In a groundbreaking move aimed at enhancing the educational framework, Nigeria is set to incorporate vocational skills such as plumbing, hairstyling, and solar installation into its primary school curriculum starting January 2025. This initiative will require students to learn at least two vocational skills, aligning with the nation’s commitment to fostering practical and entrepreneurial capabilities […]
Teach For Nigeria has announced the appointment of Molade Adeniyi as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Molade succeeds Ayodele Olajiga, who stepped in as interim CEO in June 2024 after Folawe Omikunle. Molade is an outstanding leader with a passion for improving the lives of children and youth across West Africa. Prior to joining
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Education plays an integral role in the development of individuals and societies. It is the foundation on which progress and success are built. Unfortunately, despite its importance, many societies and governments fail to adequately invest in or prioritise education. Neglecting education has far-reaching consequences that affect not just the individuals who are deprived of it
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The Nobel Prize in Economics has been awarded Monday to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson, and James Robinson for their exploration of how institutional frameworks influence global prosperity and inequality. The trio will share the prestigious accolade, which comes with a cash prize of 11 million Swedish kronor (approximately $1 million). The Nobel Committee commended the
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The Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi, has called for a holistic review of education policies to address contemporary challenges. The monarch made this call on Saturday during the maiden combined convocation ceremonies of Ojaja University, Eiyenkorin, Ilorin, Kwara State. The university recorded 21 first-class graduates out of the 183 who graduated at the event.
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The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr Hamid Bobboyi, has reaffirmed the commitment of the commission to fostering innovation in the basic education sector through research. He also pledged to ensure that research projects sponsored by the commission aligned with the need for a smart technology-driven education system in Nigeria. The
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Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), has appointed Professor Toyin Ogundipe as the new Chairman and Pro Chancellor of Redeemer’s University in Ede, Osun State. This significant move comes as part of the church’s commitment to enhancing educational standards within its institutions. Professor Ogundipe, who previously
The principal of Providence High School, Adesuji Adesanmi, has reiterated the need for educational institutions to embrace and sustain excellence to boost the overall academic standards in the primary and secondary school system. Adesanmi spoke during the recently concluded 40th anniversary of Providence Primary School and the 30th anniversary of Providence High School, where he
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Chizitere Obioha, a 16-year-old student, has accused an invigilator of sexual harassment during the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), sparking a formal petition to the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions. Chizitere alleges that Mutiu Olayemi, the invigilator, requested her phone number during the exam and subsequently withheld her results when she declined.
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The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has assured that it will source the required intervention fund for the provision of infrastructural and research facilities at the newly established African University of Aviation in Nigeria. The Executive Secretary, Sonny Echono gave the assurance when he received the Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo who led the leadership
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In the contemporary world, where the disparity between the affluent and the impoverished continues to widen, the pursuit of a prosperous and equitable society has never been more critical. At the heart of this pursuit lies a fundamental catalyst: access to quality education. Education, when equitable and of high quality, serves as a powerful tool
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The House of Representatives has taken initial steps to provide free internet services in selected public places for Nigerians. This follows the passage of a bill last week during its first reading titled, “An Act to provide the legal framework for the free internet access programme in selected public places in Nigeria and for other
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A parent, Onyebuchi Obioha, has petitioned the Senate over the non-release of his daughter Chizitere Obioha’s Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination result. He alleged that the development was caused by the misconduct of a Joint Admissions Matriculation Board supervisor. In a petition submitted through a senator, Neda Imasuen, Obioha accused a JAMB supervisor of giving his
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Tanko Ishaya, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Jos (UNIJOS), has voiced his concerns over the alarming shortage of hostel accommodation available for students on campus. His comments came during a visit from members of the 1998 set of the university’s Faculty of Law on Saturday in Jos. Mr. Ishaya highlighted the stark reality facing
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Esomnofu Chidiebube Ifechukwu has dedicated his life to combating math phobia, a battle he knows intimately. “In secondary school, mathematics was my greatest enemy. I dreamt of becoming a medical doctor, but math cru$hed that dream,” he admits, reflecting on the struggles that propelled him into a new path. Esomnofu made a promise to himself:
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