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Education · ThisDay ·MTN Foundation Marks 20 Years of MUSON Partnership, Graduates 39 Music Scholars
The MTN Foundation has marked two decades of partnership with the Musical Society of Nigeria, culminating in the graduation of thirty-nine music scholars. This collaboration continues to provide academic training and financial support to young Nigerian musicians, highlighting the foundation's long-term investment in the country's cultural and educational development.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Beyond certificates and skills: Continuing professor Bugaje’s conversation
Professor Idris Bugaje advocates for a paradigm shift in Nigeria's education system, emphasizing the importance of practical skills alongside academic qualifications. The discussion explores how technical and vocational training can address unemployment by aligning graduate capabilities with the specific needs of the contemporary labor market.
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Education · The Punch ·Ogun poly students seek tighter security after colleagues’ abduction
Students at a polytechnic in Ogun State are calling for enhanced security measures following the recent abduction of their colleagues. The students' demand aims to ensure a safer learning environment and prevent future kidnappings within and around the institution's premises, highlighting growing concerns over regional insecurity and student safety.
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Education · The Punch ·
Do menial job to survive abroad, community leader tells students
A community leader has advised Nigerian students pursuing education abroad to engage in manual labor as a means of financial survival. This recommendation aims to help students navigate the economic challenges often encountered while living in foreign countries, ensuring they can support themselves while completing their academic programs overseas.
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Education · The Punch ·
Sex-for-marks: 60 randy lecturers axed in five years
Approximately sixty lecturers in Nigerian higher education institutions have been dismissed over the past five years following allegations of sexual misconduct. These disciplinary actions reflect ongoing efforts to combat academic corruption and harassment within the university system as authorities enforce stricter penalties for staff members involved in sex-for-marks schemes.
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Education · The Punch ·
Rwandan varsity honours Nigerian don
A university in Rwanda has conferred an award of recognition upon a Nigerian academic for their professional contributions. The honor highlights the international reach of Nigerian scholars and serves as a testament to the strengthening of educational ties between Nigeria and other African nations within the continent's academic sphere.
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Education · The Punch ·
Oloyede returns to academia after 10 years at JAMB
Professor Ishaq Oloyede is returning to the academic sector after serving for ten years as the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board. His transition marks the conclusion of a decade-long leadership tenure at the national entrance examination body as he resumes his previous professional career within the Nigerian university system.
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Education · ThisDay ·
‘Protest Over’ (Phrasal Verb) Wrong
The report clarifies the grammatical usage of expressions involving protests. It addresses common errors associated with using certain phrasal verbs in Nigerian English, specifically focusing on why the phrase in question is considered incorrect. The content aims to educate readers on standard linguistic practices and proper sentence structure.
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Education · BusinessDay ·NGO to train 150 Lagos pupils in vocational skills push
A non-governmental organization plans to provide vocational skills training to 150 pupils across Lagos. This initiative aims to equip students with practical technical competencies to enhance their future employment opportunities and foster economic self-reliance through structured skill acquisition programs designed to complement traditional academic learning.
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Education · The Punch ·
Huawei, NCCE partner to expand AI, digital education in Nigeria
Huawei has partnered with the National Commission for Colleges of Education to advance artificial intelligence and digital learning across Nigeria. The initiative aims to enhance the country’s educational framework by integrating modern technologies and digital skills training into the curriculum of teaching institutions to prepare students for the global digital economy.
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Education · Leadership News ·
UNIJOS Records Over 200 Exam Malpractice Cases, Warns Against ChatGPT Use
The University of Jos has reported over 200 instances of examination malpractice among its student population. University management issued a formal warning against the unauthorized use of artificial intelligence tools, specifically ChatGPT, during academic assessments. The institution remains committed to maintaining academic integrity while addressing emerging technological challenges in the Nigerian education sector.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
FUE Zaria Unveils Five-Year Strategic Plan to Drive Institutional Reforms
The Federal University of Education, Zaria, has introduced a five-year strategic plan aimed at implementing significant institutional reforms. This initiative seeks to enhance the school's operational framework and academic standards, providing a roadmap for growth and improved service delivery within the educational sector over the coming years.
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Education · The Punch ·
FG to strengthen Safe Schools Initiative with security agencies
The Federal Government is set to bolster the Safe Schools Initiative through enhanced collaboration with various security agencies across the nation. This move aims to improve the protection of educational institutions and ensure a safer environment for students and teachers by leveraging the expertise and resources of law enforcement.
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Education · ThisDay ·
UNIZIK Appoints Adaoma Igwedibia as Deputy Director of Advancement Board
Nnamdi Azikiwe University has officially appointed Adaoma Igwedibia as the new Deputy Director of the institution's Advancement Board. This administrative appointment aims to strengthen the university's strategic development and resource mobilization efforts. The announcement reflects the institution's commitment to enhancing its operational leadership within the Nigerian tertiary education sector.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Segun Aina Assumes Office As JAMB Registrar
Segun Aina has officially commenced his tenure as the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). This transition marks a new leadership phase for the national examination body responsible for coordinating entrance examinations into tertiary institutions across Nigeria following his recent appointment to the position.
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Education · Leadership News ·
NERDC Extends 2026 Textbook Submission Deadline
The Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council has announced an extension for the submission of textbooks intended for the 2026 academic cycle. This adjustment provides publishers and authors with additional time to finalize their materials and ensure they meet the required national standards for assessment and approval.
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Education · The Punch ·
FG urges students to embrace AI, coding as NELFUND disburses N282bn
The Nigerian Federal Government has encouraged students to acquire skills in artificial intelligence and coding to remain competitive in the digital economy. This directive coincides with the Nigerian Education Loan Fund's disbursement of 282 billion Naira, aimed at supporting student welfare and academic advancement across various institutions nationwide.
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Education · The Punch ·
Canada introduces tougher financial scrutiny for international students
The Canadian government has implemented stricter financial requirements for international students seeking to study in the country. This policy change aims to ensure that foreign learners possess sufficient funds to cover their living expenses and tuition, reflecting a move toward more rigorous scrutiny of applicants' financial stability.
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Education · The Punch ·
UNIOSUN VC warns students against cultism, cybercrime
The Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University has advised students to refrain from participating in cultism and cybercrime. This warning was issued to maintain the institution's integrity and ensure a safe academic environment for all learners while emphasizing the consequences of engaging in illegal activities on and off campus.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Safe schools: Alausa wants education ministry to handle finances, others
Tunji Alausa is advocating for the Ministry of Education to oversee the financial and operational management of the Safe Schools initiative. This proposal aims to streamline the implementation of security measures across educational institutions by centralizing control under the relevant ministry to ensure better coordination and resource allocation for student safety.
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