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Education · PM News ·Veteran broadcaster Eugenia Abu guides students on career success
Renowned Nigerian broadcaster Eugenia Abu recently mentored a group of students, providing them with guidance and strategies for achieving long-term career success. The session aimed to equip the younger generation with essential professional insights to navigate their future career paths effectively across various sectors.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Sultan applauds Oyo schoolchildren’s rescue, demands swift freedom for Borno pupils
The Sultan of Sokoto has commended the successful rescue of abducted schoolchildren in Oyo State while calling for the immediate release of students kidnapped in Borno State. The monarch emphasized the need for swift action by security forces to ensure the safety and return of all pupils currently in captivity.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·ITF set to commence screening of artisans for 2026 skill-up programme
The Industrial Training Fund is preparing to begin the screening process for artisans interested in participating in its 2026 skill-up programme. This initiative aims to enhance the technical competencies of Nigerian workers, providing them with necessary certifications and tools to improve their professional standards and economic contributions within the country.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·APC National Chairman, Alaafin hail safe return of abducted Oyo pupils, teachers
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress and the Alaafin of Oyo have welcomed the safe return of students and teachers who were previously abducted in Oyo State. Both figures expressed satisfaction with the release of the victims, marking the end of the kidnapping incident involving the local educational community.
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Education · The Punch ·FG begins nationwide screening for 2026 artisan training programme
The Federal Government has commenced a nationwide screening process for its 2026 artisan training programme. This initiative is designed to identify and recruit individuals for vocational skill acquisition across the country. The exercise represents the preliminary stage of a broader government effort to enhance domestic technical expertise and promote youth empowerment within various sectors.
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I Trekked To Lectures, Borrowed Phones To Study – Lokoja Varsity’s Best Graduating Student
The best graduating student at Federal University Lokoja has shared details regarding the financial hardships encountered during their academic program. These challenges included walking to lectures and borrowing mobile devices to complete studies. Despite these obstacles, the student achieved the highest academic performance in the institution for the current graduating class.
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ASUU Begins Indefinite Strike Over Unpaid May, June Salaries At AAUA
The Academic Staff Union of Universities at Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko, has commenced an indefinite industrial action. This decision follows the non-payment of members' salaries for the months of May and June. The strike aims to compel the university administration to settle the outstanding financial obligations owed to the academic staff.
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Military Confirms Casualties In Rescue Of Kidnapped Oyo Schoolchildren, Teachers
The Nigerian military has confirmed that casualties were recorded during a mission to rescue kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers in Oyo State. Security forces conducted the operation to free the victims who were previously abducted, resulting in reported fatalities or injuries during the encounter with the captors.
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How Africa’s Aviation Ageing Workforce Is Being Tackled – Aerospace Varsity VC
The Vice Chancellor of an aerospace university has outlined measures to address the challenge of an aging workforce within Africa's aviation industry. These initiatives focus on enhancing specialized training and capacity building to ensure a sustainable pipeline of young, skilled professionals for the continent's expanding air transport sector.
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Oyo Pupils, Teachers Regain Freedom After 56 Days In Bandits’ Captivity
Students and teachers from Oyo State have been released after spending fifty-six days in the custody of bandits. The victims regained their freedom following a prolonged period of captivity, marking the end of an ordeal that began nearly two months ago. Authorities have confirmed their safety as they reunite with their families.
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Education · The Punch ·
Oyo teachers celebrate safe return of abducted colleagues, pupils
Teachers in Oyo State are celebrating the safe return of their colleagues and students following a recent abduction incident. The release of the victims has brought relief to the academic community as they reunite with their families and associates after their period of captivity.
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Education · Vanguard ·Multiple arrests pushed kidnappers to release Oyo teachers, pupils – Military
The Nigerian military reported that abducted teachers and pupils in Oyo State regained their freedom following several arrests of suspects. Security forces maintained that the pressure from these tactical operations forced the kidnappers to release the victims. This development marks a significant step in ongoing efforts to combat kidnapping in the region.
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Education · Vanguard ·UNILAG’s English department alumni holds maiden reunion
The alumni association of the Department of English at the University of Lagos recently conducted its inaugural reunion event. This landmark gathering brought together former students to network and commemorate their shared academic history, marking the first official assembly of its kind for the department's graduates.
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Education · Premium Times ·How we secured release of kidnapped Oyo students – Nigerian Army
The Nigerian Army has announced the successful rescue of students who were previously kidnapped in Oyo State. Military officials disclosed that the operation was part of ongoing efforts to combat insecurity and ensure the safety of residents after the students were taken by unidentified gunmen in the region.
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Education · Vanguard ·Rescued Oyo School pupils, teachers currently receiving medical treatment – Army
The Nigerian Army has confirmed that the school pupils and teachers recently rescued in Oyo State are currently receiving medical treatment. The rescued individuals are undergoing healthcare evaluations to ensure their well-being following their recovery, as part of the standard procedure before they are released to their families.
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Education · Vanguard ·Rehabilitating rescued Oyo teachers, pupils now our priority – Makinde
Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has emphasized that the state government is prioritizing the rehabilitation of teachers and pupils who were recently rescued. The administration intends to provide essential support services to facilitate the recovery and reintegration of the affected individuals into their academic environment and society.
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Education · Daily Post ·How abducted Oyo pupils, teachers were freed without ransom — Ex-DSS operative
A former operative of the Department of State Services has disclosed details regarding the release of kidnapped pupils and teachers in Oyo State. The victims regained their freedom without the payment of ransom, following specific interventions that avoided financial compliance with the demands of the abductors.
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Education · Channels TV ·Victory For Humanity, NUT Hails Release Of Abducted Oriire Teachers, Pupils
The Nigeria Union of Teachers has welcomed the release of educators and students previously abducted in the Oriire local government area. The union expressed relief over the development, describing the safe return of the victims as a positive outcome for the community and the educational sector following their period of captivity.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·
NUT welcomes release of abducted Oriire teachers, pupils
The Nigeria Union of Teachers has expressed satisfaction following the release of educators and students who were kidnapped in Oriire. The union welcomed the safe return of its members and their pupils while emphasizing the need for improved security measures within educational institutions to protect staff and learners from future abduction incidents.
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NUT speaks on rescue of abducted Oyo teachers, schoolchildren
The Nigeria Union of Teachers has addressed the recent rescue of educators and students previously kidnapped in Oyo State. Following the successful recovery of the individuals, the union provided feedback regarding the security situation and the safety of academic staff and pupils within the state's educational environment.
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