The National Youth Service Corps has denied reports that it queried 200 corps members in Oyo State for participating in a Christmas carol. Some online platforms (not The PUNCH) reported that query letters were issued to 200 corps members serving in Atiba Local Government Area of Oyo State for allegedly failing to attend a Christmas […]
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Discipline is meant to guide, to teach, and to nurture, but when it crosses the line into abuse, it shatters trust, diminishes self-worth, and inflicts long-lasting scars. Such was the case on January 8, 2025, when a video surfaced on the internet where Stella Nwadigo, a 45-year-old teacher at Christ-Mitots School in Ikorodu, assaulted three-year-old
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Kehinde Ajayi is a shining example of what determination, resilience, and strategic planning can achieve. Hailing from Akure, Ondo State, Kehinde’s academic journey is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence, even in the face of setbacks and challenges. From initially dreaming of becoming a nurse to finding her calling in economics, she navigated
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Oroko Radio is now accepting applications for its 2025 Residency Programme, designed to elevate music creatives, DJs, and content creators from Africa. This unique opportunity allows participants to host their own radio shows, providing a platform to showcase African musical diversity and engage with a global audience. Benefits: The residency offers numerous benefits, including the
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The i-Scholar Initiative (iSI) is offering its 2025 scholarship to ambitious Nigerian graduates seeking to pursue graduate studies abroad, particularly in the USA. This scholarship aims to provide financial support for standardized tests and foster a supportive network of mentors and professionals to help scholars navigate the complexities of international education. Benefits: The scholarship covers
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The Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with Intel Corporation, The Commonwealth, and the Federal Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, has announced the 2025 AI Academy Programme. This initiative aims to empower Nigerians with critical AI skills to foster innovation, solve societal challenges, and access global opportunities. Participants will receive professional certification upon completion
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The German Academic Exchange Service on Thursday announced a €120m initiative to fund universities in preparing international students for the labour market. The programme, supported by Germany’s Education Ministry, aims to address the country’s acute shortage of skilled workers by integrating international talent into its workforce. The funding will support 114 projects across 104 universities
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Nigeria’s education system stands at the crossroad of transformation as we approach 2025, influenced by global trends such as artificial intelligence (AI), lifelong learning, and digital education technologies. While these innovations promise to redefine how education is delivered and consumed, they also present unique challenges for Nigeria’s education policymakers, who must address systemic barriers and
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In a bid to reduce the number of out-of-school children and promote the girl child education in Adamawa State, the Nigerian Army Officer’s Wives Association has unveiled for use, a block of four classrooms in Yola. The classrooms are furnished with modern facilities of learning with visual and non visual aids. While inaugurating the model
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Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, on Thursday, said his administration plans recruitment of additional 2,000 teachers under the Ogun Teach initiative this year. The governor said the move would increase the number of teachers in the initiative to 6,000. Abiodun said the recruitment would help to close the gap in the student-to-teacher ratio in the
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Fountain University, Osogbo, will celebrate the graduation of 346 students at its 14th convocation ceremony on Tuesday. Former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Honourable Dimeji Bankole, will deliver the convocation lecture, with Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, chairing the event. Vice Chancellor Prof. Ramota Karim announced that 316 graduates will receive first
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Renowned educationist and multiple Guinness World Record holder, Prof. Chris Imafidon, is set to launch the Elegantflix Educational Project in Lagos on February 1. This initiative, spearheaded by Elegantflix Limited and its CEO Florence Okonkwo, aims to transform learning in Africa, starting with Nigeria. Prof. Imafidon, known for his innovative educational strategies and global impact,
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Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has emphasized the need for innovative teaching methods to enhance education in the state. Speaking during a visit from Wendy Kopp, CEO of the Teach For All Global Network, at Lagos House, Ikeja, Sanwo-Olu highlighted the critical role education plays in shaping the future. “Education is the foundation upon which
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Deputy Senate President Senator Barau I. Jibrin has announced a groundbreaking initiative to offer 300 scholarships for Master’s degree programs at select Nigerian universities. This follows his recent sponsorship of 70 students for postgraduate studies abroad, underscoring his unwavering commitment to educational advancement. Through the Barau I Jibrin Foundation (BIJF), 70 students from Kano State’s
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Lagos State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, has delivered a resolute warning to education stakeholders as the state gears up for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). His message comes amid concerns over truancy, negligence, and other forms of misconduct that threaten academic performance despite substantial government
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