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Education · Leadership News ·Gowon Varsity Governing Council Promotes 34 To Professorial Ranks
The Governing Council of Gowon Varsity has approved the promotion of 34 academic staff members to various professorial ranks. This elevation includes the appointment of professors and associate professors within the institution. The move is aimed at strengthening the university's faculty and enhancing academic standards across its diverse departments and research units.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Parents of abducted Borno pupils mount pressure after Oyo rescue
Parents of abducted schoolchildren in Borno State are increasing pressure on authorities to secure the release of their children. This renewed demand follows a successful rescue operation of kidnapped individuals in Oyo State, highlighting the urgent need for security intervention in the northeast region to return missing students to their families.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Parents demand N100,000 minimum pay for Sokoto teachers
Parents in Sokoto State are advocating for a minimum monthly salary of 100,000 naira for teachers. This request highlights a push for better remuneration for educators within the state, as stakeholders seek to improve the standard of instruction and general welfare for teaching staff in the region.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
‘Oriire kidnappers sought release of family in exchange for pupils, teachers’
Abductors in the Oriire community have proposed the release of their detained family members in exchange for the freedom of kidnapped pupils and teachers. This development indicates a demand for a prisoner swap rather than a financial ransom as security operations continue to secure the release of the abducted school members.
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Education · The Punch ·Rescued Oyo pupils, teachers may meet families today
Students and teachers recently rescued in Oyo State are expected to reunite with their families today. The group was freed following a kidnapping incident, and authorities are reportedly facilitating the handover process to ensure the victims safely return to their homes after being recovered.
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Education · BusinessDay ·Nigerian universities join corporate exodus from national grid
Several Nigerian tertiary institutions have started transitioning away from the national electricity grid, mirroring a trend previously established by corporate organizations. This shift occurs as universities seek more reliable and cost-effective alternative energy sources to sustain their academic and administrative operations amid ongoing power supply challenges across the country.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
FG’s exam fee hike raises dropout fears
The Federal Government's decision to increase examination fees across the country has sparked concerns regarding a potential rise in student dropout rates. Stakeholders worry that the higher costs may be unaffordable for many families, potentially forcing some candidates to abandon their academic pursuits due to financial constraints.
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Education · Vanguard ·After 56 days in captivity our children may not return to schools — Oriire parents
Parents in Oriire are reconsidering whether to allow their children to return to school following their release from a fifty-six-day period of captivity. The decision follows a prolonged abduction incident that has raised concerns among families regarding the safety of students within the educational system.
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Education · Vanguard ·Afe Babalola to receive Honourary Doctor of Laws from American and Canadian Universities
Afe Babalola, a prominent Nigerian legal professional and founder of Afe Babalola University, is set to be honored with Doctor of Laws degrees from institutions in the United States and Canada. These honorary awards recognize his significant contributions to the legal field and his ongoing commitment to excellence in higher education globally.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Education Remains Nigeria’s Greatest Investment, Ex-Senate President, Mark, Says
Former Senate President David Mark has identified education as Nigeria's most critical investment for national growth. He noted that prioritizing the sector is essential for the country's development and long-term progress. His remarks underscore the importance of academic advancement in addressing various challenges facing the nation.
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Education · ThisDay ·
NAF to Reduce Number of Out-of-School Children, Inaugurates New Classrooms in Langtang
The Nigerian Air Force has inaugurated new classroom facilities in Langtang to help reduce the number of out-of-school children in the region. This initiative forms part of the military's corporate social responsibility efforts to improve access to basic education and support the federal government's goals of increasing literacy rates among young Nigerians.
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Education · ThisDay ·
UniAbuja Governing Council Elevates 34 Lecturers to Professor, Associate Professor
The University of Abuja Governing Council has announced the promotion of thirty-four lecturers to the ranks of professor and associate professor. This elevation follows a rigorous assessment process aimed at strengthening the institution’s academic leadership and recognizing the scholarly contributions of its teaching staff across various departments.
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Education · Vanguard ·FG raises WAEC, NECO fees to N50,000 per candidate
The Federal Government has increased the registration fees for the West African Examinations Council and the National Examinations Council to N50,000 per candidate. This adjustment affects students nationwide sitting for these mandatory secondary school certification exams, representing a notable rise in the costs associated with obtaining basic academic qualifications in Nigeria.
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Education · Vanguard ·UN Envoy, Ibrahim seeks global debt-for-education swap at Paris UNESCO conference
UN Envoy Ibrahim proposed a global debt-for-education swap during a UNESCO conference in Paris. The initiative seeks to allow nations to redirect debt service payments toward educational development. This proposal aims to secure sustainable funding for learning systems while easing the financial burden on countries currently facing significant international debt obligations.
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Education · ThisDay ·
FIRST E&P Backs Next Generation of Nigerian Engineers at Olympiad Finale
FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company Limited supported the finale of a national engineering Olympiad to encourage the development of young Nigerian talent. The initiative aims to empower students pursuing technical careers by providing a platform for academic competition and professional growth within the engineering sector.
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Education · Vanguard ·Kwara trains 700 students, 130 teachers in AI, robotics
Kwara State has completed a training program in artificial intelligence and robotics for seven hundred students and one hundred and thirty teachers. The initiative aims to enhance digital literacy and technical skills within the state's academic sector, preparing both educators and learners for future opportunities in the global digital economy.
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Education · Vanguard ·
Wellspring University pledges quality health service delivery, unveils new programmes
Wellspring University has introduced several new academic programs aimed at enhancing the quality of health service delivery in Nigeria. The institution committed to providing specialized training and expanded its curriculum to meet the growing demands of the healthcare sector while ensuring students receive professional instruction in medical sciences.
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Education · Leadership News ·
ADC Chairman David Mark Urges Graduates To Embrace Integrity, Innovation, Lifelong Learning
The Chairman of ADC, David Mark, has called on newly graduated students to adopt integrity, innovation, and lifelong learning as core principles for their future careers. Speaking at a graduation event, he highlighted these attributes as critical tools for navigating the challenges of the modern professional landscape.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Atiku Faults Proposed ₦50,000 Uniform WAEC, NECO Fees
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized a proposal to introduce a uniform fee of fifty thousand naira for the West African Examinations Council and National Examinations Council exams. The opposition comes amid concerns regarding the affordability of secondary school certification for Nigerian students and their families.
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Education · BusinessDay ·NOUN law graduates storm AGF’s office over Nigerian Law School admission backlog
Law graduates from the National Open University of Nigeria recently visited the office of the Attorney General of the Federation to protest admission delays. The group is seeking a resolution to the backlog preventing their enrollment into the Nigerian Law School, a necessary step for their professional qualification to practice law in the country.
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