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Education · BusinessDay ·Rivers Assembly threatens to arrest PAMO University VC, finance commissioner over 2017 scholarship fund
The Rivers State House of Assembly has threatened to arrest the Vice-Chancellor of PAMO University and the state finance commissioner over issues relating to a 2017 scholarship fund. The reported action signals legislative scrutiny of the fund’s management and the officials’ involvement.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Minister defends King’s College concession, cites infrastructure decay
The minister has defended the concession of King’s College, citing deteriorating infrastructure as the reason for the decision. The defence indicates that the government considers private-sector involvement necessary to address the institution’s infrastructure challenges, though the headline does not provide further details about the concession’s terms or implementation.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Lagos unveils clean energy schools innovation challenge
Lagos has introduced a clean energy innovation challenge focused on schools. The initiative is expected to encourage the development of practical ideas or solutions that support cleaner energy use in educational institutions, though the headline does not specify the participating schools, eligibility requirements, timeline or nature of the proposed innovations.
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Education · ThisDay ·
After 30 Years, JAMB Admits UTME is Outdated, Moves to Scrap Subject-Only Test
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board says the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination’s subject-only format is outdated after three decades. The examination body is moving towards scrapping the approach, signalling plans to review how candidates are assessed for admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions.
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Education · ThisDay ·
GCIOBA, ipNX Partner to Digitally Transform Government College Ibadan
GCIOBA and telecommunications company ipNX have entered a partnership aimed at digitally transforming Government College Ibadan. The collaboration is expected to support the school’s adoption of digital infrastructure or services, although the headline does not provide details on the project’s scope, timeline or specific interventions.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·JAMB moves to integrate life skills, critical thinking into UTME
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is planning to incorporate life skills and critical-thinking components into the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The proposed move would broaden the examination’s focus beyond conventional academic assessment, although the headline provides no further details on the timeline, format or implementation.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
Australia moves to restrict family visas for international students
Australia is taking steps to restrict family visa access for international students, potentially affecting students seeking to bring relatives into the country while pursuing their studies. The move signals tighter migration controls, although the headline does not specify the proposed measures, affected visa categories or implementation timeline.
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Education · Leadership News ·
BREAKING: No Going Back On Concession — Education Minister
Nigeria’s education minister has reaffirmed that the government will proceed with its planned concession, indicating that the policy will not be reversed. The headline does not specify the institution, programme, terms, timeline or reasons for the decision, but signals continued commitment to the concession despite possible opposition or concerns.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·FG not selling Unity Colleges — Alausa
The Federal Government has clarified that it is not selling Nigeria’s Unity Colleges, according to Education Minister Tunji Alausa. The statement addresses concerns over the ownership or future of the federally managed schools, reaffirming that no sale is taking place.
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Education · Premium Times ·NCDMB hosts 5th edition of book reading programme, tasks Nigerians on culture of learning
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board held the fifth edition of its book-reading programme, using the event to encourage Nigerians to cultivate a culture of learning. The initiative highlights reading and continuous education as important activities, though the headline provides no further details about the participants, venue or specific recommendations.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·ASUU-UNIPORT begins indefinite strike over unpaid salary components
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) branch at the University of Port Harcourt has commenced an indefinite strike over unpaid salary components. The action is linked to outstanding payments owed to affected university staff, although the headline does not specify the components involved or the measures being sought.
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Education · Vanguard ·No going back on concession — Education Minister
Nigeria’s Education Minister says the government will proceed with its planned concession, signalling that the policy will not be reversed. The headline does not specify the institution, terms, timeline or reasons for the concession, but indicates the minister’s firm position despite any opposition or concerns surrounding the plan.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·FG commissions 3MW solar hybrid power project at UniAbuja
The Federal Government has commissioned a 3-megawatt solar hybrid power project at the University of Abuja. The development is expected to support the institution’s electricity supply through a combination of solar generation and other power sources, although the headline does not provide further details about its funding, capacity coverage or operational timeline.
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Education · Vanguard ·JAMB moves to overhaul UTME with life skills
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board plans to overhaul the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination by incorporating life-skills elements. The proposed changes indicate an effort to broaden the examination beyond conventional academic assessment, although the headline does not specify the skills involved, the implementation timeline or how the revised testing format will affect candidates.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·World Bank urges unified government action on early childhood development
The World Bank has called for coordinated action across government to strengthen early childhood development in Nigeria. The appeal suggests that multiple public institutions should work together on policies and programmes supporting young children, highlighting the need for a unified national approach to early learning, care and development.
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Education · Daily Post ·Police probe death of OAU final year student
Police are investigating the death of a final-year student of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU). The probe is expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the student’s death, while relevant authorities work to determine what happened. Further details about the incident, including its location, timing and possible cause, were not provided in the headline.
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Education · The Punch ·FG inaugurates 3MW solar plant, trains 300 students
The Federal Government has inaugurated a 3MW solar power plant and trained 300 students as part of an initiative combining renewable energy development with skills acquisition. The project is expected to support electricity generation while providing participating students with relevant technical knowledge and practical experience in the sector.
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Education · The Punch ·
Police strengthen security in Anambra schools for new session
The Anambra State Police Command has increased security measures around schools as students prepare to resume for a new academic session. The effort is intended to support safety and maintain order across school environments during the reopening period, although the headline does not provide details about the specific measures or affected institutions.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Fire Service saves N680m property in Dangote University fire incident
The fire service reportedly prevented the destruction of property valued at N680 million during a fire incident at Dangote University. The headline indicates that emergency responders intervened to contain the blaze and protect significant assets, but provides no further details about the cause, extent of damage, or any injuries.
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Education · Premium Times ·FG commissions 3MW hybrid mini-grid project in Abuja varsity
The Federal Government has commissioned a 3-megawatt hybrid mini-grid project at a university in Abuja. The initiative is expected to support the institution’s electricity supply through a combined energy system, although the headline does not provide further details about the university, project components, funding, or operational plans.
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