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Education · BusinessDay ·21 states forfeit N97.5bn education fund despite out-of-school crisis
A BusinessDay report says 21 Nigerian states have forfeited N97.5 billion in education funding, even as the country continues to face a significant out-of-school children crisis. The headline points to a gap between available education support and state-level access or utilisation of the fund.
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Education · PM News ·“I’m fulfilled”, VC Adebooye declares as UNIOSUN inducts pioneer doctors, surgeons
UNIOSUN has inducted its first set of medical doctors and surgeons, marking a milestone for the institution. Vice-Chancellor Adebooye said he felt fulfilled as the university reached the stage of producing pioneer graduates in medicine and surgery.
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Education · PM News ·
“I’m ready to go”, VC Adebooye declares as UNIOSUN inducts pioneer doctors, surgeons
At Osun State University, Vice-Chancellor Clement Adebooye said he was ready to leave office as the institution inducted its pioneer set of doctors and surgeons. The development highlights a milestone for the university’s medical training programme and a key moment in its academic leadership transition.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Iconic Open University Announces Establishment of Research Centres, Calls for Recruitment of Researchers
Iconic Open University has announced plans to establish research centres and is calling for the recruitment of researchers. The development signals an expansion of the institution’s research capacity and academic activities, with a focus on strengthening its role in knowledge production and scholarly work.
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Education · Premium Times ·I’m being pressured by incessant demands – Baze University Vice-Chancellor
The Vice-Chancellor of Baze University says he is facing sustained pressure from repeated demands, highlighting the strain of expectations linked to his position and the institution’s leadership. The report focuses on his account of the challenges created by these persistent requests.
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Education · Daily Post ·Lecturer suspended for claiming Keke riders earn more than professors in ABSU
A lecturer at Abia State University, ABSU, has been suspended after reportedly making a claim that commercial tricycle riders, popularly known as Keke riders, earn more than professors. The development centres on disciplinary action taken by the university over the remark.
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Education · BusinessDay ·
UniAbuja launches Africa’s first enterprise university initiative to check unemployment
The University of Abuja has launched what is described as Africa’s first enterprise university initiative, aimed at addressing unemployment. The move signals a focus on equipping students with enterprise-oriented skills and creating a model intended to improve job readiness and support self-employment opportunities.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Nairametrics launches wealth academy
Nairametrics has introduced a new platform called Wealth Academy, signalling an expansion into structured learning around wealth-related subjects. The development points to a fresh educational offering from the financial media brand, though the headline provides no further details on its programmes, target audience or launch timeline.
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Education · The Punch ·Certificates not enough, youths need job opportunities — PIND
PIND says academic certificates alone are not sufficient for young people, stressing the need for access to employment opportunities. The position highlights concerns about youth development and the gap between educational attainment and available jobs in Nigeria.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·FUTO VC vows to sustain growth, development of institution
The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, has pledged to maintain the institution’s progress by sustaining efforts aimed at its growth and overall development. The focus is on continuity in advancing the university’s academic and institutional objectives.
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Education · ThisDay ·
UTME Top Scorer Credits Prep50 For Success
The top scorer in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination attributed his strong performance to Prep50, indicating that the preparation platform played a key role in his exam success and overall readiness for the test.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Jigawa Sponsors 150 Instructors For Specialised Technical, Vocational Training In China
Jigawa State has sponsored 150 instructors to China for specialised technical and vocational training, indicating an effort to build teaching capacity in skills-based education. The programme centres on overseas training for instructors in areas linked to technical and vocational development.
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Education · Vanguard ·Accounts opening: NDPC probes Lotus Bank, UNILAG over unlawful use of students data
The Nigeria Data Protection Commission is investigating Lotus Bank and the University of Lagos over the alleged unlawful use of students’ personal data in connection with account opening. The probe centres on possible breaches of data protection rules involving student information.
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Education · Leadership News ·
NYSC DG Tasks Corps Members On Skills Acquisition
The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps urged corps members to focus on acquiring practical skills, signalling the importance of self-development and empowerment during national service. The headline suggests an emphasis on preparing participants for wider opportunities beyond the scheme.
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Education · The Punch ·
Eight Redeemer varsity students pass ICAN exams
Eight students of Redeemer’s University have passed the ICAN examinations, marking an academic milestone for the institution and highlighting the students’ progress in professional accounting certification.
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Education · Vanguard ·FUPRE reopens admission window for candidates who missed first post UTME
The Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, has reopened its admission window for candidates who missed the first post-UTME exercise, giving affected applicants another opportunity to complete the screening process within a new application period.
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Education · Leadership News ·
CSOs Seek Integration Of Reproductive Health Education In Bauchi Schools
Civil society organisations are calling for reproductive health education to be integrated into schools in Bauchi State. The push centres on adding structured health-related learning within the education system, with the focus on students and school-based instruction.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Oyo govt vows to prosecute examination malpractice culprits
The Oyo State Government has said it will take legal action against individuals involved in examination malpractice, signalling a tougher stance on misconduct in the education system. The move indicates efforts by the state to deter cheating and uphold the integrity of public examinations.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Empty pockets, podiums: Who will teach ‘Nigeria’s future’?
The headline points to concerns in Nigeria’s education sector, focusing on teachers, poor pay and the challenge of sustaining classroom teaching for the country’s next generation. It suggests attention on who will remain available to educate students amid financial strain.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Stakeholders set agenda for new JAMB registrar, Segun Aina
Stakeholders are outlining priorities and expectations for Segun Aina as the new registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, focusing attention on the direction of the examination body and the issues likely to shape his tenure.
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