Category: Educational
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MINISTER DEMANDS CLOSURE OF SCHOOLS CHARGING TUITION IN FOREIGN CURRENCY
Charging tuition fees in dollars or pounds? Nigeria’s Minister of Solid Minerals wants such schools shut down, calling the practice a major threat to the economy. At the Nigeria Gold Day Celebration during the 10th Nigeria Mining Week in Abuja, Minister Dr. Dele Alake condemned schools that charge fees in foreign currency. He called it…
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UNICAL EVICTS SENIOR STAFF FROM QUARTERS TO PRIORITIZE JUNIOR STAFF HOUSING
The University of Calabar (UniCal) has evicted some senior staff from the Boys’ Quarters after uncovering that they illegally rented them out to students and outsiders, collecting up to ₦350,000 yearly while paying the university much less. Spokesperson Mr. Eyo Effiong said the action aims to curb unethical practices and boost housing for junior staff.…
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GOVT COMMITS TO GIRL-CHILD EDUCATION AS NATIONAL PRIORITY
At the 2025 International Day of the Girl-Child in Abuja, the Federal Government reaffirmed its dedication to advancing quality education for girls, calling it key to national progress. Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, highlighted efforts like the National Policy on Gender in Basic Education, scholarships, school feeding programs, and safe learning spaces.…
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OAUSTECH ASUU JOIN TWO-WEEK NATIONAL WARNING STRIKE FOR BETTER CONDITIONS
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) at Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa branch, has joined the nationwide two-week warning strike called by the union’s national leadership. ASUU Chairman Dr. Oluwatoyin Ogunbamike confirmed the move, saying they must follow national directives to improve conditions for all members across Nigerian public universities.…
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FEDERAL HIGH COURT IN IBADAN ADJOURNS CASE OF STUDENT DENIED ACCESS TO UI STUDENTS’ PORTAL
The Federal High Court in Ibadan has postponed the adoption of written addresses to October 14 in a case filed by Kayode Bello, a University of Ibadan postgraduate student, who is challenging the university for denying him access to the students’ portal needed for registration. Bello, representing himself, alleges victimisation by university authorities despite having…
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NBTE TAKES A FIRM STAND AGAINST CERTIFICATE FRAUD IN POLYTECHNICS — NO ROOM FOR CHEATERS
The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) is cracking down hard on certificate racketeering and academic fraud after a Punch report revealed private polytechnics in Nigeria allegedly colluding with blacklisted universities in Benin Republic to fake NYSC mobilisations using forged diplomas. NBTE’s Head of Media, Mrs. Fatima Abubakar, stressed the agency’s zero-tolerance policy and assured…
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HOUSE OF REPS TO PROBE NECO OVER ALLEGED UNAPPROVED SPENDING
The House of Representatives has decided to investigate the National Examination Council (NECO) over claims of extra-budgetary spending without proper approval. The probe follows a motion by Rep. Amobi Ogah, who stressed that NECO must be accountable for its internally generated revenue as a government agency. The investigation will cover NECO’s budget performance, bank statements,…
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PRIVATE SCHOOLS’ REGULATION COMPROMISED, URGENT FIX NEEDED — EXAMS ETHICS CHAIRMAN
Ike Onyechere, founding chairman of Exams Ethics Marshals International, warns that Nigeria’s oversight of private schools is severely compromised, calling for urgent reforms. Speaking at Methodist High School, Aba, he blamed unchecked private school owners, some lacking knowledge and standards for the sector’s decline, noting some schools operate in bedrooms with unqualified teachers. Onyechere urged…
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WOMEN LEADERS: EMBRACE TOUGH DECISIONS, SAYS UNILAG VC OGUNSOLA
Prof. Folasade Ogunsola, University of Lagos’ first female VC, urges women in leadership to be courageous, fair, and transparent, facing challenges head-on without fear. She stresses that leadership is about service, sticking to rules, and avoiding favoritism. Ogunsola rejects the idea that female leaders need shielding, encouraging women to confront realities openly and be inclusive…
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PLATEAU TEACHERS PRAISE GOV. MUTFWANG FOR RETIREMENT ACT APPROVAL
The Plateau chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS) applauded Gov. Caleb Mutfwang for approving the Teachers’ Retirement Act 2022, which raises the compulsory retirement age for teachers to 65 or 40 years of service. This move aims to tackle teacher shortages and boost retention in the state. At the 2025 World…
