The dismal performance of candidates in the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has reignited concerns over the declining quality of education in Nigeria, as highlighted by Professor Oluyemisi Obilade, a former Commissioner for Education in Osun State and ex-Vice Chancellor of Tai Solarin University of Education. Speaking at a recent public discourse session titled […]
Al-Istiqama University in Sumaila, Kano State has suspended a 200-level Computer Science student, Abdullahi Juli Mansur, for what the institution deemed an “immoral” act of publicly proposing love to a female colleague on campus. The university management, citing disciplinary concerns, issued the suspension through a circular dated May 14, 2024 (Ref. no. AUS/REG/54), after a
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Akwa Ibom State University, in partnership with Africa Plus Partners, has disclosed a plan to commence the construction of a 1,600-capacity student hostel. This initiative, backed by TETFund (Tertiary Education Trust Fund), marks a pivotal step in addressing the growing demand for student housing across Nigerian institutions. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Sonny Echono, announced
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The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised the specter of a nationwide strike in response to the Federal Government’s delays in appointing governing councils for federal universities, sparking concerns over the neglect of academic affairs within Nigeria’s higher education institutions. Speaking passionately at a press conference held at the ASUU national secretariat in
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has unleashed an additional 36,540 results for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), which had been held back for further scrutiny. This decision comes on the heels of last week’s release of 531 results, pushing the total number of released results to 1,879,437. Fabian Benjamin, the Public
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The University of Ilorin has proudly announced the promotion of 40 senior academics to the rank of professor. This elevation, officially approved by the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman (SAN), follows rigorous assessments by the University Appointment and Promotion Committee, recognising exceptional achievements in teaching, research, and community service. The Office of the Registrar
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In an effort to bolster safety and character development among students, the Lagos State government has announced plans to reintroduce scouting activities in public primary and secondary schools across the state’s local governments and local council development areas (LCDAs). The Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Alli-Balogun, revealed this initiative on Monday during an
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Gamification refers to the incorporation of elements typically found in games, such as point systems, challenges, and rewards, into non-game contexts like education. In recent years, the integration of gamification into educational settings has gained significant attention and traction. This approach leverages the motivational and engaging qualities of games to enhance learning experiences and outcomes
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The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) has disclosed that only about 2.4 million out of Nigeria’s estimated four million teachers possess the necessary qualifications for teaching, leaving a significant gap in the education sector. TRCN Registrar, Prof. Josiah Ajiboye, in an exclusive interview with The PUNCH, highlighted that a substantial number of private school
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Orji Emmanuel, the national president of the Association for Formidable Educational Development (AFED), has made a compelling appeal to the federal government to amend the Universal Basic Education (UBE) Act. Emmanuel’s call stems from the need to allow private schools to access the UBEC fund, a crucial educational resource often limited to public institutions. This
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The Assistant Inspector-General of Police (AIG), Zone 14, Yahaya Abubakar, says the Nigeria Police remain committed to fulfilling its obligations under the national policy frameworks for the Safe School Initiative (SSI). Abubakar gave the commitment at the strategic stakeholders forum on security of schools in Kaduna state organised by the Nigerian Police Force on Wednesday
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A recent presentation by Abdurrahman Ibrahim Ado, an Education Specialist with UNICEF, has shed light on Nigeria’s ongoing challenges in improving educational outcomes, particularly in reducing the alarming rates of out-of-school children (OOSC) across the country. During a two-day Regional Stakeholders Engagement Meeting on Out-of-School Children and Retention, Transition, and Completion Models in Bauchi, Gombe,
The Kaduna state government, under the leadership of Governor Malam Uba Sani, has launched an initiative to merge 359 primary and secondary schools into safer locations across the state. The governor revealed this groundbreaking plan during a capacity-building event organized by the Nigerian Police Force Schools Protection Squad in Kaduna on Wednesday. Represented by his
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The Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board on Tuesday trained about 321 teachers on the Reading and Numeracy Activities (RANA) teaching methodology. RANA is a three-year project funded by DFID through UNICEF as part of the Girls Education Programme Phase 3. It is aimed at improving literacy and numeracy instruction in grades one to three
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Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, the governor of Anambra state has appointed Dr. Justina Anyadiegwu as the new Provost of Nwafor Orizu College of Education, Nsugbe in Anambra State. This appointment, announced through a statement by the governor’s Press Secretary, Christian Aburime, underscores the state government’s commitment to promoting meritocracy and strengthening educational institutions. Anyadiegwu assumes leadership
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In the wake of the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, where a staggering 77% of candidates scored below 200 out of 400, stakeholders are actively engaging in discussions to diagnose and address the root causes behind this pervasive academic challenge. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) disclosed that out of over 1.9
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In a bid to address the critical shortage of educators in rural and hard-to-reach areas of Nigeria, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has initiated a comprehensive training programme for 1,480 teachers selected from across the country. The training, flagged off by UBEC Executive Secretary, Hamid Bobboyi, focuses on imparting essential pedagogical skills tailored for
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The Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa (OGITECH), has unveiled a fleet of locally manufactured tricycles aimed at tackling campus transportation challenges and promoting sustainability. The revelation was made by Abiodun Oluseye, the Rector of OGITECH, during the official presentation of the tricycle by the Institute’s Department of Mechanical Engineering to the Governing Council on
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The National Examinations Council (NECO) has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative to modernise the recruitment process for examination supervisors and assistant supervisors for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) and the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), transitioning from traditional methods to a digital platform. This transformation, according to NECO, aims at curbing malpractices in the
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Ugwu Chibuzo Augustus, a Nigerian “pure water” seller has achieved a remarkable feat by securing a coveted full scholarship to university after excelling in the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This incredible achievement came after Chibuzo scored an impressive 309 in the UTME, catapulting him into the spotlight for his exceptional academic prowess despite
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