One of the vital structures in the educational system in Nigeria is the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). It is an agency that plays a pivotal role in shaping the foundation of education in Nigeria. While it may not be a household name to many, UBEC’s influence on the nation’s basic education system is immeasurable. […]
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EducationUSA Nigeria is set to open doors to a world of academic possibilities with its 23rd annual EducationUSA College Fair, scheduled to take place from September 17 to 19 in the bustling cities of Abuja and Lagos. This eagerly anticipated event will provide an opportunity for Nigerian students aspiring to expand their educational horizons in
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Cardi B, born Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar on October 11, 1992, is an American rapper, songwriter, and actress who rose to fame through her candid social media presence and later as a cast member on the reality TV show Love & Hip Hop: New York. She gained widespread recognition with her chart-topping single “Bodak Yellow” in
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The University of British Columbia (UBC) offers the prestigious Killam Postdoctoral Research Fellowship, a unique opportunity for outstanding scholars to engage in advanced research in Canada. Funded by the Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Fund for Advanced Studies, the fellowship is designed to support early-career researchers who demonstrate exceptional intellectual ability and strong character, as envisioned
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McKinsey & Company is excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2024 Forward Learning Programme, a comprehensive, free, ten-week online course designed to empower African professionals with essential skills for the future workplace. This initiative aims to equip participants with practical tools and knowledge to enhance their career prospects. Benefits: Participants in the
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Stakeholders commemorating International Education Day have vowed to safeguard educational institutions in conflict-prone zones. The stakeholders who claim to be committed to safeguarding educational institutions from attacks insist that the critical role education plays in the development of any society can not be over-emphasised. It was reported that the event, which is celebrated on September
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The United Nations Children’s Fund has stated that poor sanitation and open defecation can negatively impact students’ academic performance and lead to absenteeism. Speaking on Thursday at a two-day media dialogue on “Ending Open Defecation in Nigeria and the Elimination of Neglected Tropical Diseases,” UNICEF WASH Specialist, Chisom Adimora, explained that the lack of toilets
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Joseph Nsengimana has been appointed as Rwanda Minister of Education by President Paul Kagame. Before his appointment, Joseph served as Director of the Centre for Innovative Teaching and Learning, established by the Mastercard Foundation in 2019, to support the impactful integration of technology in education across Africa. With a stellar career spanning three decades, starting
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The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Thursday, advocated the preservation of history in schools. This was as professors and historians unravelled the historical records of Lagos and laid to rest the argument surrounding the ownership of the state, dismissing the notion that “Lagos is no man’s land.” The event was a community symposium
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Public primary schools in Kwara State will resume for the 2024-2025 academic session on September 17, 2024. A statement by the government said the KwaraLEARN programme had been fully prepared to enhance the learning experience for students. It read, “In anticipation of a smooth start to the new school year, KwaraLEARN has conducted a series
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The Presidential Amnesty Programme has announced that 60 students under its scholarship scheme achieved first-class degrees in various competitive disciplines between 2016 and 2023. The announcement was made by the PAP Head of Education, Dr. Charles Ariye, in a statement on Thursday. The first-class graduates excelled in fields such as electrical/electronics engineering, computer science, civil
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