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9 educational facts about Nigeria’s first female permanent secretary of education ministry

1.Didi Esther Walson-Jack attended the Federal Government Girls’ College in Benin City and the Federal Government College in Ilorin. 2. She is among the first individuals educated at Nigeria’s Unity Schools to achieve the position of Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education. 3. She Holds a Bachelor of Law degree from the University of […]

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Tinubu appoints Walson-Jack as perm sec in education ministry

President Bola Tinubu has named Didi Esther Walson-Jack, as the Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education. An esteemed ex-student of the Federal Government Girls’ College in Benin City and the Federal Government College in Ilorin, is among the first individuals educated at Nigeria’s Unity Schools to achieve this high-ranking position within the Ministry

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Nigeria’s national council on education approves landmark hiv & aids policy for educational inclusivity

Nigeria’s National Council on Education (NCE) has officially given the green light to the National Policy on HIV & AIDS for the Education Sector, declaring it a national working document. This approval marks the culmination of a journey that began in 2005 with the drafting of the initial policy. The bespoke education law firm and

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EWAN holds 2023 education summit, harps on research, internal security

The Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria (EWAN) is set to hold its annual education summit with the theme ‘Research for National Development: Nigeria’s Internal Security in Focus’. The summit, which is the fourth edition, will be held on December 19 at Radisson Blu Ikeja Lagos. The Chairman of Lagos State Research and Innovation Council and

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Parenting Styles: How different styles shape your child’s growth

The intricate and multifaceted journey of parenting, encompassing a vast array of responsibilities, leaves an undeniable mark on children’s emotional, social, and cognitive development. This process is further shaped by the parenting style adopted, playing a crucial role in guiding children’s growth. To begin, parenting is more than just providing for basic needs. It’s a

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Tinubu promises more investment in education

President Bola Tinubu has stated the readiness of his administration to continue to invest in education for the graduates coming out of Nigerian universities to be able to compete with colleagues from other higher institutions across the globe. Tinubu also said his administration would look into some harsh regulatory frameworks hindering the improvement of tertiary

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Nigeria’s education system a ticking time bomb, Oloja warns

Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of The Guardian, Martins Oloja, yesterday, described Nigeria’s education system as a ticking time bomb due to poor policies, inadequate investment and lack of commitment on the part of policymakers. He stressed the urgent need for reform, advocating adoption of the Singaporean model and a holistic approach to address the country’s educational challenges.

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70% of Nigerian students involved in cybercrimes says EFCC chair

Ola Olukoyede, the Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), expressed deep worry over the prevalence of Nigerian youth involved in cybercrimes. In a statement issued by the EFCC, Olukoyede highlighted the alarming statistic that seven out of ten students in Nigeria are now participating in cybercrimes. Speaking during a courtesy visit from

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Positive reactions emerge as Enugu state Governor unveils 2024 budget prioritising education, infrastructure

Governor Peter Mbah’s recent announcement of the 2024 budget for Enugu State, with a significant emphasis on education and infrastructure, has garnered positive reactions from Nigerians. The governor’s commitment to allocating 33% of the budget to the education sector has been particularly praised, reflecting a recognition of the pivotal role education plays in societal development.

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‘Elevating education, nutrition, others vital for national development’

A leading mayonnaise brand, BAMA Mayonnaise, has restated commitment to the nation’s development, saying elevating education, nutrition and investment in young talents are ways by which it would be achieved. The firm stated this at the Third Annual Adéwálé Students’ Conference and Inter-School STEM quiz competition in Ogun. Brand Manager for the Mayonnaise Category GBFoods,

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House deputy speaker seeks more investments in education, Others

Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu has urged governments at all levels to prioritise investing in education and human capital development. He said more attention need to be paid to infrastructural development in the country. In a press statement issued yesterday by his chief press secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, Kalu made the

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Kwara Gov appoints STEM expert Adetola Salau Special Adviser on Education

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has appointed Adetola Ariyike Salau PhD as the Special Adviser on Education, focusing on policy development in the crucial sector. Salau, a respected education policy expert hailing from Offa, specializes in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), having authored numerous books and articles in the field. Her notable works include

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I’ll continue to prioritise tertiary education – Tinubu

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reaffirmed that his administration will continue to prioritise tertiary education with a focus on producing highly qualified graduates capable of competing globally. The President reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting educational institutions to make them globally competitive for economic and technological advancement. Edugist reports that the Tinubu spoke during the

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Education is surest path to overcoming poverty, says Otti

as Adventists mark 100 years anniversary Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has said that his administration was interested in promoting education, which in his experience and conviction, presents the surest path to overcoming the burden of poverty and the bondages that come with ignorance. Otti made the assertion Saturday in Aba, the commercial hub

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UN Report: Education technology should be used carefully

The COVID-19 pandemic showed how useful digital technology could be for schools. But it also showed the limitations of technology in the educational setting. Millions of students were able to attend classes online to avoid spreading the virus. But many students failed to learn by such methods. Their educational progress slowed and in some cases

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Morocco’s education ministry to allocate $390 million to rebuild affected schools

Morocco’s Earthquake: Education Ministry To Allocate $390 Million to Rebuild AThe Minister of National Education, Preschool, and Sports, Chakib Benmoussa, announced on Monday that his department will allocate around MAD 4 billion ($390 million) to contribute to the reconstruction and rehabilitation of schools affected by the devastating earthquake that struck Al Haouz region on September

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I will revamp education in Zamfara- Gov Lawal

Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to revitalising the education sector. He stated this on Monday, he conducted an inspection tour of the College of Nursing and Command Science Secondary School (Girls) in the state capital, Gusau. According to a statement by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, the inspection tour

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Ndume kicks off educational support project for constituents

Senator Ali Mohammed Ndume has inaugurated Education Support Project for his constituents. The lawmaker expressed his firm belief in the transformative power of the support given to students in pursuit of their education. He said ongoing efforts to expand the Ndume Educational Support programme, underlined the need for substantial investments in education from the government

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