“In the last 10 years, conflict-related violence has led to more than 1,680 children abducted while at school and elsewhere; 180 children killed due to attacks on schools; an estimated 60 school staff kidnapped and 14 killed, and more than 70 attacks on schools, according to verified reports by the United Nations.
REPORT: A decade of attacks on schools Read More »
The University of Ilorin has entered into a partnership with the North-China University of Water Resources and Electric Power, Zhengzhou, Henan, China. The UNILORIN ’s official bulletin released on Monday said that the agreement was formalised last Thursday (September 5, 2024) through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, is to establish academic linkages and
UNILORIN, Chinese varsity partner on academic collaboration Read More »
The Federal Government has directed the exclusion of third-party research grant funds of federal universities and research institutions from the Treasury Single Account. In a letter from the National Universities Commission to Vice Chancellors, dated 6th September 2024 and seen by our correspondent on Monday in Abuja, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, conveyed
FG exempts varsities’ research grants from TSA Read More »
In today’s digital era, literacy goes beyond reading and writing; it includes understanding the digital world we live in. As children and teenagers become increasingly immersed in technology, the importance of digital literacy among young individuals cannot be overstated. It is essential to equip them with the necessary skills to navigate the digital world safely
The importance of digital literacy in preparing juveniles for the 21st century Read More »
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, approved the appointment of Chief Ajuri Ngelale as the Official Spokesperson as well as the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity in July 2023 and by September 2024, he announced his resignation. His reason for resignation was due to health reasons and that he needs a Leave
10 things you need to know about Ajuri Ngelale Read More »
The proprietress of His Majesty Group of Schools in Sapele, Delta State, Mrs. Fatima Umukoro, was allegedly murdered by her 25-year-old son, Emmanuel Umukoro, in a tragic incident that took place on Saturday night, September 8, 2024. Mrs. Umukoro, wife of Rev. Prince Umukoro, the resident pastor of Victory Family Assembly International (VIFA), was well-known
Proprietress of Delta school allegedly murdered by son in shocking incident Read More »
Ten-year-old girl Amara Henry has released her debut book to instil good virtues in Nigerian children and inspire them to become positive contributors to society. The book, “My Decade of Creative Writing,” was unveiled by the Supreme Foundation Education in Magodo, Lagos State, on Saturday. It is a collection of Amara’s creative writing from primary
10-year-old author presents debut book in Lagos Read More »
The Federal Government has set up committees to resolve certain grey arrears raised by the Academic Staff Union of Universities in an ultimatum issued close to three weeks ago, the Vice President, ASUU, Prof. Chris Piwuna, made this known to our correspondent in Abuja. The committee will meet on September 11, 2024. These were the
Panel, ASUU meet Wednesday over strike threat Read More »
The Faculty of Education at the University of Ibadan hosted its second annual Dean’s Prize and Award Ceremony, recognizing the outstanding efforts of 33 students and seven lecturers. The event attracted notable figures including Vice Chancellor Professor Kayode Adebowale, former Vice-Chancellor Professor Idowu Olayinka, deans from various faculties, and heads of departments. Professor Olufemi Adegbesan,
UI awards seven lecturers, 33 students Read More »
Primary and secondary schools in Lagos and Delta states will resume today for the 2024/2025 academic session. The Kano State government, which had earlier announced school resumption, however, postponed it for what it termed “some urgent reasons.” Students had gone on a long vacation in Lagos State after the 2023/2024 session ended on July 19,
Lagos, Delta schools resume today Read More »
The Misilli Community Development Foundation says it has facilitated the enrolment of 50 poor and vulnerable children into primary school. Isma’il Misilli, the founder of the foundation, disclosed this at the presentation of school bags and writing materials to vulnerable children in Gombe on Sunday. Misilli, who is also the director general, press affairs, Government
Foundation enrols 50 vulnerable children in primary school Read More »
The Senate Clerk of the National Association of Nigerian Students, National Headquarters, Oladimeji Uthman, has called on economic managers to reverse the newly introduced electronic money charged by Fintechs. In a statement signed by Uthman on Sunday, he voiced strong opposition to the new policy, which mandates a N50 deduction on every electronic transfer of
NANS demands reversal of Fintech’s N50 transfer levy Read More »
The Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia, through its Centre for Continuing Professional Education, Faculty of Philology, has completed a transformative six-month professional training programme across Nigeria and Ghana. The programme which impacted over 1,500 participants, was held in two phases, from January to March 2024, focusing on key areas such as academic writing, research publication,
Russian varsity empowers over 1,500 African professionals with new skills Read More »
“Stay ahead of the educational curve! Subscribe to Edugist’s newsletter for the latest insights, trends, and updates in the world of education. Join our community today and never miss out on valuable content. Sign up now!”
