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Education · Vanguard ·Fire guts hostel at St Louis College, Jos
A hostel at St Louis College in Jos was destroyed by fire, according to a Vanguard report. The incident affected student accommodation at the school, though the headline did not indicate any casualties, the cause of the fire, or the full extent of the damage.
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Education · The Punch ·AskProf Pushes Learning-Focused AI for Students
AskProf is promoting an artificial intelligence tool designed to support students with learning-focused features, highlighting its use in education rather than general-purpose assistance and positioning it as a study aid for academic work.
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Education · PM News ·WAEC speaks on credibility of 2026 WASSCE results
WAEC addresses public attention over the credibility of the 2026 WASSCE results, indicating that the examination body has responded to concerns or questions surrounding the integrity and reliability of the outcome.
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Education · Vanguard ·Unpaid Arrears: TSU ASUU issues 14-day strike notice to Taraba Govt
The Academic Staff Union of Universities at Taraba State University has issued a 14-day strike notice to the Taraba State Government over unpaid arrears, signaling a labour dispute that could disrupt academic activities if the matter is not resolved within the notice period.
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Education · Daily Post ·Taraba University ASUU issues 14-day ultimatum, warns of industrial action
The Academic Staff Union of Universities at Taraba State University has issued a 14-day ultimatum and warned that industrial action may follow if its concerns are not addressed. The development signals rising labour tension at the institution and the possibility of academic disruption.
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NLNG, NCDMB unveil research centre for Rivers varsity
NLNG and the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board have unveiled a research centre for a university in Rivers State, signalling a new institutional facility linked to research development and higher education in the state.
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Education · Vanguard ·FG moves to make agriculture 80% practical in polytechnics, colleges
The Federal Government is moving to restructure agriculture programmes in polytechnics and colleges so that practical training makes up 80 per cent of learning. The step points to a stronger emphasis on hands-on skills and applied agricultural education in tertiary institutions.
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Education · Vanguard ·
ASUU GSU threatens indefinite strike over unpaid allowances, wage arrears
The Academic Staff Union of Universities at Gombe State University has threatened to begin an indefinite strike over unpaid allowances and wage arrears. The development points to a labour dispute between the union and authorities over outstanding staff payments and welfare issues.
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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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