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Education · ThisDay ·COREN Announces 2026 Assembly as NUC, JAMB Approve Quotas for Engineering Courses
The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria has scheduled its 2026 assembly. This announcement follows the decision by the National Universities Commission and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board to approve specific admission quotas for engineering courses across Nigerian universities to regulate student intake and maintain professional standards.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Enrolment Drops in NABTEB National Common Entrance Examination for 2026
The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) reports a decrease in candidate registrations for the 2026 National Common Entrance Examination. This decline in enrolment figures reflects current trends in technical and vocational education participation across Nigeria, as fewer students have signed up for the upcoming assessment compared to previous cycles.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Centre Inaugurates Advisory Board To Bridge Auto Skills Gap
An automotive center has inaugurated a new advisory board dedicated to addressing the technical skills gap within Nigeria's transport sector. The board is expected to provide strategic guidance on vocational training and industry standards to ensure the workforce meets modern technological requirements in the automobile industry.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Oloyede’s JAMB Legacy: Sweeping Reforms, Tough Tests and Lasting Impact
Registrar Ishaq Oloyede has introduced various structural and administrative reforms at the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board. These changes include more rigorous examination standards and operational shifts aimed at enhancing the integrity of tertiary entrance assessments in Nigeria, resulting in a documented influence on the country's education sector.
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Education · ThisDay ·
NUC Approves Five New Health Programmes for Wellspring University
The National Universities Commission has approved the commencement of five new health-related academic programmes at Wellspring University. This regulatory clearance allows the institution to expand its curriculum within the medical and health sciences sector, providing more opportunities for students seeking professional training in these specialized fields in Nigeria.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Exam Prep Mistakes Nigerian Students Make Every Term And How to Avoid Them
Nigerian students often encounter recurring challenges during examination preparation every academic term. Identifying common mistakes and implementing effective study strategies helps learners improve their overall performance. This guidance outlines standard errors observed within the Nigerian educational system and provides practical solutions to ensure better academic outcomes and more efficient study habits.
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Education · ThisDay ·
EKSU’s 107th Inaugural Lecturer Says Mathematics Holds Key to Solving Nigeria’s Real-Life Challenges
The 107th inaugural lecturer at Ekiti State University has stated that mathematics is essential for addressing real-life challenges in Nigeria. During the academic presentation, the lecturer emphasized the importance of mathematical applications in finding solutions to various national issues, highlighting the subject's role in driving growth and national development.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Three Nigerian Students Win Gold at International STEM Olympiad in Rome
Three Nigerian students have secured gold medals at the International STEM Olympiad held in Rome, Italy. The achievement highlights the academic excellence of Nigerian youths in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics on a global stage. This victory represents a significant milestone for the country's participation in prestigious international academic competitions.
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Education · The Punch ·Our universities are teaching in the dark
Nigerian universities currently face significant challenges due to persistent power outages and a lack of electricity on campuses. These energy supply issues hinder effective teaching and learning processes across various institutions in the country, highlighting the urgent need for improved infrastructure to support the national higher education system.
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Education · Daily Trust ·
Safeguard NYSC’s unifying mission
Stakeholders are calling for the protection of the National Youth Service Corps' primary objective of promoting national unity across Nigeria. The scheme continues to face challenges that threaten its core mission of integrating diverse ethnic groups and fostering peace among the nation's youth population through compulsory service.
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Education · Vanguard ·Oyo school kidnap: Security forces trace abductors’ network, associates
Security agencies in Oyo State have begun tracking the communication networks and associates of individuals involved in a recent school kidnapping. These operations are part of broader efforts to dismantle criminal groups in the region and secure the release of individuals currently held by the abductors.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·How we are future-proofing modern Nigerian professionals through skill-focused education — Seyi Akanbi
Seyi Akanbi outlines strategies for enhancing the professional capabilities of Nigerians through the implementation of skill-focused educational models. The initiative aims to equip workers with practical expertise to ensure their long-term relevance in the global job market while addressing the specific needs of modern industries within the country.
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Education · The Punch ·
Wellspring varsity gets NUC approval for five health courses
Wellspring University has received official approval from the National Universities Commission to introduce five new health science courses. This regulatory clearance enables the institution to expand its academic curriculum within the medical field, following an assessment of the university's facilities and resources by the commission.
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Education · The Punch ·
EFCC hands over 1,452 recovered items to Unity Schools
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission recently handed over one thousand four hundred and fifty-two recovered items to various Unity Schools across Nigeria. These items, seized during anti-graft operations, are being repurposed to enhance the educational environment within the federal institutions, representing a significant redistribution of assets recovered from financial crimes.
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Education · The Punch ·
Education minister inaugurates Abia smart school
The Minister of Education has officially inaugurated a new smart school in Abia State. This development aims to modernize the learning environment and integrate advanced technology into the educational sector within the region, reflecting the federal government's commitment to enhancing teaching and learning infrastructure for students in Nigeria.
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Education · Vanguard ·Adeboye urges students to pursue excellence, prays against school kidnappings
Pastor Enoch Adeboye has encouraged students to prioritize academic and personal excellence in their pursuits. During a recent engagement, he also offered prayers for the protection of educational institutions against the recurring threat of student kidnappings within Nigeria.
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Education · Daily Post ·Minister commissions Abia smart school as Otti warns against extortion of pupils
A federal minister has officially commissioned a new smart school in Abia State to enhance the local learning environment. During the ceremony, Governor Alex Otti cautioned school authorities against the extortion of students, reiterating his administration's stance on maintaining ethical standards and ensuring accessible education for all pupils within the state.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Tinubu transforming proceeds of crimes into investment in education — Alausa
President Bola Tinubu is redirecting recovered criminal assets into investments within the Nigerian education sector. According to official statements from Alausa, this initiative focuses on utilizing forfeited proceeds to enhance educational infrastructure and funding, marking a strategic shift in the management of recovered funds for national public benefit.
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Education · Vanguard ·UNICAL suspends 19 students over exam malpractice
The University of Calabar has suspended nineteen students following allegations of involvement in examination malpractice. The institution took this disciplinary action as part of its efforts to maintain academic integrity and discourage misconduct among the student population during the evaluation process.
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Education · Vanguard ·Medical academics tell FG to resolve welfare dispute in 21 days or face industrial action
Medical academics have issued a twenty-one-day ultimatum to the Federal Government to address ongoing welfare disputes. The group warned that failure to resolve these concerns within the specified timeframe would result in industrial action across the country. This move highlights the escalating tensions between health educators and the government regarding working conditions.
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