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How extracurricular activities promote academic excellence among students

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Ab initio, extracurricular activities refer to any organised or self-directed activity that takes place outside of the regular academic curriculum. They can range from sports, music, and drama to community service, clubs, and hobbies. Extracurricular activities provide a plethora of benefits for students, including improved social skills, a sense of belonging, stress relief, and leadership […]

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OSPOLY Alumni Association leads Seminar, donates equipment to boost student success

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The recent seminar organised by the National Association of Polytechnic Accountancy Students (NAPAS) Alumni Association at Osun State Polytechnic, Iree, sheds light on the symbiotic relationship between alumni and current students. Not only did the seminar focus on project management and job hunting, but it also showcased the commitment of alumni to give back to

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15 useful tips to pass WAEC, JAMB 2024

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) are two of the most critical examinations for students who are done with their secondary school education in Nigeria. These examinations shape the academic future of most Nigerian students. These examinations will determine whether they will proceed to a University, Polytechnic

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The importance of healthy eating habits for JAMB, WAEC exams

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The West African Examinations Council popularly known as (WAEC) is a renowned examination body that conducts standardized examinations for countries in West Africa (Nigeria, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and the Gambia). This examination was established in 1952, to assess secondary school student’s academic performance after spending six years in school (three years in junior secondary school

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Report: Inside Lagos State University students exam survival tactics

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Lagos State University (LASU), renowned for its academic rigour, is a melting pot of diligent scholars striving to excel despite the challenges posed by examinations. In an exclusive interview with Habeebah Ashiru and other committed LASU students by Edugist reporter Abdulhaqq Obisesan Oladimeji, they shed light on the various strategies employed by students to navigate

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Greensprings students’ app wins $7.2M scholarships

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Greensprings School students have achieved a remarkable feat with their groundbreaking phone application, ‘Juiceitup,’ winning $7.2 million in scholarships along with a cash prize of N2.5 million in the Conrad Challenge. For the second consecutive year, three students from Greensprings School – Idara Attah, Imaobong Apkan Chinyere, and Mirabel Njoku, collectively known as ‘Team Lavendaire,’

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UNILORIN expels five students, rusticates 14 for various offences

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The University of Ilorin, located in Kwara State, has taken decisive disciplinary actions against a group of students. The university administration, led by Director of Corporate Affairs Kunle Akogun, announced the expulsion of five students and the rustication of 14 others. The decision follows a thorough review by the university’s Students’ Disciplinary Committee, chaired by

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NSUK SUG president suspended over misconduct, tragedy

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The President of the Students’ Union Government (SUG) at Nasarawa State University, Keffi (NSUK), Comrade Buhari Ari Ibrahim, commonly known as Bombay, has been indefinitely suspended from his position with immediate effect due to allegations of gross misconduct. The decision was reached by the Legislative Arm of the Union following an emergency plenary session convened

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Australia implements strict visa regulations for Nigerian students

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The Australian Government has announced the implementation of stringent visa regulations targeting Nigerian students and other international applicants amid a surge in migration numbers. Effective immediately, heightened English language proficiency requirements for student and graduate visas will be enforced, alongside measures granting authorities the ability to suspend education providers found in repeated violation of regulations

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Remaining abducted Zamfara varsity students regain freedom after 6 Months in captivity

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‘Nine’ of the remaining abducted female students of the Federal University in Gusau, Zamfara State have regained their freedom. Recall that on September 22, 2023, suspected terrorists raided the off-campus hostels at Sabon Gidan Community, near the Federal University, Gusau, abducting a total of twenty-four female students. Three labourers, all males, registered with GUPRAN Engineering

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Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro expels student over drug offences

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The Rector of the Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro in Ogun State, Mukail Akinde, has officially announced the expulsion of a female student, Susan Isoyo, following her arrest by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) ten months prior. This declaration was made during a press briefing preceding the institution’s combined 2024 convocation ceremony on Tuesday. Isoyo

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BREAKING: NECO releases 2023 SSCE external results

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The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2023 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) results. The examination body also said that it blacklisted two supervisors in Oyo and Lagos states and one examination centre in Borno state for being involved in examination malpractices in the 2023 SSCE external. NECO’s Registrar/Chief Executive, Professor

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NYSC stops corpers from posting camp activities on social media

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The Director-General, National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Yusha’u Ahmed, has warned corps members against sharing camp activities on social media. The DG said this while addressing the 2024 Batch A Stream 1 corps members at the NYSC Ogun State Permanent Orientation Camp on Sunday, February 25 in Sagamu. He states that moments captured during

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LUTH matriculates 275 students across three schools

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Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH)has held its matriculation ceremony on Friday, welcoming 275 students from three schools within the university for the 2023/2024 academic session. According to reports from the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN). Among the matriculants, 140 students hailed from the College of Nursing Services, while 65 received Ordinary National Diplomas (OND) and

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How schools can stop the use of mobile phones throughout the school day

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In this modern age dominated by technology, the widespread presence of mobile phones has infiltrated all aspects of our lives, including educational environments. While these devices offer undeniable benefits in terms of communication and access to information, their extensive use in schools has raised concerns about distraction, disruption, and potential harm to the learning environment.

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UK education initiative targets 600,000 global students by 2030

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In a bid to enhance its educational landscape and bolster its economic prowess, the United Kingdom (UK) has set its sights on welcoming an impressive influx of international students by 2030. With a target of accommodating 600,000 students annually, the UK government aims to harness the transformative power of education, particularly from key nations such

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Generator fumes claim lives of two students at Kogi State Polytechnic

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The Kogi State Polytechnic in Lokoja has been struck by tragedy as two of its students, Bilikisu Tijani Eleojo, aged 20, and Ibrahim Haliru, lost their lives due to inhalation of generator fumes. Confirming the unfortunate incident, the Kogi State Police Public Relations Officer, SP William Ovye Aya, disclosed the details in a telephone interview

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ASUU gears up for another showdown with FG

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There are fears that the nation’s university workers under the umbrella of Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, are gearing up for another confrontation with the federal government over issues bordering on members’ welfare, working conditions, among others. This is even as the university workers have expressed disappointment over President Bola Tinubu’s failure to fulfil

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FUOYE lecturer, students manufacture electric vehicle, bicycle, mechatronic doors

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The Federal University of Oye Ekiti has recorded a breakthrough in science and technology with the manufacturing of an electric vehicle, a bicycle and mechatronic doors. According to reports from ADULAWO News, the electric vehicle underwent testing on Monday under the supervision of the university’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abayomi Fasina, drawing admiration and applause from

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Ekiti schoolchildren, teachers abducted gain freedom

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The kidnapped schoolchildren and teachers of the Apostolic Faith Group of Schools in Emure-Ekiti, Ekiti State, have been freed from their captors. The release occurred at approximately 2:00 am on Sunday, bringing relief to the community. The Chairman of Emure Local Government, Mr Adebayo Oluwatosin who confirmed this to newsmen in a telephone conversation, this

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