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Education · Vanguard ·Unions reject TUC suspension, demand reversal of King’s College concession
Unions have rejected the suspension of the Trade Union Congress and called for the reversal of the concession involving King’s College. The development signals continued disagreement between labour representatives and the authorities over the institution’s management or operating arrangement.
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Education · The Punch ·Kaduna varsity workers reject selective implementation, demand equal pay
Workers at a university in Kaduna State have rejected what they describe as selective implementation of a policy or agreement, calling instead for equal pay. They are seeking uniform treatment among staff and an approach that ensures comparable workers receive the same remuneration under the relevant arrangement.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
US tightens F-1 visa rules, introduces four-year admission limit, cuts grace period to 30 days
The United States has tightened rules for F-1 international student visas, introducing a four-year limit on admission and reducing the post-authorisation grace period to 30 days. The changes may affect the length of eligible stays and the time students have to address their status after their authorised period ends.
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Education · The Punch ·
32,000 Nigerians to get free tech skills, certifications from FG academy
The Federal Government is set to provide 32,000 Nigerians with free technology skills training and professional certifications through a government-backed academy. The initiative is intended to expand access to digital education and improve participants’ technical qualifications.
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Education · The Punch ·
Ondo council chair gifts education materials to 1,000 pupils
The chairman of a local government council in Ondo State distributed educational materials to 1,000 pupils. The initiative focused on supporting schoolchildren with learning resources, although the headline does not specify the council involved, the materials provided, or the event’s date and wider details.
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Education · BusinessDay ·iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Programme Opens Registration for South-South Nigeria
The iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Programme has opened registration for applicants in South-South Nigeria. The initiative is focused on connecting skills development with employment opportunities, although the headline does not specify eligibility requirements, participating locations, application deadlines or the sectors covered.
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Education · Vanguard ·Owie carpets Tinubu over concession of Kings College
Owie has criticised President Bola Tinubu over the reported concession of King's College, raising concerns about the decision involving the federal institution. The headline indicates that the former lawmaker or public figure is challenging the administration's handling of the school's proposed concession.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
Young Nigerians in south-south can access free digital skills training and job opportunities through iDICE Programme
Young people in Nigeria’s south-south region are being offered access to free digital skills training and job opportunities through the iDICE Programme. The initiative is intended to help eligible participants develop technology-related capabilities and connect with employment prospects, although the headline does not provide details on eligibility, locations, application procedures or participating organisations.
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Education · Premium Times ·Akwa Ibom bans three students over alleged attacks on teachers
Authorities in Akwa Ibom State have banned three students following allegations that they attacked teachers. The measure concerns disciplinary action linked to the reported incidents, although the headline does not specify the students’ identities, the schools involved, the nature of the alleged attacks, or how long the bans will last.
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Education · BellaNaija ·How These Nigerians Graduated With Top Honours at Universities Abroad
BellaNaija highlights Nigerians who achieved top academic honours after graduating from universities abroad. The piece focuses on their educational accomplishments and international university experiences, presenting the graduates’ success as the central subject without providing further details about their institutions, fields of study or specific awards in the headline.
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Education · Premium Times ·Peter Obi asks UNN, others to release his academic records
Peter Obi has asked the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and other institutions to make his academic records publicly available. The request concerns documentation of his educational history, although the headline does not specify the institutions involved beyond UNN, the records sought, or the reasons for the request.
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Education · BusinessDay ·FG, workers reach truce over King’s College concession plan
The Federal Government and workers have reached an agreement to resolve differences over a proposed concession plan for King’s College. The truce suggests both sides will pursue discussions on the institution’s future management, although the headline does not specify the terms of the agreement or whether the concession will proceed.
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Education · Leadership News ·
King’s College Concession: TUC Directs Suspension Of Industrial Action
The Trade Union Congress has directed workers to suspend industrial action related to the concession of King’s College. The directive signals a pause in the labour dispute, though the headline does not specify the reasons, duration, or any terms connected to the suspension.
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Education · Channels TV ·FG Commits ₦10.5bn To Digital Training Academy For 32,000 Nigerians
The Federal Government has committed ₦10.5 billion to establish or support a digital training academy intended to equip 32,000 Nigerians with relevant skills. The initiative highlights government investment in digital education and workforce development, though the headline does not specify the academy’s location, training areas, implementation timeline or funding structure.
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Education · Premium Times ·94 new CCB officers graduate from EFCC Academy after training in investigation, enforcement
Ninety-four newly recruited officers of the Code of Conduct Bureau have graduated from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission Academy after completing training focused on investigation and enforcement. The graduation marks the completion of their professional preparation for duties related to the bureau’s mandate.
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Education · PM News ·
OAU announces new date for 2026 Post-UTME, extends registration deadline
Obafemi Awolowo University has announced a new date for its 2026 Post-UTME screening exercise and extended the deadline for prospective candidates to complete registration. The changes give applicants additional time and provide updated scheduling information for participation in the university’s admission process.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·Arabambi: Release my academic records, Peter Obi urges UNN
Peter Obi has urged the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, to release his academic records, according to a statement attributed to Arabambi. The headline indicates that the request concerns verification or disclosure of Obi’s educational records, but provides no further details about the institution’s response or the circumstances surrounding the appeal.
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Education · Daily Post ·Taraba community appeals for urgent rehabilitation of dilapidated school
Residents of a community in Taraba State are appealing to relevant authorities to urgently rehabilitate a school described as dilapidated. The appeal highlights concerns about the condition of the educational facility and seeks prompt intervention to restore a suitable learning environment for pupils and teachers.
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Education · Leadership News ·
Nigeria-Korea Institute Appoints Illiyasu Deputy Rector
The Nigeria-Korea Institute has appointed Illiyasu as its deputy rector. The headline indicates a change in the institute’s leadership, but provides no further details about the appointee, the effective date, or the circumstances surrounding the appointment.
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Education · The Punch ·
Peter Obi urges UNN to release his academic records
Peter Obi has called on the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, to release his academic records. The request concerns public access to information about his educational history, although the headline does not provide details about the records sought, the reasons for the appeal, or the university’s response.
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