The ten-day #endbadgovernment protests which began on August 1 and ended on August 10, have emerged as a powerful social movement, capturing the attention of many, particularly students. These protests, which have taken place in various countries, often aim to address issues such as corruption, lack of accountability, and inefficiency in governance. For students, these […]
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Amidst the rapidly evolving 21st century, technological advancements are driving a significant transformation in how societies operate. The digital age has brought about new opportunities for innovation, communication, and growth. As we observe International Youth Day under the theme “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,”it’s essential to recognise the crucial role
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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) on Monday released the results of May/June 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). This was contained in a statement on their verified on Monday. It stated, “The West African Examinations Council is pleased to inform Candidates who sat WASSCE for School Candidates, 2024 that the result has
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The management of the University of Benin has prohibited the use of hot plates, ring boilers and gas cookers in its hostels to cut increasing energy-related expenditures by the university. The university, in a circular signed by its Registrar, Ademola Bobola, said any violator of this prohibition order would be rusticated from the school. A
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Tuteria, the leading tutoring platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with 1 Million Teachers, a global education organization dedicated to empowering educators with the skills they need to succeed in today’s digital age. Under this partnership, 1 Million Teachers will provide training and professional development opportunities to tutors on the Tuteria platform. This
STEM education, which stands for science , technology, engineering , and mathematics , plays a crucial role in preparing students for a world increasingly driven by technology and innovation. As we look towards the future, STEM education is evolving to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. This evolution is driven by new educational
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No fewer than 62,000 Primary Six pupils, on Saturday, sat the 2024 common entrance (placement) examinations into public junior secondary schools across the 16 Local Government Areas in Kwara State. The Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo-Kawu, disclosed this in Ilorin. Modibbo-Kawu, alongside a team from the ministry, monitored the exercise
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The Chief Executive Officer of Moniepoint, Tosin Eniolorunda, has awarded prizes to three young entrepreneurs from the University of Lagos as part of the inaugural Tosin Eniolorunda Innovation Challenge. The founder of Craft by Leemart, a fashion leather brand, Halimat Ariyo, emerged as the winner, receiving N1m in prize money. SafeMom, a healthtech startup, addressing
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Leading beverage brand, 7Up, has unveiled Ms. Boluwatife Akinola as the 14th recipient of its prestigious 7Up Harvard Business School scholarship award. Ms. Akinola was unveiled during an exclusive ceremony held at the Seven-Up Bottling Company headquarters on Saturday in Ijora, Lagos. The fully-funded MBA scholarship at the world-renowned Harvard Business School in Boston, Massachusetts,
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Chairman of the Governing Board of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta, Prof Kamaldeen Balogun, has debunked allegations of corruption and misconduct in the running of the affairs of the institution. Balogun, who is also the Chief Imam of Egba Gbagura, said that his administration, since coming on board in 2022, has been pursuing transparency, prudency and
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The Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe, in the Southern Ijaw Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has offered five scholarships to the first five students in each of the five newly-accredited departments. The new courses are Petroleum Engineering, Welding and Fabrication, Oceanography, Cooperative Economics and Maritime Technology. The Rector, Lukman Agbabiaka, disclosed the scholarship offer at the
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Obtaining advanced education has long been a goal for many individuals, including young aspirants and adults engaged in the competitive pursuit of knowledge. Beyond the financial advantages it offers, higher education can lead to financial stability and profoundly impact one’s life. In today’s world, the importance of education cannot be overstated, given its influence on
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The Rotary Club of Abuja, Kubwa (RCAK), District 9127, has announced its plan to sponsor 30 out-of-school children in Abuja. The initiative, which includes covering their school fees and providing essential academic supplies, was unveiled by Olayemi Idowu during her investiture as the 10th President of RCAK. During the ceremony held in Abuja, Idowu emphasized
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Nigerian human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the current monthly stipend of N33,000 as a “slave wage.” He is calling for a significant increase in the allowance to N250,000 and proposing that the NYSC program be made optional for graduates. Sowore’s remarks come in light of growing dissatisfaction among corps members over their financial
Welcome to the 10-episode series on my shocking experience as a millennial lecturer teaching Gen-Z students in a Federal University in Nigeria in the last 12 years. It’s a collection of my classroom interactions with a generation of quick-witted, internet-savvy young adults who are “too bold” for their own good. Read episode 8 here. _____________
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