Historian Anthony Prest applauds Tinubu for restoring history in schools
Historian Anthony Prest applauds Tinubu for restoring history in schools
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HND NYSC Saga Ends: Full-Time Graduates Cleared for Mobilization
In a significant clarification, the Federal Ministry of Education has reaffirmed that full-time Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates remain eligible for mobilization into the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program. The announcement, made by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alaussa, on March 20, 2025, resolves a recent controversy that had disrupted…
Katsina Governor Promises Education for All, as EU-UNESCO Launches EISS To Build Teachers Capacity
“According to recent UNESCO data, approximately 44 million teachers are needed to achieve universal primary and secondary education by 2030,” Albert stated. Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umar Radda, has assured the European Union and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) that his administration will ensure vulnerable groups in the State have access…
Police Nabs Three for Alleged Attack on NANS Members
The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of three suspects for alleged attack on some members of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) The suspects, who are youths, committed the crime on February 23, 2025, in Ogbese, Akure North Local Council Area of the state. According to the Police Public Relations Officer,…
RAMADAN: Northern CAN Expresses Worry Over School Closure
The Christian Association of Nigeria in the 19 Northern States and Abuja has bemoaned the closure of public and private schools in some Northern states as a result of Ramadan. In a statement issued on Monday in Kaduna, Northern CAN Chairman, Rev John Hayab, expressed concerns that the closure of school would negatively impact senior…
Hezekiah Varsity Announces N20 Million Scholarship for 50 Students
The Proprietor of Hezekiah University and the Archbishop of Living Christ Mission, Inc., Prof. Daddy Hezekiah, has announced an annual scholarship for 50 students of the institution worth over ₦20 million. The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Anthony Okere, disclosed this to newsmen during a pre-convocation press conference held at the VC’s conference hall…
Commissioner Berates Growing Rate of Illegal Schools, Hospitals in Plateau
Plateau State Commissioner for Education, Hon. Kachollom Gang, has decried the increasing proliferation of illegal schools and hospitals in the state. Gang made this statement on Tuesday in Jos during the inauguration of an investigative panel on the proliferation of private primary and secondary schools in the state. The commissioner explained that the exercise aimed…
Workers Express Gratitude as Kwara Poly Ups Salary by 20,000
Kwara State Polytechnic has announced a N20,000 monthly salary increase for all part-time staff, effective immediately. In an official communication to concerned staff members, Engr. Ahmed Kazeem, Director of Continuing Centre Education, confirmed the salary adjustment while expressing appreciation to the institution’s Rector. “We are thrilled to inform you that your monthly salary will be…
Nigeria Ends JSS and SSS, Introduces 12-Year Basic Education
In a bold move to transform education, the Federal Government has scrapped the Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS) tiers, introducing a 12-year compulsory basic education model. The new system ensures uninterrupted schooling until age 16, with a focus on vocational skills and a standardized national curriculum. While stakeholders applaud the reform’s potential to reduce dropout rates and align with global standards, concerns remain over implementation challenges. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa emphasized the policy’s goal to equip youth for future success, but details on funding and infrastructure are still unfolding.
Tinubu Steps Down UniAbuja VC, Governing Council
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has stepped down Prof. Aisha Sani Maikudi as the Vice Chancellor of University of Abuja, now known as Yakubu Gowon University. This was contained in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, who said the changes are to take effect immediately. Read…