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Education · The Punch ·FUTO, ABU to represent Nigeria at Enactus World Cup
The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) will represent Nigeria at the Enactus World Cup. Their selection follows their participation in Enactus activities, which support student-led initiatives, and places both institutions among Nigeria’s representatives at the international competition.
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Jigawa boosts digital education with N283m ICT tablets
Jigawa State is strengthening digital education through an investment of N283 million in information and communication technology tablets. The initiative is intended to support technology-enabled learning, although the headline does not specify the number of tablets, beneficiaries, funding details or implementation timeline.
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Lagos school alumni mark 30th anniversary with solar project
Alumni of a Lagos school commemorated the institution’s 30th anniversary by undertaking a solar project. The initiative formed part of the anniversary activities and highlights the former students’ contribution to improving the school’s facilities through renewable energy.
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Ogun warns 120 new headteachers against shunning rural schools
The Ogun State government has cautioned 120 newly appointed headteachers against avoiding postings to rural schools. The warning underscores the expectation that the educators will accept assignments across the state and support the delivery of basic education in underserved communities.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Reimagining Heritage: Research, creative engagement at National Museum of Unity, Ibadan
The Nigerian Tribune reports on efforts to reimagine heritage at the National Museum of Unity in Ibadan, highlighting the roles of research and creative engagement. The headline suggests a focus on how scholarship and artistic or public-facing activities may strengthen understanding, interpretation and appreciation of the museum’s cultural collections and heritage.
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DSS alerts Sokoto as terrorists target tertiary institutions
The Department of State Services has alerted authorities and residents in Sokoto State to a reported terrorist threat targeting tertiary institutions. The warning indicates that security agencies are monitoring the situation and raises concerns about the safety of students, staff and facilities at higher education institutions in the state.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Kaduna pastor honours islamic scholar for training 10,000 almajiris
A pastor in Kaduna has honoured an Islamic scholar for training 10,000 almajiris, highlighting the scholar’s contribution to the education and development of children receiving Islamic instruction. The recognition reflects cooperation between religious figures over efforts focused on supporting almajiri education in the state.
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Education · The Punch ·
UBEC gives states Nov. 15 deadline for HOPE-EDU readiness
The Universal Basic Education Commission has given state governments until November 15 to demonstrate readiness for the HOPE-EDU programme. The directive signals a deadline for states to complete the preparations required to participate in or implement the education initiative.
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Gombe approves N183.6m for BECE, entrance exams
The Gombe State Government has approved N183.6 million to support the conduct of the Basic Education Certificate Examination and entrance examinations. The funding is intended to cover requirements linked to administering the examinations, although the headline does not provide further details about the beneficiaries, timing or specific expenditure.
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800 Kogi students benefit from bursaries in two years – Senator
A senator says 800 students from Kogi State have received bursaries over the past two years. The statement highlights the number of beneficiaries and the period covered, but the headline does not provide further details about the bursary programme, funding, eligibility criteria, or the students’ institutions.
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Kumuyi inaugurates Anchor varsity council, appoints Babalola pro-chancellor
Deeper Life Christian Ministry leader William Kumuyi has inaugurated the governing council of Anchor University and appointed legal scholar Afe Babalola as its pro-chancellor. The development marks the constitution of the university’s council under Kumuyi’s leadership, with Babalola taking a key oversight role.
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Education · The Punch ·
Ogun community seeks secondary school, pedestrian bridge
Residents of a community in Ogun State are calling for the construction of a secondary school and a pedestrian bridge. The requests highlight local needs for improved access to education and safer movement across roads or other transportation routes, although the headline provides no further details about the community or proposed projects.
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Kaduna denies mass lecturer exodus, reopens talks with ASUU
The Kaduna State Government has rejected reports of a mass departure of lecturers, while reopening discussions with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). The development indicates renewed engagement between the state and the union as authorities address concerns affecting lecturers and university operations.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·LMUIT assesses rural Islamiyyah teachers’ performance
LMUIT has conducted an assessment of the performance of teachers working in rural Islamiyyah schools. The exercise focuses on evaluating their effectiveness, though the headline does not specify the assessment criteria, findings, locations, or any follow-up measures resulting from the review.
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Education · Premium Times ·Federal govt to inaugurate 1,600-capacity hostel in Akwa Ibom varsity
The Federal Government is set to inaugurate a hostel with capacity for 1,600 students at a university in Akwa Ibom State. The development is expected to expand accommodation facilities at the institution, although the headline does not specify the university, inauguration date, project cost or other details.
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Education · BusinessDay ·UN asks FG to improve safety of schoolchildren, farmers as funding shrinks
The United Nations has urged the Federal Government to strengthen measures protecting schoolchildren and farmers, amid concerns that available funding for safety and related interventions is declining. The appeal highlights the need to sustain protection for vulnerable groups despite financial constraints.
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Education · Leadership News ·Bauchi Governor Orders Probe Into Staff Frictions, Finances At ATAP, ASCOEA
Bauchi State Governor has ordered an investigation into reported staff frictions and financial matters at Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic and the Aminu Saleh College of Education, Azare. The directive is intended to examine concerns affecting both institutions and establish relevant facts.
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ASUU President commends UNIOSUN VC as Olorode calls for stronger university funding
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) president has commended the vice-chancellor of Osun State University (UNIOSUN), while Olorode called for increased funding for universities. The headline indicates that the remarks focused on recognising university leadership and strengthening financial support for higher education.
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Education · The Punch ·
We don’t know if they’re alive, Borno parent laments schoolchildren’s captivity
A parent in Borno State has expressed anguish and uncertainty over the fate of schoolchildren being held captive. The parent said families do not know whether the children are still alive, highlighting the distress surrounding their continued absence and captivity.
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Education · Vanguard ·‘I will be fired’ – Academic who accused Jason Arday of plagiarism suspended by university
A university has suspended an academic who accused Jason Arday of plagiarism. The academic reportedly said they feared being fired, but the headline does not provide details about the allegations, the university’s identity, the reason for the suspension, or any response from Arday or the institution.
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