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10 things every parent should know about boarding schools in Nigeria

Boarding schools have long held a special place in Nigeria’s educational landscape. For many families, they represent not just a school but an environment where children can gain independence, discipline, and academic focus away from home. Parents often view them as gateways to maturity, lifelong friendships, and strong academic foundations. But beneath the appeal lies […]

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Teachers on social media: the new influencers of learning

In today’s digital age, classrooms extend far beyond the four walls of schools. Platforms once dismissed as frivolous or purely entertainment-driven are reshaping the way knowledge is shared and consumed. Today, social media platforms that began as entertainment hubs such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and even X (formerly Twitter) are increasingly doubling as learning

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INTERVIEW: Law Is About Hard Work, That’s the Only Challenge I’ve Seen — Young Lawyer Ogbuehi Princess Blessing

At just 27, Ogbuehi Princess Blessing is carving her place in Nigeria’s legal profession with a clear focus on Corporate Law and Practice. Armed with an L.L.B and BL, she blends academic brilliance with a passion for advocacy, determined to help shape businesses, strengthen corporate governance, and promote accountability in the corporate world. In an

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FG fully funds technical colleges, warns against illegal charges

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring equal access to technical education for Nigerian children by fully funding all Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs) across the country. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, announced in Abuja that tuition at FTCs is completely free, with the government also covering approved charges such as

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FG orders clampdown on fake certificates, sets enforcement deadline

The Federal Government has announced a nationwide enforcement of the National Policy for the Nigerian Education Repository and Databank concerning academic credential verification.   This enforcement is scheduled to commence on October 6, 2025.   According to a circular issued by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, dated 8 August

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Akwa Ibom Shuts Down Rogue Schools Over Safety and Quality Concerns

Akwa Ibom Shuts Down Rogue Schools Over Safety and Quality Concerns

The Akwa Ibom State Ministry of Education has launched a decisive clampdown on private schools operating without official approval, as part of ongoing efforts to standardize educational delivery and safeguard the welfare of the state’s children. The Commissioner for Education, Ubong Essien Umoh, disclosed the enforcement exercise on his official LinkedIn page, underlining the ministry’s

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VCDF, Akwa Ibom govt, SEEPCO renovate community school in Eastern Obolo

VCDF, Akwa Ibom govt, SEEPCO renovate community school in Eastern Obolo

Education fosters informed citizens, reduces poverty, and promotes equality, ultimately laying the foundation for a more prosperous and sustainable world. In line with this vision, Vcare for Development Foundation (VCDF), in collaboration with the Akwa Ibom State Government and with support from Sterling Oil Exploration and Energy Production Company Limited (SEEPCO), has completed a major

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NANS commends Bayelsa Education Commissioner over facelift of schools

NANS commends Bayelsa Education Commissioner over facelift of schools

The Deputy Senate President of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Comrade Aye Thomas, has commended the Bayelsa State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Gentle Emelah, for his proactive strides in revitalizing the state’s educational sector through the renovation and upgrading of government-owned schools. According to Comr. Thomas, “the Commissioner has not only lived up

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Cross River announce New Education Policy Reforms for Both Public and Private Schools

Cross River announce New Education Policy Reforms for Both Public and Private Schools

The Cross River State Government has unveiled a comprehensive package of education policy reforms designed to standardize practices in public and private schools, safeguard pupils’ welfare, and improve data management across the state. The reforms, approved by Governor Bassey Otu, were announced on Wednesday by the Commissioner for Education, Senator (Prof) Stephen Odey, during a

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WISE and HundrED to Host Education House in Doha, Showcasing Global Innovations in Learning

WISE and HundrED to Host Education House in Doha, Showcasing Global Innovations in Learning

The World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) and global education nonprofit HundrED have announced their collaboration to host Education House in Doha during the upcoming WISE Summit. First launched during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York earlier this year, Education House was conceived as a space to drive collaboration and innovation in

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Okebukola unveils fresh approach to boost STEM education

Renowned education scholar and former Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Peter Okebukola, has launched a new teaching methodology designed to transform Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education across Africa. The innovative method, known as the Model-And-Surpass Pedagogy (MSP), was unveiled at the 2025 International Research Group (IRG) conference, co-hosted by

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End HND-BSc divide, poly graduates demand

Polytechnic graduates across Nigeria have renewed calls for an end to the Higher National Diploma (HND)–Bachelor’s Degree (BSc) dichotomy, insisting the policy discriminates against skilled professionals and hampers innovation and entrepreneurship. At a press briefing in Ado Ekiti, Busayo Adeyemi, Publicity Secretary of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado Ekiti Alumni Association, said Nigeria could not afford

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WAEC trains stakeholders on computer-based examinations

In a move to ensure seamless transition to Computer-Based Examinations (CBE), the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) in Anambra has emphasised the critical role of accurate candidate registration in the success of the new examination model. Speaking at a strategic meeting with the Ministry of Education and education stakeholders in Awka, WAEC Branch Controller, Mr.

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We’ve repaid one-third of inherited debt, says ATBU Vice-Chancellor

The management of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, has pledged to adopt financial prudence and academic justice in addressing the institution’s challenges. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibrahim Garba, gave the assurance when officials of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities and the Non-Academic Staff Union paid him a solidarity visit in his office on Wednesday.

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