First Lady Mrs Remi Tinubu has thrown her support behind the initiative of the federal ministry of education initiative to recruit more teachers for government schools nationwide. Her endorsement came during a visit by the Minister of Education, Prof Tahir Mamman, and his team to her office at the State House in Abuja yesterday. Tinubu, […]
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The federal government has signaled its intention to cease funding tertiary institutions that fail to meet performance standards, directing its gaze towards centres of excellence and polytechnics across the country. The Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, emphasised that the government will not tolerate laxity, denouncing a culture of “indolence” and underscoring the need for
Law students from Lagos State University (LASU) clinched victory at the prestigious National Inter Faculty Competition (NIFC) hosted by Redeemers University in Osun State, defeating representatives from 52 other universities across the nation. The NIFC, renowned for its rigorous academic challenges, encompassed a series of disciplines including essay writing, debating, brief writing, and advocacy. LASU
Self-assessment, or introspection, holds profound significance in Islam as a means of spiritual growth and accountability before God. The process of self-assessment involves a deep reflection on one’s thoughts, actions, intentions, and spiritual state, guided by Islamic principles and teachings. Self-assessment is pivotal in Islam as it aligns with the core principles of accountability and
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The federal government has disclosed a plan to introduce a ‘school-to-work’ scheme to equip youths to become productive and self-employed. The executive secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Hamid Bobboyi, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja during a meeting with commissioners for education, executive chairs of state and FCT Universal Basic, Education Boards
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The Transformational Teachers Network (TTN) hosted a dynamic seminar centered on advancing leadership qualities and fostering inclusive practices among educators. Held in Lagos, on Wednesday, May 1st, 2024, the conference attracted distinguished speakers and passionate educators from across the region. The event, themed “Developing Leadership and Entrepreneurial Mindsets as Educators,” commenced with an engaging keynote
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The Lagos State University Directorate of Skills Development and Entrepreneurship (DSDE) hosted an engaging orientation programme for its new students. The programme which was held on Tuesday April 30th, 2024, at the Buba Marwa Auditorium on the main campus in Ojo, Lagos, was aimed at empowering the fresh batch of full-time students with entrepreneurial acumen.
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Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the first lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, has unveiled the newly renovated Sen Oluremi Tinubu Model Nursery and Primary School in Onike, Iwaya, Yaba LCDA. The grand handing over and inauguration took place on Tuesday April 30th, 2024. Hakeem Shittu, Executive Chairman of LASUBEB, expressed profound gratitude for the transformative
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The Academic Staff Establishment (ASE) and Non-Academic Staff Division (NASD) collaborated with the Directorate of Information and Communication Technology (DICT) to conduct intensive two-day training on the electronic-Performance Evaluation Report System (e-PERS) and electronic-Annual Performance Evaluation System (e-APERS). This training, held on April 29th and 30th, 2024, aimed to equip key university personnel with essential
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Co-Creation Hub Nigeria (CcHUB) has announced the second cohort of start-ups selected for the prestigious Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship. The announcement, disclosed in a statement on Monday, April 29, 2024, underscores CcHUB’s commitment to fostering transformative EdTech solutions on the continent. Launched in 2023, the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship at CcHUB aims to empower start-ups
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The Executive Chairman of the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Grace Adagba, has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at improving educational standards and infrastructure. The initiative is a bid to enhance the competitiveness of public basic schools and alleviate the financial burden of education on Benue State children. Grace Adagba expressed her
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In a scathing critique of Nigeria’s education system, Oladoyin Odebowale, Ph.D., a classics lecturer at the University of Ibadan, has lambasted the overemphasis on JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board) performance, labelling it as unproductive and indicative of broader systemic defects. Odebowale questioned the benefits of a flawed education system that places disproportionate importance on
This year’s examination has witnessed a remarkable turnout, with candidates from across the country registering and sitting the UTME in 118 towns and more than 700 designated centers. The extensive coverage underscores the widespread participation and significance of the examination in Nigeria’s educational landscape. To access their results, candidates are encouraged to follow a straightforward
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Amos Dangut, the Head of National Office of the West African Examination Council (WAEC) Nigeria, has warned candidates, exam supervisors, teachers, schools, principals, parents, and individuals against examination malpractice, including association with suspicious websites. Dangut gave the warning during a media conference at the WAEC headquarters in Yaba, Lagos. Dangut also announced the commencement of
Owners of private nursery, primary and secondary schools in Akwa Ibom State who are yet to formally register or have started the registration but stopped halfway, have been reminded of the need to complete such registration or get their schools closed down. The commissioner for education, Mrs Idongesit Etiebet gave the reminder at the one-day
The family of four-year-old Miguel Ovoke, who tragically passed away during feeding hours at BrickHall School in Abuja, has demanded access to the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) footage capturing the incident. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, has sparked questions and concerns surrounding the circumstances of the young boy’s death. BrickHall School, situated in Cadastral Zone
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President Bola Tinubu has appointed Mr. Jim Ovia, a distinguished banker and entrepreneur, as the Chairman of the Board of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), in a strategic move aimed at bolstering access to higher education and skill development opportunities for Nigerian youths. Ovia, the founder of one of Nigeria’s leading banks, brings with
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To start with, Islamic educational ethics promote sincere effort, diligence, and integrity in seeking knowledge. Cheating not only compromises the integrity of academic achievements but also contradicts the principle of striving for excellence through lawful means. Scholars argue that true education involves moral development alongside intellectual growth The declining quality of secondary school graduates in
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The concept of a “motivationally-anchored classroom” is gaining traction as educators increasingly recognise the profound influence of motivational factors on student engagement and learning outcomes. This approach aims to create an environment where motivation is not just an afterthought but a cornerstone of the teaching and learning process. However, as classrooms become more motivational-focused, there
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The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) has announced Odufeso Tajudeen, a teacher from Isara Secondary School in Isara Remo, Ogun State, as the regional winner of the 2024 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards. The Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards is a global competition that celebrates the achievements of teachers around the world.
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