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Education · Premium Times ·Early childhood development in crisis severely underfunded in Nigeria –Report
A new report indicates that early childhood development in Nigeria faces a critical situation characterized by significant funding shortages. The lack of financial investment is hindering the growth and well-being of young children across the nation, posing long-term challenges for the country's social and economic infrastructure.
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Education · Daily Post ·Tinubu sends Senior Secondary Education Commission Amendment Bill to Senate
President Bola Tinubu has transmitted the Senior Secondary Education Commission Amendment Bill to the Senate for legislative consideration. The bill aims to modify the existing framework governing senior secondary education standards and administration across the country. The official request was formally presented to the lawmakers at the National Assembly in Abuja.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·NASU urges greater investment in education, workers’ development
The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions has called for increased funding in Nigeria's education sector. The union emphasized the need for prioritized investment in both educational infrastructure and the professional development of workers to ensure a robust and effective system for national growth.
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Education · Vanguard ·ABSU governing council inaugurates search c’ttee to recruit new VC
The Governing Council of Abia State University has inaugurated a search committee to oversee the recruitment of a new Vice-Chancellor for the institution. This committee is tasked with identifying qualified candidates to fill the university's top administrative role and ensuring a structured selection process for the next leader.
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Education · Daily Post ·Police arrest 23-year-old suspect over murder of Benue varsity professor
Police authorities have arrested a 23-year-old suspect in connection with the murder of a professor from a university in Benue State. The arrest follows investigations into the killing of the academic staff member, as law enforcement officials work to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and proceed with the legal process.
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Education · PM News ·Skill acquisition is not entrepreneurship, Sobowale tells participants at UNIOSUN training
Sobowale clarified the distinction between skill acquisition and entrepreneurship during a training programme at Osun State University. The address focused on educating participants about the different requirements for business ownership compared to simply learning a technical craft or trade within the current Nigerian economic landscape.
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Education · Vanguard ·2009 FG/ ASUU Agreement: CONUA expresses solidarity with NAMDA over strike threat
The Congress of University Academics has expressed its support for the National Association of Medical and Dental Academics regarding their potential industrial action. This solidarity follows threats of a strike linked to the implementation of the 2009 agreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities.
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Education · BusinessDay ·NABTEB tops 100,000 applications as digital shift revives interest in technical colleges
The National Business and Technical Examinations Board has recorded over 100,000 applications, reflecting a renewed interest in technical colleges across Nigeria. This increase is driven by a digital shift within the vocational education sector, as more students seek practical skills through technical training programs offered by the board.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·CONUA slams ASUU, backs NAMDA’s right to strike
The Congress of University Academics has criticized the Academic Staff Union of Universities while expressing support for the National Association of Medical and Dental Academics. This public stance emphasizes CONUA's endorsement of NAMDA’s right to industrial action amidst ongoing discussions regarding labor rights and union autonomy within the Nigerian university system.
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Education · Daily Post ·Act on our agreement with you – ASUU tells Taraba govt
The Academic Staff Union of Universities has urged the Taraba State government to fulfill the terms of a previous agreement reached between both parties. The union seeks the implementation of these commitments to resolve pending issues and ensure the smooth operation of higher education institutions within the state.
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Education · BusinessDay ·LBS graduates 304 executives, urges ethical leadership amid trust crisis
Lagos Business School recently graduated 304 executives, emphasizing the necessity of ethical leadership to address the prevailing trust crisis. The institution encouraged the new graduates to maintain high standards of integrity and professional conduct as they assume various leadership responsibilities within their respective corporate and public sectors.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Taraba varsity ASUU seeks implementation of outstanding obligations
The Academic Staff Union of Universities at Taraba State University has called for the fulfillment of several outstanding agreements and financial obligations. The union is urging the state government and university management to address these issues to ensure labor harmony and improve the welfare of academic staff within the institution.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Tension as secondary school students clash in Port Harcourt
A violent confrontation involving secondary school students has caused significant tension in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Local authorities and security personnel are currently working to manage the situation and restore order within the impacted neighborhoods to ensure the safety of residents and students alike.
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Education · Channels TV ·
NELFUND Disburses ₦1.5bn To 6,129 Students
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed 1.5 billion naira to 6,129 students across various institutions. This financial allocation is part of the federal government's initiative to provide interest-free loans to support students in their higher education pursuits and alleviate the burden of tuition fees for beneficiaries.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Police Arrest 3 Over Death Of Kogi School Worker
The Nigeria Police Force has apprehended three suspects in connection with the death of a staff member at a school in Kogi State. The arrests follow investigations into the incident involving the deceased worker, as authorities work to establish the circumstances surrounding the death within the North-Central region.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Echono: Reimagining Federal University Governance
Sonny Echono is advocating for a transformation in the governance models of Nigeria's federal universities. The proposal emphasizes structural reforms intended to improve administrative accountability and operational standards across higher education institutions. This strategic shift seeks to address systemic issues and modernize the management of the nation's tertiary academic framework.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Abia Govt Preparing Children For Global Competition – Education Minister
The Minister of Education has noted that the Abia State Government is implementing strategic measures to prepare local students for international competition. These efforts focus on enhancing the quality of learning and providing children with the necessary skills to excel in a globalized economy through various educational reforms and initiatives.
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Education · Leadership News ·
New Uyo Varsity VC Assumes Office, Tasks Workers On Reforms
The newly appointed Vice-Chancellor of the University in Uyo has officially assumed office and urged staff members to support upcoming institutional reforms. This leadership transition marks the beginning of a new administrative era aimed at implementing strategic changes to enhance the university's operations and academic standards.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
NELFUND disburses N1.5 billion to three institutions, covering 6,129 students
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed N1.5 billion to three academic institutions to cover the tuition fees of 6,129 students. This payment marks a key milestone in the federal government's student loan program, aimed at providing financial support to Nigerians seeking higher education in various public institutions across the nation.
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Education · Leadership News ·
UBA Foundation Partners Slum2School On Financial Literacy
The UBA Foundation and Slum2School Africa have entered into a partnership aimed at promoting financial literacy among young people. This collaboration focuses on equipping students with essential money management skills and financial knowledge to foster better economic decision-making and empowerment within underserved communities across Nigeria.
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