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Education · The Punch ·Donors renovate LASU Law Clinic
Donors have renovated the Law Clinic at Lagos State University, providing an upgraded facility for legal education and related services. The headline indicates that the project was funded or supported by donors, but does not specify the contributors, renovation details, costs or timeline.
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Education · The Punch ·
Plateau varsity lecturers suspend strike
Lecturers at a university in Plateau State have suspended their strike, temporarily ending industrial action. The development suggests academic activities may resume, although the headline does not specify the reasons for the suspension, the institution involved, or whether an agreement was reached with university authorities.
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Education · The Punch ·
Interswitch seeks better digital payments across schools
Interswitch is seeking to improve digital payment systems and their use across schools. The initiative appears focused on making transactions within educational institutions more efficient and accessible, though the headline does not specify the participating schools, the payment services involved, or the company’s implementation plans.
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Education · The Punch ·
LAUTECH commits to inclusive admission, disability support
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive admission practices and stronger support for students with disabilities. The institution’s position signals an effort to improve access to higher education and ensure that applicants and enrolled students with disabilities receive appropriate consideration and assistance.
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Education · The Punch ·
FG begins free BPO training for 50,000 youths
The Federal Government has commenced a free business process outsourcing training programme aimed at 50,000 young Nigerians. The initiative is expected to equip participants with skills relevant to the business services sector, although the headline does not provide details on the training duration, eligibility requirements, locations or implementation partners.
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Education · The Punch ·
Between academic qualifications and native intelligence
The Punch examines the relationship between formal academic qualifications and native intelligence, likely considering how each contributes to learning, competence and achievement. The headline indicates a broader discussion of whether educational credentials alone determine intellectual ability or practical success, without specifying a particular individual, institution or event.
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Education · The Punch ·
ASUU shuts three Lagos varsities over unmet demands
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has shut down three universities in Lagos State, citing unresolved demands. The action affects academic activities at the institutions and highlights an ongoing dispute between the union and university authorities over the issues raised.
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Education · The Punch ·
King’s College concession: Workers resist alumni takeover, clash with police
Workers at King's College are opposing a proposed concession or takeover involving the school's alumni association. The dispute has escalated into a confrontation with police, highlighting tensions over the institution's management and the planned transfer of control.
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Education · Vanguard ·Zamfara varsities, polytechnics, COEs, others get official cars
The Zamfara State Government has provided official vehicles to universities, polytechnics, colleges of education and other tertiary institutions in the state. The development concerns institutional transport support and is intended for the listed education bodies, although the headline does not specify the number or type of vehicles supplied.
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Education · Vanguard ·
Zamfara organises CBT for 6,412 applicants to boost primary education
Zamfara State has organised a computer-based test for 6,412 applicants as part of efforts to strengthen primary education. The exercise is intended to support the selection or recruitment process for personnel linked to the state’s primary education system, although the headline does not provide further details about the applicants or outcomes.
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Education · Vanguard ·Sokoto defends metropolis-only school resumption
Sokoto State has defended its decision to resume academic activities only in schools located within the metropolis. The state’s position addresses the limited geographic scope of the resumption, while suggesting that authorities consider conditions in other areas before reopening schools more broadly.
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Education · Leadership News ·First Lady Commissions ICT Centre At Kwara Varsity, Plans 15 More
Nigeria’s First Lady has commissioned an information and communications technology centre at a university in Kwara State and announced plans to establish 15 additional centres. The initiative signals an expansion of technology-focused facilities intended to support digital access and learning in higher education institutions.
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Education · Vanguard ·ASUU-LASU declares indefinite strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities chapter at Lagos State University has declared an indefinite strike. The action is expected to affect academic activities at the institution, although the headline does not specify the reasons for the decision, its commencement date, or the conditions required for the strike to end.
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Education · Daily Post ·King’s College: Protesters shut Education Ministry, block minister, perm sec
Protesters reportedly shut the Federal Ministry of Education and prevented the education minister and permanent secretary from accessing the premises. The action was linked to a dispute involving King’s College, although the headline does not specify the protesters’ demands, the location, or how long the disruption lasted.
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Education · BusinessDay ·NELFUND nursing education funding soars 1,267% to N811.9m in three years
NELFUND funding for nursing education rose by 1,267 percent over three years, reaching N811.9 million. The increase highlights a substantial expansion in financial support for nursing education through the federal student loan programme, although the headline does not specify the number of beneficiaries, institutions involved, or factors driving the growth.
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Education · Premium Times ·Roving Heights to host reading for PT Books’ latest title
Roving Heights is set to host a reading event centred on the latest title published by PT Books. The headline indicates that the gathering will provide an opportunity for the new book to be presented or read, although it does not specify the title, date, venue details or participating authors.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
NYSC: Batch C orientation course to kick off Sept 30
The National Youth Service Corps has announced that the Batch C orientation course will commence on September 30. The programme marks the beginning of the orientation activities for participants in the batch, although the headline does not provide further details about the duration, venue or arrangements.
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Education · Channels TV ·
Rector’s Suspension Not Over TETFund Funds — Taraba Ministry
The Taraba State Ministry has clarified that the suspension of a rector was not connected to funds provided by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund, or TETFund. The statement addresses speculation about the reason for the administrative action but does not provide further details on the actual grounds for the suspension.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·ASUU-LASU declares indefinite strike over unmet 2025 agreement
The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Lagos State University chapter, has declared an indefinite strike, citing the reported failure to fulfil an agreement reached for 2025. The action is expected to affect academic activities at the institution, although the headline does not specify the disputed commitments or when the strike begins.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Tinubu’s wife honours 19-year-old Gombe Qur’anic prodigy with N20m
The wife of President Bola Tinubu has honoured a 19-year-old Qur’anic prodigy from Gombe State with a gift of N20 million, recognising the young person’s achievement in Qur’anic studies.
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