between overseas study and the development of Nigerian schools.
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Education · Leadership News ·
FG To Review Foreign Scholarships, Prioritise Nigerian Tertiary Institutions — Minister
The Federal Government will review its foreign scholarship programmes and place greater emphasis on Nigerian tertiary institutions, according to the minister. The proposed review signals a shift in scholarship policy, with domestic universities and other higher education institutions likely to receive increased priority in supporting students’ academic opportunities.
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Education · Vanguard ·FG won’t waste funds on ‘worthless’ foreign scholarships, Alausa declares
Education Minister Tunji Alausa says the Federal Government will stop spending public funds on foreign scholarship programmes it considers worthless. His declaration signals a review or tightening of overseas scholarships, though the headline does not provide details about the programmes affected, the criteria for assessment, or the government’s alternative plans.
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Education · Daily Post ·ASUU begins indefinite strike at Plateau State University
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has commenced an indefinite strike at Plateau State University. The action is expected to affect teaching and other academic activities at the institution, although the headline does not specify the reasons for the strike, its immediate impact, or any proposed resolution.
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Education · Daily Post ·FG to impose new electricity tariff on universities, teaching hospitals over renewable energy – Tegbe
The Federal Government plans to introduce a new electricity tariff for universities and teaching hospitals in connection with renewable energy initiatives, according to Tegbe. The proposed measure would affect power costs for these educational and healthcare institutions.
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Education · Leadership News ·
MAAUN: The Best Private University In Kano And The North-West
Leadership News reports that Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) is being presented as the leading private university in Kano State and the wider North-West region. The headline focuses on the institution’s standing among private universities in the area, without providing further details about the basis for the assessment.
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Education · Daily Post ·Kaduna: Basic education a right not privilege – Uba Sani
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani said basic education should be treated as a fundamental right rather than a privilege. His remarks highlight the importance of ensuring access to foundational schooling, though the headline does not provide further details about the context, policies or measures involved.
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Education · Vanguard ·
FG unveils N365m annual prize for Nigeria’s top academic minds
The Federal Government has announced an annual prize worth N365 million to recognise Nigeria’s leading academic minds. The initiative is intended to support or honour outstanding achievements in academia, although the headline does not specify the award’s eligibility criteria, categories, selection process or when the programme will begin.
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