Category: Educational
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WAEC RELEASES 2025 WASSCE RESULTS, RAISING CONCERNS OVER EXAM MALPRACTICE
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has released the 2025 WASSCE results for school candidates, withholding results of 192,089 students (9.75%) over exam malpractice, though this marks a slight improvement from 2024. Dr. Amos Dangut highlighted persistent issues like mobile phone use and organised cheating as major concerns. Out of nearly 2 million candidates, 77%…
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FG APPROVES ₦68.7BN POWER PROJECTS TO BOOST EDUCATION AND RURAL ECONOMY
FG APPROVES ₦68.7BN POWER PROJECTS TO BOOST EDUCATION AND RURAL ECONOMY The Federal Government is investing ₦68.7 billion in new solar power projects to ensure reliable electricity for public universities, teaching hospitals, and rural agro-businesses. Announced by Minister Adebayo Adelabu after President Tinubu’s FEC meeting, the initiative targets eight major federal institutions with solar systems…
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FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION SETS RECORD STRAIGHT ON JSS1 AGE REQUIREMENT
FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION SETS RECORD STRAIGHT ON JSS1 AGE REQUIREMENT The Ministry of Education shoots down The Punch’s claim about raising the minimum age for JSS1 admission to 12, confirming it remains 10 years — no ifs, no buts! Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa also locks in the university entry age at 16, stressing it’s…
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HOUSE COMMITTEE HALTS UNIVERSITY OF ABUJA VC APPOINTMENT AMID LEADERSHIP DRAMA
HOUSE COMMITTEE HALTS UNIVERSITY OF ABUJA VC APPOINTMENT AMID LEADERSHIP DRAMA The House Committee on University Education is pressing pause on appointing a new Vice-Chancellor for the University of Abuja until the ongoing leadership tussle is fully sorted. Committee Chair Rep. Abubakar Fulata urges calm and dialogue to keep academic life smooth, stressing no disruption…
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BAUCHI TEACHERS SERVICE DEMOTES TWO OFFICERS OVER SCHOOL PROPERTY SALE
BAUCHI TEACHERS SERVICE DEMOTES TWO OFFICERS OVER SCHOOL PROPERTY SALE Bauchi State Teachers Service Commission has demoted Malam Musa Ahmed, Principal of Government Day Secondary School Kirfi, and Senior Master Malam Adamu Shehu for illegally selling school property and mismanagement. Following a thorough probe, both were downgraded by one grade and transferred to new schools.…
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UN URGES AFRICA TO BET ON YOUTH FOR DIGITAL FUTURE
UN URGES AFRICA TO BET ON YOUTH FOR DIGITAL FUTURE UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed calls on Africa to harness its booming youth population—over 850 million by 2050—by investing in STEM education and digital infrastructure to unlock the continent’s full potential. Speaking at the UN in New York, Mohammed warned that only 19% of Africans…
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FED MINISTRY OF EDUCATION DENIES RUMORS OF 2025 WAEC CANCELLATION
FED MINISTRY OF EDUCATION DENIES RUMORS OF 2025 WAEC CANCELLATION The Federal Ministry of Education warns Nigerians to ignore fake news claiming the 2025 WAEC exams were canceled over malpractice, stressing exams concluded successfully with isolated cases handled. Director Press, Mrs. Folasade Boriowo, urged the public to rely only on official sources like the Ministry’s…
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GOVS, MEDIA TITANS SET TO HONOUR LATEEF JAKANDE IN POWERFUL LAGOS LECTURE
GOVS, MEDIA TITANS SET TO HONOUR LATEEF JAKANDE IN POWERFUL LAGOS LECTURE Lagos is gearing up for the 3rd Lateef Jakande Memorial Lecture on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, presented by the Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE). This annual event celebrates the iconic journalist and former Lagos State governor, Lateef Jakande, spotlighting his enduring influence on…
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SOKOTO EMPOWERS 40 VVF AND GBV SURVIVORS WITH LIFELIHOOD SKILLS
SOKOTO EMPOWERS 40 VVF AND GBV SURVIVORS WITH LIFELIHOOD SKILLS Sokoto State teams up with UNFPA to give 40 survivors of Vesico Vaginal Fistula and Gender-Based Violence tools and training for a fresh start. At a 5-day skills training closing, government officials highlighted efforts to boost survivors’ confidence and independence while expanding healthcare services. Beneficiaries…
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EX-JAMB REGISTRAR OJERINDE, ICPC MOVE TO SETTLE N5.2BN FRAUD CASE OUT OF COURT
EX-JAMB REGISTRAR OJERINDE, ICPC MOVE TO SETTLE N5.2BN FRAUD CASE OUT OF COURT Former JAMB boss Prof. Dibu Ojerinde and the ICPC are pushing for an out-of-court settlement in his long-running N5.2 billion corruption case. Lawyers confirmed the fresh move for an administrative resolution to the Federal High Court, leading to an adjournment until October…
