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Education · Leadership News ·House Intervenes In NOUN Law Graduates’ Nigerian Law School Admission Dispute
The House of Representatives has intervened in a dispute concerning the admission of graduates of the National Open University of Nigeria’s law programme into the Nigerian Law School. The intervention signals legislative attention to the graduates’ eligibility and the institutional issues surrounding their progression to professional legal training.
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Education · Leadership News ·
13-Year-Old With 168 IQ Admitted Into NYU Master’s Programme
A 13-year-old student with an exceptionally high IQ score of 168 has reportedly been admitted to a master’s programme at New York University. The admission highlights the student’s advanced academic ability and unusual educational achievement at a notably young age.
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Education · Leadership News ·
TRCN To License 250,000 Non-Professional Teachers
The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) plans to license 250,000 non-professional teachers. The initiative will bring these educators under the council’s regulatory framework, although the headline does not provide further details on the timeline, eligibility requirements, process, or implications of the licensing exercise.
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Education · PM News ·
Kogi varsity 2025 best graduating student bags international scholarship
The 2025 best graduating student of a university in Kogi State has received an international scholarship. The headline does not specify the student’s name, the institution involved, the scholarship provider, the destination, or the programme of study.
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Education · The Punch ·Alaafin urges government to prioritise education funding
The Alaafin has called on the government to make education funding a priority. The appeal highlights the importance of stronger financial support for the education sector, though the headline does not provide details about the specific measures proposed or the government’s response.
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Education · Vanguard ·Lagos youths trained to spot fake news, manipulated content
Lagos youths have undergone training to help them identify fake news and manipulated content. The initiative focuses on improving participants’ ability to recognise misleading information, supporting more informed engagement with news and digital media.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Stakeholders Push For Revival Of Declining Nigeria’s Reading Culture
Stakeholders are calling for renewed efforts to reverse the decline in Nigeria’s reading culture. The push highlights concerns about reduced reading habits and the need for coordinated action to encourage greater engagement with books and other reading materials across the country.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Kaduna Varsity ASUU Suspends Strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities chapter at a Kaduna-based university has suspended its strike action. The development indicates that academic staff have paused the industrial action, although the headline does not provide details on the reasons for the suspension, its duration, or any agreements reached.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Police Beef Security as Schools Resume in Ogun
Police have increased security measures in Ogun State as schools reopen and students return for a new academic period. The move is intended to strengthen safety around educational institutions during resumption, although the headline does not provide details about specific threats, locations, or the measures deployed.
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Education · Daily Post ·Insecurity: Borno govt seeks security guarantees to reopen seven schools
The Borno State Government is seeking security guarantees before reopening seven schools affected by insecurity. The request indicates that authorities want assurances that students, teachers and school facilities can operate safely, though the headline does not specify the schools involved, the nature of the threats or a proposed reopening date.
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Education · Premium Times ·IBBU student reportedly killed by stray bullet during military operation in Niger
A student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University in Niger State was reportedly killed by a stray bullet during a military operation. The circumstances of the incident, including the location, the operation’s purpose and any official response, were not provided in the headline.
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Education · Channels TV ·
Oriire Abduction: Witness Confirms Identity of Two Slain Teachers, Says Other Victims Recovered Their Bodies
A witness has confirmed the identities of two teachers killed in the Oriire abduction incident. The witness reportedly said other victims recovered the bodies, providing identification amid the ongoing account of the abduction and its consequences. The headline does not provide further details about the victims or the circumstances of their deaths.
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Education · PM News ·
Nasarawa authorities move to ban school-age children from mines
Authorities in Nasarawa State are taking steps to prohibit school-age children from working in mining sites. The proposed measure focuses on keeping children away from mining activities, though the headline does not specify the implementation process, affected locations, enforcement arrangements or any official timeline for the ban.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Sanwo-Olu commends outgoing LASU VC, highlights major milestones
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commended the outgoing Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University for the institution’s achievements during the tenure. He also highlighted major milestones recorded under the vice-chancellor’s leadership, though the headline does not specify the individual achievements or details of the transition.
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Education · The Punch ·
EXPLAINER: All you need to know about underage admission – JAMB
JAMB has issued an explainer on underage admission, outlining the key information and considerations surrounding the enrolment of applicants below the recognised admission age. The guidance is intended to clarify the examination body’s position and help candidates, parents and institutions understand the requirements involved.
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Education · The Punch ·
Safeguard national interests, Navy chief urges passing-out cadets
The Navy chief has urged cadets graduating from their training to prioritise and protect Nigeria’s national interests as they begin their professional careers. The call emphasises discipline, responsibility and commitment to national service, while marking the cadets’ transition into the Nigerian Navy.
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Education · The Punch ·
EKSU appoints new registrar
Ekiti State University (EKSU) has appointed a new registrar, according to The Punch. The headline does not provide the appointee’s name, previous role, appointment date, or details about the circumstances surrounding the change in the university’s administrative leadership.
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Education · The Punch ·
13-year-old with 168 IQ to pursue master’s in New York
A 13-year-old student with an exceptionally high IQ score of 168 is set to pursue a master’s degree in New York. The report highlights the child’s academic achievement and plans for advanced study abroad, though it provides no further details about the field of study or institution involved.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Education is not a scam, Senator tells Nigerian students
A Nigerian senator has urged students to value education, rejecting the notion that pursuing academic qualifications is pointless or deceptive. The senator’s message reinforces education as a worthwhile path for young Nigerians, although the headline does not provide further details about the remarks, setting or specific audience.
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Education · Daily Post ·400-level IBBU student reportedly killed by stray bullet during military operation
A 400-level student of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University was reportedly killed after being struck by a stray bullet during a military operation. The incident involves a fatality linked to the operation, but the headline does not provide details about the student’s identity, the circumstances, or any official response.
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