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Education · Daily Post ·Kogi govt begins manhunt after abduction of school principal, students
The Kogi State government has launched a manhunt for criminals following the abduction of a school principal and several students. Security forces are currently working to track the kidnappers and secure the release of the victims, as authorities aim to restore safety and order within the affected community.
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Education · PM News ·NYSC threatens to blacklist Organisations over Poor Welfare of Corps Members
The National Youth Service Corps has announced plans to blacklist organizations that fail to provide adequate welfare for corps members. The management emphasized the importance of ensuring the well-being of participants during their service year. This directive aims to hold host employers accountable for the living and working conditions of youth corps members nationwide.
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Education · Vanguard ·Kogi School Abduction: Examination centre was a ‘Miracle Centre’ — Police
The Kogi State Police Command has identified the site of a recent school abduction as an examination facility dedicated to academic malpractice. Law enforcement officials disclosed this information during investigations into the kidnapping, emphasizing security vulnerabilities at such centers while efforts continue to ensure the safety of students and staff.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Kogi: Police probe ‘illegal’ NECO centre as victims’ rescue efforts intensified
Authorities in Kogi State are investigating an unauthorized National Examinations Council center following reports of its illegal operations. Police have also intensified efforts to rescue victims linked to the facility while conducting thorough inquiries to identify those responsible for establishing the fraudulent examination venue.
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Education · Channels TV ·
Okpebholo Signs Bill Renaming Edo School Of Agriculture
Governor Okpebholo has signed a bill officially renaming the Edo State School of Agriculture. This legislative action represents a formal change to the institution's identity within the state's educational system. The move follows the governor's recent assumption of office and signifies an early policy adjustment regarding state-owned specialized academic facilities.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Kogi govt steps up efforts to rescue four abducted during NECO exams
The Kogi State government has intensified search and rescue operations to secure the release of four individuals kidnapped during the conduct of National Examinations Council assessments. Authorities are coordinating security measures to locate the victims and ensure their safe return following the abduction incident in the state.
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Education · The Punch ·FG hails NECO CBT exam, says technology curbing malpractice
The Federal Government has commended the National Examinations Council for implementing computer-based testing in its examinations. Officials noted that the integration of technology is playing a vital role in reducing exam malpractice, ensuring the integrity of the assessment process and improving overall standards within the Nigerian education sector.
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Education · Daily Post ·NECO: Candidates are tested on different sets of questions – Min for State, Prof Ahmad
The Minister of State for Education, Professor Ahmad, confirmed that candidates sitting for National Examinations Council assessments receive different sets of question papers. This strategy is implemented to uphold examination integrity and discourage malpractice, ensuring that the evaluation process remains transparent and competitive for all Nigerian students.
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Education · ThisDay ·
NECO Targets Full CBT Transition As Hitch-free Exam Boosts Confidence
The National Examinations Council is working towards a full transition to Computer-Based Testing for its various examinations. This strategic move follows a successful and hitch-free examination cycle that has bolstered confidence in digital assessment. The shift aims to modernize Nigeria's testing infrastructure and ensure greater efficiency in the administration of national exams.
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Education · Vanguard ·Nigeria’s education crisis is access, not enrolment — Alausa
Education Minister Alausa identifies access to learning as the primary crisis facing the Nigerian educational system rather than student enrolment figures. The minister suggests that addressing structural barriers to education is more critical than focusing solely on the total number of children registered in schools nationwide.
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Education · Channels TV ·
New UNIPORT VC Declares Zero Tolerance For Cultism, Sexual Harassment
The newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of the University of Port Harcourt has announced a strict policy against cultism and sexual harassment on campus. Emphasizing a disciplined academic environment, the administrator warned that these vices would not be tolerated under the new leadership to ensure the safety and integrity of the institution.
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Education · Vanguard ·NECO CBT revolution dealing fresh blow to exam malpractice — Education minister
The Minister of Education reported that the National Examinations Council’s transition to computer-based testing is significantly reducing examination malpractice. This technological shift aims to improve the credibility of national assessments and modernize the Nigerian educational system by streamlining evaluation methods and minimizing human interference during exams.
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Education · ThisDay ·
NiMet, UniAbuja Strengthen Partnership on Smart Climate Project
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency and the University of Abuja have reinforced their collaborative efforts on a smart climate project. This partnership focuses on enhancing climate-related research and data collection to support environmental sustainability and agricultural development through the integration of academic expertise and meteorological resources.
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Education · BusinessDay ·Skills Council ratifies harmonisation of NABTE, ITF Mandates
The Skills Council has ratified the harmonisation of mandates between the National Business and Technical Examinations Board and the Industrial Training Fund. This alignment seeks to coordinate technical education and industrial training standards in Nigeria, streamlining the efforts of both agencies to improve vocational skill acquisition and professional certification across the federation.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
TRCN inducts 258 teachers
The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria has inducted 258 teachers as part of its ongoing efforts to professionalize the teaching service. This certification ensures that the newly inducted members meet the required standards to practice within the country’s educational system, reinforcing the regulatory body's mandate.
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Education · The Punch ·
Senate backs Jos medical laboratory varsity bill
The Nigerian Senate has expressed support for a bill seeking the establishment of a specialized medical laboratory science university in Jos, Plateau State. This legislative move aims to enhance professional training in medical laboratory sciences and improve the overall healthcare delivery system within the country through specialized education.
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Education · BellaNaija ·Meet Israel Adeniyi Adekunle, the Overall Best Graduating Student at the Nigerian Law School Call to Bar 2026
Israel Adeniyi Adekunle emerged as the overall best graduating student during the 2026 Nigerian Law School Call to Bar ceremony. His academic achievement distinguishes him among his peers at the legal institution, marking a significant milestone in his professional career as he joins the Nigerian legal profession.
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Education · Daily Post ·Oyo abduction: Eight schoolchildren still receiving treatment as hospital discharges 31
Thirty-one schoolchildren have been discharged from the hospital following an abduction incident in Oyo State. Eight others remain in medical care and are currently receiving treatment for their conditions. The health update comes after the victims were rescued and transported to a medical facility for examination and recovery efforts.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·NANS warns against sabotage of Almajiri commission
The National Association of Nigerian Students has issued a warning to stakeholders against undermining the operations of the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education. The student body emphasized the importance of the commission's success in addressing the educational needs of vulnerable children and reducing the number of out-of-school citizens across the country.
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Education · The Punch ·
Oyo abduction: Invest in schools’ security, Ansar-Ud-Deen urges FG, state govts
Following a recent kidnapping incident in Oyo State, the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria has called on the federal and state governments to prioritize and increase investment in the security of educational institutions across the country to protect students and staff from further criminal activities.
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