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FUBK Alerts Graduating Students on New NERD Clearance Requirement for NYSC Mobilization

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The Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) has issued an important notice to all graduating students and prospective corps members (PCMs) regarding the newly introduced Nigeria Education Reposition and Databank (NERD) clearance policy. In compliance with the directive of the Federal Executive Council and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) circular dated October 7, 2025, the […]

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Community Secondary School Okuru-Ama Wins TotalEnergies 2025 Book Reading Contest in Port Harcourt

Community secondary school in Port Harcourt wins TotalEnergies 2025 Book Reading Contest

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A Community Secondary School (CSS) Okuru-Ama has emerged winner of the 2025 Book Reading contest, an educational initiative organized by TotalEnergies Nigeria as part of its Open Day Event in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The competition, which featured more than 10 senior secondary schools, was designed to promote literacy, inspire intellectual curiosity, and identify future

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Adamawa Government to Recruit 5,000 New Teachers to Strengthen Education Sector

Adamawa State Government to recruit 5,000 new teachers to strengthen education sector

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The Adamawa State Government has inaugurated a high-powered committee to oversee the recruitment of 5,000 new teachers as part of a strategic effort to revitalise and strengthen the education sector across the state. The inauguration ceremony, held at the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development Conference Hall in Yola, was presided over by the

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University of Lokoja Constructs N3 Billion Solar Power Plant

University of Lokoja constructs N3 billion solar power plant

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The Federal University Lokoja (FUL) has begun the construction of a 1.72-megawatt solar power plant worth N3 billion as part of efforts to ensure sustainable energy supply across the institution. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Olayemi Akinwumi, disclosed this during a news conference in Lokoja ahead of the university’s ninth convocation ceremony. He said the project, supported

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NLC threatens nationwide shutdown over government’s failure to address ASUU demands

NLC threatens nationwide shutdown over government’s failure to address ASUU demands

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The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has issued a stern warning to the Federal Government, threatening a nationwide shutdown if President Bola Tinubu’s administration fails to address the ongoing demands of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) within the period of its two-week warning strike. In a statement signed by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero,

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UBEC, IsDB Partner to Review Bilingual Education Project Across Nine States

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The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) have held a Project Appraisal Meeting to review the progress of the ongoing Bilingual Education Schools Project being implemented across nine states in Nigeria. Speaking after the session, UBEC Executive Secretary, Dr. Aisha M. Garba, said she joined officials of the Bank and

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UNICAL Evicts Senior Staff for Subletting Quarters to Students, Locals

UNICAL evicts senior staff for subletting quarters to students, locals

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The management of the University of Calabar , UNICAL, has evicted several senior staff members from their official quarters after uncovering evidence that some of them had sublet the apartments to students and local residents for personal gain. The decision, according to the university, aims to curb unethical housing practices and ensure that accommodation is

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Okpebholo confirms 5,000 contract teachers as permanent staff in Edo

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Edo State Governor, Monday Okpebholo, has confirmed the appointment of 5,000 contract teachers under the State’s Ministry of Education as permanent staff — a major move aimed at strengthening the state’s education system and motivating the teaching workforce. At a brief ceremony held on Wednesday at the Edo State Government House, Okpebholo personally supervised the

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Fears Nigerian parents struggle with about their children’s education

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Every Nigerian parent, regardless of background, shares one deep, unspoken hope which is often to see their child succeed through education. For many families, education is not just a path to knowledge; it is a ticket to survival, dignity, and upward mobility. Yet, behind that noble ambition lies an ocean of anxiety. Parents often wrestle

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Anyaso emphasises unity, education, and culture as pillars for Nigeria’s growth

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Dr. Chimaobi Anyaso, the 2023 Governorship Candidate of the Young Progressives Party (YPP) in Abia State, has highlighted the vital role of national unity, educational advancement, and cultural development in driving Nigeria’s growth and global recognition. Speaking to journalists during the 2025 edition of his annual new yam cultural festival, Iri Ji Ofuji, Dr. Anyaso

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FG pledges stronger support for girls’ education to drive development

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The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to prioritising quality education for the girl-child as a key driver of national development. Speaking at the 2025 International Day of the Girl-Child celebration in Abuja, the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sai’d Ahmed, assured that government efforts toward promoting inclusive education will continue to strengthen

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Makinde appoints new chair for LAUTECH Governing Council

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Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has appointed distinguished development economist and innovation expert, Professor Banji Oyelaran-Oyeyinka, as the new Chairman of the Governing Council of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso. The appointment, which takes immediate effect, was announced in a statement issued on Monday by the Chief of Staff to the

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Degree Apprenticeship: Bridging Nigeria’s Graduate Skills Gap

Degree Apprenticeship: Bridging Nigeria’s Graduate Skills Gap

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Nigeria is long overdue for a rethink of its higher education system. While many graduates leave university with certificates, they often lack the digital and workplace skills employers demand. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the unemployment rate among graduates was 8% in Q2 2023, with a combined unemployment and underemployment rate of 15.5%.

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National Assembly steps in as ASUU-FG dispute deepens

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The House of Representatives has called on the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) to return to the dialogue table and resolve their ongoing disagreement, which recently prompted a two-week warning strike across Nigerian universities. This appeal came after lawmakers unanimously adopted a motion of urgent national importance sponsored by Oluwaseun

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OPINION: Mathematics No Longer Compulsory — A Risky Departure from Educational Standards

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On Tuesday October 14, 2025, the federal government announced a shocking review of admission requirements into Nigerian universities. Ordinarily, government announcements are routine, but this one sent ripples across the education community — it removed mathematics as a compulsory subject for arts and humanities students. In simple terms, this means that students in these departments

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