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Education · The Punch ·Eno approves ₦1.3bn bursary, raises A’Ibom students’ grant to ₦50,000
Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno has authorized the disbursement of ₦1.3 billion for student bursaries. Under this new directive, the individual grant for indigenous students has been increased to ₦50,000. This measure reflects the state government’s commitment to providing financial relief and support for academic pursuits within the region.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·JAMB CAPS 2026 nightmare: What to do if your admission status is still ‘not admitted’
Candidates participating in the 2026 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board admission cycle who currently see a not admitted status on the Central Admissions Processing System can take specific corrective steps. These actions include verifying O'level result uploads, confirming institutional criteria, and regularly monitoring the portal for updates to facilitate successful admission processing.
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Education · Leadership News ·Kogi Poly Rector Hails Tinubu, Wife On Student Loan, Welfare Programmes
The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic has commended President Bola Tinubu and the First Lady for the implementation of the national student loan scheme and other welfare programmes. The head of the institution acknowledged the potential benefits of these federal government initiatives on the educational advancement and wellbeing of Nigerian students.
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Education · Leadership News ·
BUK, European Space Agency Train Journalists in Earth observation for climate reporting
Bayero University Kano and the European Space Agency have collaborated to provide training for journalists on Earth observation techniques. This initiative aims to enhance the capacity of media professionals in climate change reporting, utilizing satellite data and scientific tools to improve the accuracy and depth of environmental news coverage in Nigeria.
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Education · Vanguard ·’Don’t rely on allawe alone’ – NYSC DG tells corps members to embrace entrepreneurship
The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps has advised corps members to prioritize entrepreneurship rather than depending solely on their monthly allowances. This recommendation aims to encourage self-reliance and skill acquisition among the youth during their service year to better prepare them for the post-service labor market.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Muslim Group Hails Rescue Of Oyo Pupils, Calls For Stronger Security
A Muslim organization has commended the successful rescue of abducted schoolchildren in Oyo State. While celebrating the safe return of the pupils, the group urged government authorities and security agencies to implement more robust measures to protect educational institutions and prevent future incidents of kidnapping across the region.
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Education · Leadership News ·
AMTY To Honour Anochilionye As School Administrator Of The Year
AMTY is set to present an award to Anochilionye, naming them the School Administrator of the Year. This recognition highlights professional excellence within the Nigerian educational sector and celebrates the recipient's contributions to school management and administrative leadership.
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Education · The Punch ·
Oyebanji retains Ekiti tertiary institutions’ councils to sustain stability, progress
Governor Biodun Oyebanji of Ekiti State has decided to retain the governing councils of state-owned tertiary institutions. This move is aimed at ensuring continued stability and progress within the educational sector. The decision allows current leadership structures to remain in place to facilitate ongoing developmental goals across the state’s universities and colleges.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·NUT urges coordinated action to end school attacks, rescue of 78 Borno schoolchildren
The Nigeria Union of Teachers has called for a coordinated strategy to address persistent attacks on educational institutions. The union specifically emphasized the need for authorities to ensure the safe return of seventy-eight schoolchildren who were recently kidnapped in Borno State.
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Education · ThisDay ·MTN Pulse Nigeria, PMI Take Future-ready Skills to Nigerian Campuses
MTN Pulse Nigeria has partnered with the Project Management Institute to introduce future-ready skills to students across various Nigerian campuses. The initiative aims to equip the youth with essential professional capabilities and certifications to enhance their career prospects and prepare them for the demands of the modern global workforce.
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Education · The Punch ·
Niger private schools board discontinues graduation ceremonies
The Private Schools Board in Niger State has officially discontinued the practice of holding graduation ceremonies across private educational institutions. This regulatory decision affects all private schools within the state's jurisdiction, marking a significant change in the academic calendar and traditional end-of-year celebrations for students and their families in the region.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Stakeholders urge FG to cancel proposed WAEC, NECO fee hike
Various stakeholders in the Nigerian education sector have called on the Federal Government to reverse the planned increase in registration fees for WAEC and NECO examinations. They argue that the price hike would place an additional financial burden on parents and students amidst the current economic challenges facing the country.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Yobe govt approves ASUU allowances, orders payment of arrears
The Yobe State Government has officially approved allowances for members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities and directed the immediate disbursement of outstanding arrears. This move is intended to resolve financial issues affecting university lecturers and maintain industrial harmony within the state's higher education sector.
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Ekiti gov approves recruitment of primary school teachers
The Ekiti State Governor has granted approval for the recruitment of primary school teachers to strengthen the state's basic education system. This directive aims to fill existing vacancies within public primary schools and ensure a sufficient workforce is available to support the learning needs of students across the various local government areas.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Anochilionye Bags AMTY School Administrator of the Year Award
Anochilionye has been honored with the AMTY School Administrator of the Year Award. This recognition highlights professional achievements in educational management and leadership within the sector. The award ceremony celebrates excellence among school administrators, focusing on individuals who have demonstrated significant impact and dedication to their roles in academic institutions.
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Education · PM News ·
Retired Professor bags another Ph.D. at 89
An 89-year-old retired professor has successfully completed and obtained an additional doctorate degree. This academic achievement highlights a continued pursuit of knowledge despite the individual’s advanced age and previous retirement from the university system.
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Education · The Punch ·
VC lauds Yobe gov for implementing 2025 ASUU, FG agreement
The Vice-Chancellor has commended the Yobe State Governor for the implementation of the 2025 agreement between the Academic Staff Union of Universities and the Federal Government. This move aims to address long-standing issues within the university system and improve the welfare of academic staff in the state.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Buni’s approval of ASUU agreement’ll boost education, staff welfare — Yobe Varsity VC
Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State has approved an agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities, a move the Vice-Chancellor of Yobe State University believes will improve educational standards and staff welfare. This development is expected to enhance the academic environment and address the concerns of university employees within the state.
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Education · Premium Times ·Rescued Oyo principal recounts how kidnappers forced pupils, teachers through nightly treks to evade troops
A rescued school principal in Oyo State described how kidnappers forced abducted teachers and pupils to undergo nightly treks through the forest. The movement was intended to help the criminals evade tracking by security forces before the victims were eventually recovered by authorities.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Kogi Equips Facilitators With Skills To Curb Out-of-School Menace
The Kogi State government is training facilitators to address the challenge of out-of-school children. This initiative focuses on equipping educators with the necessary skills to implement strategic interventions aimed at reducing the number of children currently excluded from the formal education system across the state's various communities.
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