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Education · The Punch ·Aptech targets digital skills gap amid rising demand
Aptech is focusing on the digital skills gap as demand for technology-related capabilities continues to grow. The headline indicates the organisation is positioning its training or services to address rising needs in the digital economy, highlighting skills development as a key area of attention.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Acquiring vocational skills alongside formal education is key
The report highlights the importance of combining vocational training with formal education, indicating that practical skills are essential alongside academic learning. It suggests a focus on equipping students with hands-on abilities that can improve employability and support broader personal and economic development.
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Education · ThisDay ·Nigeria Loses Erudite Law Teacher, as Prof Matthew Okpaluba Passes On
Nigeria has recorded the passing of Professor Matthew Okpaluba, a noted law teacher. The headline indicates a loss to the country’s legal and academic community, marking the death of an educator described as erudite.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Professor Kasunmu, SAN: The Exit of a Quintessential Academic and Advocate
The report focuses on the death and legacy of Professor Kasunmu, SAN, presenting him as a distinguished academic and legal advocate. It highlights his dual influence in scholarship and the legal profession, and frames his passing as the end of a notable career in education and law.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Gov Mbah increases monthly subvention to ESUT, urges ASUU to suspend strike
Governor Peter Mbah has increased the monthly subvention to Enugu State University of Science and Technology and called on the Academic Staff Union of Universities at the institution to suspend its strike, indicating a move by the state government to address funding concerns affecting the university.
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Education · The Punch ·
983 candidates failed law school bar resit, council reveals
The Council disclosed that 983 candidates did not pass the Nigerian Law School bar resit examination, highlighting the latest outcome of the assessment process for affected students. The headline points to a significant number of unsuccessful resit candidates without providing further details on performance trends or implications.
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Education · Premium Times ·Bayelsa: Education fund partners British Council to train 400 teachers
Bayelsa’s education fund has partnered with the British Council on a teacher training initiative expected to reach 400 teachers in the state. The development points to a collaborative effort aimed at strengthening teaching capacity and supporting education delivery.
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Education · Premium Times ·Akwa Ibom varsity finally secures law accreditation months after Eno’s misleading claim
Akwa Ibom State University has now obtained accreditation for its law programme, months after Governor Umo Eno had indicated that approval had already been secured. The development clarifies the institution’s status and places the earlier public claim in a different timeline.
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Education · BusinessDay ·King’s College concession sparks mass protest threat
A proposed concession involving King’s College has triggered strong opposition, with critics threatening a mass protest over the plan. The headline indicates growing tension around the school’s management or ownership arrangement, though further details about the concession and the groups involved are not provided.
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Education · Vanguard ·NANS suspends Ondo protest after govt approves 60% subvention increase
The National Association of Nigerian Students has suspended its planned protest in Ondo State after the government approved a 60 percent increase in subvention, signalling a temporary resolution of the dispute over student-related funding.
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LASU 2026 best graduating student gets N10m cash prize
Lagos State University’s best graduating student for the 2026 set has been awarded a N10 million cash prize, highlighting academic excellence at the institution. The development centres on recognition for outstanding performance during the university’s graduation activities.
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Education · The Punch ·
Kano begins 800-tree planting campaign at college
Kano has launched a tree-planting campaign involving 800 trees at a college, signalling the start of an environmental initiative within an academic setting. The development points to efforts to improve greenery and promote conservation activities on the institution’s campus.
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Education · The Punch ·
FULL LIST: Council names 122 universities approved to offer Law in Nigeria
The Council has released a full list of 122 universities approved to offer Law programmes in Nigeria, identifying the institutions officially recognised for legal education across the country. The report centres on education regulation and accreditation within the university system.
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ASUU threatens strike as 200 lecturers leave Kaduna Varsity
ASUU has threatened industrial action following the departure of about 200 lecturers from Kaduna State University, signalling growing concern over staffing and conditions at the institution. The development points to possible disruption in academic activities if the issues behind the lecturers’ exit are not addressed.
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Education · Vanguard ·200 Kaduna varsity lecturers resign, ASUU showdown looms
A reported resignation of 200 lecturers at a university in Kaduna has raised concerns about staffing and labour relations in the institution. The development also suggests a possible confrontation involving ASUU, pointing to mounting tensions in the education sector.
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Education · Vanguard ·Private universities deserve TETFund support, Baze varsity VC tells FG
The Vice-Chancellor of Baze University has urged the Federal Government to extend TETFund support to private universities, arguing that they also play a role in Nigeria’s higher education system. The report centres on the call for broader access to intervention funding within the education sector.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Peter Obi Donates N10m To Kogi Nursing School Skills Laboratory
Peter Obi donated N10 million to the skills laboratory of a nursing school in Kogi State, supporting training infrastructure for students and staff. The contribution is linked to the school’s practical learning environment and highlights a funding boost for health-related education in the state.
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Education · The Punch ·
Over 200 KASU lecturers resign, ASUU threatens indefinite strike
More than 200 lecturers at KASU have resigned, deepening concerns about staffing and academic stability at the institution. In response, ASUU has threatened an indefinite strike, signalling possible disruption to teaching and other university activities if the situation is not addressed.
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Education · Vanguard ·LASU best graduating student, Oluolamide, wins N10m prize
Lagos State University’s best graduating student, Oluolamide, has received a N10 million prize in recognition of the academic achievement. The development highlights the student’s distinction at the institution and the award attached to emerging as the top graduating performer.
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Education · Leadership News ·PICTORIAL: Peter Obi Lays School Foundation In Kogi
Leadership News reports in pictures that Peter Obi took part in laying the foundation for a school project in Kogi State, highlighting his presence at an education-related event in the state. The headline does not provide further details about the project, location, or participants.
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