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Education · Vanguard ·HURIWA kicks against proposed concession of King’s College
Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has opposed the proposed concession of King’s College, a development that would involve transferring aspects of the institution’s management or operations to a private entity. The group’s position places the planned concession under public scrutiny, although the headline provides no further details about the proposal or its terms.
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Education · The Punch ·Group trains youths to spot, counter misinformation
A group has trained young people to identify and respond to misinformation. The initiative focuses on improving youths’ ability to recognise potentially false or misleading information and take steps to counter its spread. Further details about the organisation, location, methods and outcomes are not provided in the headline.
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Oyo school abduction: Suspects plead not guilty to amended charges
Suspects facing prosecution over an alleged school abduction in Oyo State have pleaded not guilty to amended charges, meaning the case will proceed for further legal consideration.
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Education · Premium Times ·Oyo school kidnap survivor testifies on terrorists’ invasion as suspects’ trial begins
A survivor of the kidnapping at a school in Oyo State has testified about the terrorists’ invasion as proceedings began in the trial of suspects linked to the incident. The testimony marks an early development in the legal process concerning the alleged attack and abduction.
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Education · Premium Times ·NDA Admission: Group cautions against making recruitment religious contest
A group has urged stakeholders to avoid turning admission into the Nigerian Defence Academy into a religious contest. The caution comes amid concerns that recruitment and selection discussions could be framed along religious lines, rather than focusing on fair, transparent and merit-based processes.
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Education · BellaNaija ·LEAD Camp 2026 Brings Together 360 Girls Through Junior Achievement Nigeria, Cummins Partnership
The 2026 LEAD Camp has brought together 360 girls through a partnership between Junior Achievement Nigeria and Cummins. The initiative appears focused on connecting participants through an organised camp programme, though the headline does not provide further details about its activities, location or outcomes.
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Education · Leadership News ·JAMB Clarifies Meaning Of ‘Not Admitted’, ‘Admission In Progress’
JAMB has explained what the admission-status messages “Not Admitted” and “Admission in Progress” mean for candidates checking their placement outcomes. The clarification is intended to help applicants understand the status of their admission consideration and distinguish between an unsuccessful outcome and an application still undergoing processing.
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Education · Leadership News ·
ASUU Urges Uzodimma To Intervene In IMSU Lecturers’ Strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has called on Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma to intervene in the ongoing strike by lecturers at Imo State University. The union’s appeal indicates concern over the dispute and seeks the governor’s involvement in efforts to address the industrial action.
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Education · Premium Times ·King’s College: Glory, decay and battle over the future
Premium Times examines the contrasting history of King’s College, highlighting its past glory, signs of decline, and an ongoing dispute over how the institution should be managed and shaped in the future. The report focuses on the challenges surrounding the school’s legacy, condition, and direction.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
UNIPORT ASUU declares indefinite strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities chapter at the University of Port Harcourt has declared an indefinite strike. The action is expected to disrupt academic activities at the institution, although the headline does not specify the reasons for the decision, when the strike will begin, or the demands involved.
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Education · Premium Times ·VIDEO: Rivers students cross dangerous floodwater on makeshift planks to reach classroom
Students in Rivers State are reportedly crossing dangerous floodwater on makeshift wooden planks to reach their classroom. The situation highlights the difficulties the learners face in accessing education amid flooding, although the headline does not provide details about the school’s location, the number of students affected or any reported injuries.
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Education · Daily Post ·Taraba govt clarifies report linking rector’s suspension to TETFund intervention funds
The Taraba State Government has issued a clarification concerning reports that the suspension of a rector was connected to intervention funds provided by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund. The clarification addresses the reported link between the disciplinary action and the management or use of TETFund resources.
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Education · PM News ·
ASUU Strike!: Total shut down declared at UNIPORT
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has declared a total shutdown at the University of Port Harcourt, indicating that academic and related university activities may be halted. The headline does not provide details on the strike’s duration, reasons beyond the ASUU action, or its specific impact on students and staff.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
Canada raises study permit, visitor visa processing times for Nigerians
Canada has increased the estimated processing times for study permit and visitor visa applications submitted by Nigerians. The change means applicants may face longer waits for decisions on travel and education-related applications, potentially affecting plans that depend on timely visa approvals.
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Education · Vanguard ·ASUU urges Uzodimma to intervene in IMSU strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called on Imo State Governor Hope Uzodimma to intervene in the ongoing strike at Imo State University (IMSU). The union’s appeal indicates that it expects the governor’s involvement to help address the issues behind the industrial action and support a resolution.
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Education · The Punch ·
UNIPORT ASUU declares indefinite strike over incomplete salaries, allowances
The University of Port Harcourt chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities has declared an indefinite strike, citing incomplete payment of salaries and allowances. The action is expected to affect academic activities at the institution, although the headline does not specify the outstanding amounts, duration of non-payment or further demands.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·PAAU approves resit examination for final year, spill-over students
The Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) has approved a resit examination for final-year and spill-over students. The decision provides eligible students in those categories an opportunity to retake examinations, although the headline does not specify the examination dates, eligibility details, procedures or reasons for the approval.
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Education · Daily Post ·ASUU declares indefinite strike in UNIPORT
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared an indefinite strike at the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT). The action is expected to affect academic activities at the institution, although the headline does not specify the reasons for the strike, its start date, or the union’s demands.
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Education · Daily Post ·JAMB explains ‘not admitted,’ ‘admission in progress’ statuses
JAMB has clarified the meanings of the admission statuses “not admitted” and “admission in progress” on its platform. The explanation is intended to help candidates understand whether their admission outcome is final or still being processed, and to interpret the updates correctly during the admissions exercise.
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Education · The Punch ·
JAMB explains ‘not admitted’, ‘admission in progress’ statuses
JAMB has clarified the meanings of the admission portal statuses not admitted and admission in progress. The explanation is intended to help candidates understand how their admission applications are being processed and distinguish between a current non-admission status and an application still undergoing consideration.
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