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Education · The Punch ·Wild sign-out: When graduation parties turn dangerous
The report focuses on graduation sign-out celebrations and how some of these events can become risky for participants and the public. It highlights concerns around student behaviour during post-graduation parties and the dangers linked to poorly controlled festivities.
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Education · The Punch ·
Inside Lagos communities where poverty steals children’s futures
The report focuses on Lagos communities where poverty is shaping the lives of children and limiting their opportunities. It points to difficult living conditions and the ways economic hardship is affecting young people’s development, education and future prospects across vulnerable areas of the state.
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Education · The Punch ·
UNIZIK probes viral sexual misconduct allegation against lecturer
Nnamdi Azikiwe University is investigating a sexual misconduct allegation involving a lecturer after the claim gained widespread attention online. The development indicates the institution has begun a formal response to the matter as scrutiny grows around the viral accusation.
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Education · Premium Times ·Medical academics issue 21-day ultimatum to FG over outstanding demands
Medical academics have given the Federal Government a 21-day ultimatum over unresolved demands, signalling growing tension between both sides. The move indicates that pending issues remain unsettled and may require urgent government engagement to prevent further disruption within the medical academic sector.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·ASUU approves strike in 20 varsities over breached 2025 agreement
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has approved strike action in 20 universities over an alleged breach of the 2025 agreement, signalling a new dispute within Nigeria’s public university system and raising concerns about possible disruptions to academic activities.
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Education · Premium Times ·APC condemns suspension of lecturer who claimed tricyclists earn more than professors
The APC has criticised the suspension of a lecturer who reportedly said tricycle operators earn more than university professors. The development centres on reactions to the disciplinary action against the lecturer and highlights a dispute involving academic welfare and public commentary.
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Education · Premium Times ·
APC condemns suspension of lecturer who claimed tricyclists earn more than professors
The All Progressives Congress has criticised the suspension of a lecturer who reportedly said tricycle operators earn more than professors, placing a political spotlight on a disciplinary action linked to comments about academic salaries and income comparisons in Nigeria’s education sector.
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Education · BusinessDay ·2026 CB-WASSCE: Foundation threatens legal action against WAEC
A foundation has threatened legal action against the West African Examinations Council over issues related to the 2026 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination. The dispute suggests concerns over the planning, implementation or impact of the exam format ahead of its scheduled rollout.
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Education · Vanguard ·
How to apply: UK opens 2026 Commonwealth Fellowships for Nigerians
The report says the United Kingdom has opened applications for the 2026 Commonwealth Fellowships, with Nigerians among those eligible. It focuses on application guidance, indicating key details for prospective candidates seeking to apply for the fellowship programme.
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Education · The Punch ·
No child should be denied quality education, says UBEC
The Universal Basic Education Commission said every child should have access to quality education, highlighting the importance of inclusive learning and equal opportunities for children across Nigeria’s basic education system.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Jigawa govt adopts 10-year education plan to improve learning outcomes
Jigawa State Government has adopted a 10-year education plan aimed at improving learning outcomes across the state. The move signals a long-term policy approach to strengthening the education sector and addressing challenges affecting teaching and student performance.
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Education · Premium Times ·Ex-Cambridge professor accused of plagiarism found dead
An ex-Cambridge professor who had faced accusations of plagiarism has been found dead, marking a new development in a case linked to alleged academic misconduct. The headline does not indicate the circumstances of the death or any official response.
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Education · ThisDay ·Understand Yourself, Make Wise Career Choices, LASUED Don Urges Youth
A Lagos State University of Education academic has advised young people to develop self-understanding before choosing careers, stressing the importance of informed decisions about their future paths. The guidance centres on aligning personal strengths and interests with career choices.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Melaye: I raised funds for my education through Goat Breeding
Melaye says he financed his education by engaging in goat breeding, highlighting livestock farming as the means through which he generated money for his schooling. The report centres on his personal account of how he supported his educational journey.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Tax the rich to save the poor, ASUU urges FG
ASUU has urged the Federal Government to adopt policies that place a greater tax burden on wealthy individuals in order to support poorer Nigerians. The call highlights concerns over inequality and suggests taxation as a tool for easing hardship among vulnerable citizens.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Acquire Skills Beyond Degrees, Don Urges Students
A university lecturer has advised students to develop practical skills alongside their academic qualifications, highlighting the importance of abilities beyond formal degrees. The message centres on preparing students for broader opportunities and challenges in education and the wider job market.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Nigeria, Qatar National Libraries Partner On Knowledge Advancement
Nigeria and Qatar’s national libraries have entered a partnership focused on advancing knowledge. The collaboration suggests efforts to strengthen library cooperation, information exchange, and access to learning resources between both countries, based on the headline.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·No child’s circumstances should hinder access to quality education — UBEC boss
The head of the Universal Basic Education Commission said every child should have access to quality education regardless of their background or personal circumstances. The statement highlights a focus on removing barriers that prevent children from benefiting fully from basic education in Nigeria.
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Education · Premium Times ·WASSCE 2026: Education group threatens to sue WAEC, gives 14-day ultimatum
An education group has threatened legal action against the West African Examinations Council over issues linked to WASSCE 2026, giving the examination body a 14-day ultimatum to respond or address its concerns.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·International student loans: How Nigerian students can finance master’s degrees abroad
The report focuses on international student loan options available to Nigerian students seeking to fund master’s degrees abroad, outlining how such financing can support tuition and related study costs for those planning postgraduate education outside the country.
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