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The Benefits of Montessori Education: Why It Stands Out

Montessori education is often regarded as one of the most effective learning models for young children. Developed by Dr Maria Montessori in the early 20th century, this approach focuses on fostering independence, critical thinking, and a love for learning in a structured yet flexible environment. Unlike traditional education, where teachers lead and students follow, Montessori […]

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DSP Barau offers scholarships to 1,000 students in Kano

Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau Jibrin, has concluded arrangements to offer scholarships to 1,000 students from Kano Central and South Senatorial Districts to pursue degree programmes in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related fields through the Barau I. Jibrin Foundation (BIJF). The beneficiaries would be the pioneer students of the seven study centres

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NELFUND disburses N20 billion to 192,906 students

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), as of February 3, has disbursed a total of N20,074,050,000 for institutional fees, benefiting no fewer than 192,906 students across various tertiary institutions in the country. NELFUND’s managing director, Akintunde Sawyerr, disclosed this in a statement on Monday in Abuja. Mr Sawyerr also disclosed that the fund had received

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Graduate threatens suicide as Nasarawa varsity swaps JAMB reg number

A graduate of Nasarawa State University, Keffi, Adamu Sunday, has been struggling with depression after being denied enrolment in the National Youth Service Corps. Sunday, who completed his Economics degree in 2024, alleged that the university assigned his Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board registration number to another student, enabling that person to serve in his

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VC cautions students against social media, get-rich-quick syndrome

The Vice-Chancellor of Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State, Prof. Kayode Ijadunola, has cautioned newly admitted students against engaging in activities that could jeopardize their academic journey, particularly excessive social media use and the allure of get-rich-quick schemes. Speaking at the university’s 12th matriculation ceremony on Friday, where 667 students took the admission oath, Ijadunola urged

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Tinubu’s aide rallies S’West youths to access student loan

The Personal Assistant to President Bola Tinubu on Constituency Affairs, Khadijat Kareem, has urged youths, particularly students in the South-West, to take full advantage of the Federal Government’s student loan programme to support their education. Speaking at a town hall meeting with key stakeholders in Oyo State, held at Koltol Hotel, Ikolaba, Ibadan, Kareem expressed

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800 out-of-school children enrolled as NGO tackles education crisis in Yobe

A non-governmental organization, Building the Future Support for Social Development Initiative (BTF), has taken a bold step in addressing the education crisis in Yobe State by enrolling 800 out-of-school children in schools across all 17 local government areas. Speaking at the first conference on “Rebuilding Education in Yobe State,” BTF’s founder, Mr. Abubakar Abba Gana

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UBEC, ONSA forge partnership to bolster school security, education access

The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba, has met with the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, to discuss strategic initiatives aimed at improving educational access and enhancing security in Nigerian schools. The meeting, which focused on safeguarding learning environments, particularly in vulnerable regions, underscored the urgent need for collaboration between

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UNICEF boosts digital education in Bauchi, seeks govt support

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has intensified efforts to enhance digital education in government schools across Bauchi State, calling on the state government, philanthropists, and well-to-do individuals to support child education through the Nigeria Learning Passport (NLP) initiative. The initiative, launched in Bauchi in 2022, aims to leverage digital technology to improve learning outcomes

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VC denies lawmakers demanded N480m bribe for universities’ budget approval

The Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University, Gusau, Prof. Muazu Abubakar, has dismissed allegations that members of the House of Representatives Committee on University Education demanded N480 million to approve the 2025 budgets of federal universities. In a letter dated January 27 and addressed to the committee’s chairman, Abubakar Fulata, the VC refuted media reports claiming

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Faith Morey partners with Gambia’s first lady to advance education initiatives

United States-based Nigerian philanthropist and reality TV star Faith Morey has taken a significant step toward strengthening educational development in West Africa. On January 25th, she met with Her Excellency Fatoumatta Bah-Barrow, First Lady of The Gambia, to discuss strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing education and community development in both Nigeria and The Gambia. The

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NAUS urges FG to sustain dialogue with ASUU to prevent strikes

The newly elected President of the National Association of University Students (NAUS), Comrade Josiah Peter Oche, has called on the Federal Government to maintain productive engagement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to prevent frequent strike actions that have disrupted academic activities in Nigerian universities. Oche made this appeal during a media briefing

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World Bank invests $1.2b in girls’ education across 18 Nigerian states

The World Bank has committed a staggering $1.2 billion to support adolescent girls’ education and empowerment across 18 states. This initiative was announced during the relaunch of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) programme in Abuja on Friday. The World Bank Country Director, Ndiame Diop, represented by Tina George, the bank’s Senior

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