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Education · Leadership News ·CLA Launches Theology Programme To Empower African Lay Catholics
The Catholic Lay Apostolate (CLA) has introduced a theology programme aimed at strengthening the knowledge and capacity of lay Catholics across Africa. The initiative is intended to support their participation in church activities and service, although the headline does not provide details on the programme’s structure, location or implementation.
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Education · The Punch ·JAMB sacks staff for extorting candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has dismissed one or more employees accused of extorting candidates. The disciplinary action highlights the examination body’s response to alleged demands for improper payments from applicants, although the headline does not provide details about the affected staff, amounts involved or specific circumstances.
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Education · Daily Post ·Uba Sani gives basic education a boost, enhances human capital
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani is reported to have introduced measures aimed at strengthening basic education and improving human capital development. The headline indicates a focus on supporting foundational learning and building people’s skills and capabilities, but provides no further details on the specific initiatives, funding, beneficiaries or implementation timeline.
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Education · Daily Post ·JAMB lifts SIM, email change ban, gives candidates fresh directives
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has removed its restriction on changing candidates’ registered SIM numbers and email addresses. It also issued new instructions for candidates, who are expected to follow the updated procedures when seeking to amend their contact details or access related examination services.
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Education · ThisDay ·
Unique Prizes, Bursary Highlight GKS Youths’ Assembly in Lagos
A GKS youths’ assembly in Lagos featured the presentation of unique prizes and bursaries. The event focused on recognising participants and providing educational support, although the headline does not specify the recipients, organisers, prize categories or value of the bursaries.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·How to prepare for the GRE, improve your chances of top score
The Nigerian Tribune headline focuses on preparation strategies for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), outlining how prospective test-takers can organise their study and strengthen their performance to improve their chances of achieving a top score.
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Education · Nigerian Tribune ·How to write a winning statement of purpose for international scholarships
The guide explains how scholarship applicants can prepare a strong statement of purpose for international study opportunities. It focuses on the likely elements, structure and presentation needed to communicate an applicant’s academic interests, goals and suitability clearly and effectively.
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Education · PM News ·
JAMB declares war on internal fraud, sacks staff
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced measures to combat internal fraud within the organisation, including the dismissal of some staff members. The move signals a disciplinary response to suspected wrongdoing and an effort to strengthen integrity in the board’s operations.
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Education · PM News ·
JAMB sacks staff
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has dismissed one or more members of its staff. The headline does not provide details on the number of employees affected, the reasons for the sackings, or any official response from the examination body.
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Education · Vanguard ·UK QTS: Full list of countries whose teachers can apply as Nigeria loses eligibility
The United Kingdom has published a list of countries whose teachers remain eligible to apply for Qualified Teacher Status, following Nigeria’s removal from the eligibility list. The development affects Nigerian teachers seeking UK recognition and highlights a change in the countries covered by the application route.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
Education services inflation rises to 10.72% in August as new academic session begins
Education services inflation increased to 10.72% in August, coinciding with the start of Nigeria’s new academic session. The rise indicates that costs linked to education services became more expensive during the period, potentially adding to financial pressures on households as schools resumed and families met related academic expenses.
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Education · The Punch ·
Kwara Poly expels 42 students for exam malpractice
Kwara State Polytechnic has expelled 42 students after they were found involved in examination malpractice. The disciplinary action affects the students’ status at the institution and highlights the polytechnic’s response to breaches of examination rules, although the headline does not provide further details about the specific offences or timing.
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Education · BusinessDay ·Over 4,500 schools, 8,000 communities at risk of flooding, agency reports
An agency report has identified more than 4,500 schools and 8,000 communities as being at risk of flooding. The assessment highlights the potential exposure of educational institutions and populated areas, underscoring the scale of flood-related risks across affected locations.
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Education · The Punch ·
JAMB opens SIM, email update for candidates who lost access
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has opened a process for candidates who lost access to their registered phone numbers or email accounts to update those details. The measure is intended to help affected candidates regain access to JAMB-related communications and services.
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Education · BellaNaija ·Halima Yahaya: How I Got a Scholarship to Study in America But Couldn’t Make It There
Halima Yahaya recounts receiving a scholarship to study in the United States but being unable to travel or take up the opportunity. The account focuses on the circumstances surrounding the missed educational opportunity and her experience of securing the scholarship.
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Education · ThisDay ·
JAMB Cancels Ban on SIM Swap, Email Change for Candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has lifted its ban on candidates changing their registered email addresses or swapping SIM cards. The reversal restores access to these services for candidates, although the headline does not provide details on the reasons for the decision, effective date, or applicable procedures.
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Education · Premium Times ·NLC opposes concession of King’s College, other Unity Colleges
The Nigeria Labour Congress has opposed plans to concession King’s College and other Unity Colleges. The position signals resistance to transferring the management or operation of the federal government-owned schools to private or external operators, although the headline does not specify the proposed terms, reasons for the concession, or the next steps.
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Education · Daily Post ·Nursing students protest repeated hostel raids in Taraba
Nursing students in Taraba State have protested what they describe as repeated raids on their hostels. The demonstrations highlight concerns about the security and disruption faced by the students, although the headline does not provide details about who carried out the raids, when they occurred, or the response from authorities.
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Education · Nairametrics ·
JAMB approves one-time change of registered GSM numbers, email addresses
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has approved a one-time opportunity for candidates to change the GSM phone numbers and email addresses linked to their registration records. The measure allows eligible applicants to update these contact details, though the headline does not specify the procedure, timing or conditions for making the changes.
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Education · PM News ·
Oseni Gbolahan drives youth empowerment, equips 2,000 Nigerians for leadership
Oseni Gbolahan is leading a youth empowerment initiative focused on developing leadership capacity among Nigerians. The programme has reportedly equipped 2,000 participants, indicating a broad effort to prepare young people for leadership roles and increased civic or professional responsibility.
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