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MAPOLY alumni advocate mentorship, infrastructure development

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Newly elected chairman of the Lagos Chapter of the Moshood Abiola Polytechnic Alumni Association, Mr Gafar Odubote has tasked alumni with promoting infrastructural development, scholarships, and student mentorship in their alma mater. Odubote gave the charge following the emergence of a new exco of the MAPOLY Alumni, Lagos chapter, at its biennial general meeting held […]

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10 Facts About the Finnish Education System

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The Finnish education system is widely regarded as one of the best in the world, consistently ranking high in global education assessments. Known for its innovative approach, emphasis on equity, and student-centred learning, Finland’s model has become an inspiration for many countries. Here are ten fascinating facts about the Finnish education system that you should

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Why Many Nigerian Students Fear Mathematics and How to Change the Narrative

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Mathematics is widely regarded as one of the most challenging subjects in the academic curriculum. While some students excel in it, many others struggle, developing a deep-seated fear that persists throughout their educational journey. This fear is not a minor inconvenience, it can hinder academic performance, limit career choices, and diminish self-confidence. Understanding the roots

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Theatre as a healing force: Prof Oyewo advocates for arts in global crisis resolution

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Renowned thespian scholar, Professor Segun Oyeleke Oyewo, has underscored the therapeutic power of Theatre Arts. He described it as a tool for healing global crises such as war, hunger, and poverty. Professor Oyewo delivered the 276th inaugural lecture of the University of Ilorin. The lecture was titled “Imagine a World without Theatre and its Realities

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Schools as Catalysts for Change: How to Train Students Against Jungle Justice

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In Nigeria, the scourge of jungle justice—extrajudicial actions taken by communities without the due process of law—has repeatedly marred the nation’s social fabric. Recent events, such as the killing of 16 Northern travellers in Edo State, underscore the urgency to address this challenge. Educational institutions, as primary centers of influence for young minds, are uniquely

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Ojukwu Varsity students lament lack of power supply, beg Soludo to fulfil pledge to light up campus

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Students of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli, Anambra State, have cried out over lack of power supply to the institution for years despite pledge by Governor Chukwuma Soludo to ensure power supply when he came visiting about a month ago. The students while lamenting attacks on daily basis by unknown gunmen, disclosed that lack of

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ILO, institute partner on capacity building

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International Labour Organisation (ILO), Geneva and the University of Greenwich’s Centre of Research on Employment and Work (UoG-CREW), London have partnered with Michael Imoudu National Institute for Labour Studies ( MINILS) Ilorin in the areas of workers’ education, training and research to enhance productivity, industrial peace and harmony at workplaces. This is to boost the

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Lions Club donates N5m to support cancer treatment at LASUTH

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The Lagos Golden Heart Lions Club has donated ₦5 million to the Paediatric Cancer Ward at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH). The donation is aimed at covering medical relief bills for children battling cancer and is part of the club’s community projects for the 2024/2025 Lions Year. The initiative, themed Healing Hearts, Saving

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Rainstorm ruins 200 houses, schools, others in Kwara

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No fewer than 200 houses and public schools, as well as electric cables, were damaged on Sunday by a windstorm that wreaked havoc in Ilorin and Ogele/Eyenkorin in the Asa Local government area of Kwara State. The devastating rainstorm that accompanied the rain on Sunday evening disrupted Eid-el-Fitr celebrations in Ogele-Eyenkorin and neighbouring communities in

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FUNAAB, UNILORIN student groups campaign against gender-based violence

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Groups of students at the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, and Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Ogun State, have unveiled campaigns against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence on their campuses, under the Project Safe Zones initiative. The campaigns followed training sessions supported by a non-governmental organisation, Girl Up, and led by gender rights group, VARSH Foundation.

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AUN students launch NGO on farmers-herders’ peace initiative

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Worried by the incessant herders and farmers’ bloody crisis across the country, the students of American University of Nigeria, Yola, have launched a non-governmental organisation on peace initiative called Ubuntu for Peace. Speaking during the launch of the project on Friday, the Faculty of Law Advisor, Prof. Peter Genger explained that the Ubuntu Peace initiative

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Adopt tech curriculum for primary schools, firm urges FG

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A hybrid multi-level marketing company in Lagos has called on the Federal Government to incorporate technological studies in primary education in the country, citing the benefits, trends, and huge potential in the global tech space. The Chief Executive Officer of Richlance International, Faithful Samuel, made this call during an interview at the official launch and

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