Category: Educational
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JAMB’S 150 CUT-OFF MARK: A DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD FOR NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES
JAMB’S 150 CUT-OFF MARK: A DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD FOR NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES JAMB’s new 150 cut-off mark could open doors for many—but it also raises big questions about quality and readiness in Nigerian higher education. Educationist Sunday Fowowe welcomes the move, saying it boosts access for disadvantaged students and promotes equity across regions. This shift could help…
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KWASU FIRES BACK: “WE’RE NOT SILENT ON MALETE INSECURITY!”
KWASU FIRES BACK: “WE’RE NOT SILENT ON MALETE INSECURITY!” No cover-ups here—KWASU says it’s all hands on deck to protect students, calling out claims of inaction as pure mischief. Kwara State University (KWASU) has firmly rejected social media chatter accusing the school and state government of ignoring recent off-campus security scares. Acting Director Dr. Saeedat…
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JAMB 2025 ADMISSION POLICY MEETING: EDUCATORS AND LAWMAKERS SHAPE FUTURE OF TERTIARY EDUCATION
JAMB 2025 ADMISSION POLICY MEETING: EDUCATORS AND LAWMAKERS SHAPE FUTURE OF TERTIARY EDUCATION When education heavyweights and policymakers gather, the future of Nigerian tertiary admissions gets a serious upgrade. Here’s the inside scoop from Abuja’s latest JAMB policy powwow!On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, Abuja played host to a pivotal meeting on admissions into tertiary institutions,…
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EDO STUDENTS, GET READY: OKPEBHOLO DROPS ₦1 BILLION BURSARY ANNUALLY!
EDO STUDENTS, GET READY: OKPEBHOLO DROPS ₦1 BILLION BURSARY ANNUALLY! Governor Monday Okpebholo just made student life sweeter for Edo indigenes nationwide by approving a whopping ₦1 billion bursary every year for those in tertiary institutions. This move came after youth leaders passionately called for financial help, and Okpebholo answered loud and clear at a…
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NADDC PARTNERS WITH LADY MECHANIC INITIATIVE TO TRAIN WOMEN ON CNG VEHICLE CONVERSION
NADDC PARTNERS WITH LADY MECHANIC INITIATIVE TO TRAIN WOMEN ON CNG VEHICLE CONVERSIONThe National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) is teaming up with the Lady Mechanic Initiative to train female technicians on converting petrol vehicles to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG). The five-day training in Benin aims to boost women’s technical skills and promote gender…
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SAFE SCHOOLS, STRONGER FUTURE: OYO CP TAKES SAFETY MESSAGE TO STUDENTS
SAFE SCHOOLS, STRONGER FUTURE: OYO CP TAKES SAFETY MESSAGE TO STUDENTSIbadan got a dose of safety first this Tuesday as Oyo State’s Commissioner of Police, CP Johnson Adenola, rolled up his sleeves and spoke directly to students at Government Technical College and CAC Grammar School. With a firm but friendly approach, CP Adenola emphasized the…
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NIGERIAN ARMY DAY 2025: BRIG.-GEN. OBOLO BOOSTS YENAGOA SCHOOLS WITH BOOKS AND INSPIRATION
NIGERIAN ARMY DAY 2025: BRIG.-GEN. OBOLO BOOSTS YENAGOA SCHOOLS WITH BOOKS AND INSPIRATION When the army marches into classrooms, it’s not just about drills—it’s about dreams. Brigadier-General Oluremi Obolo swapped his uniform for a storyteller’s hat, inspiring students and handing over educational materials to fuel young minds in Yenagoa.In a lively celebration marking the 2025…
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BAUCHI BOOSTS GIRL’S EDUCATION WITH CASH TRANSFERS UNDER AGILE PROJECT
Bauchi Boosts Girls’ Education with Cash Transfers Under AGILE ProjectBauchi State is stepping up efforts to promote girls’ education through the Conditional Cash Transfers (CCT) program of the AGILE project, supported by the World Bank. The initiative provides financial aid to girls in junior and senior secondary schools who maintain at least 80% attendance and…
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NELFUND WARNS STUDENTS AGAINST FAKE LOAN PORTAL SCAMS
NELFUND Warns Students Against Fake Loan Portal ScamsThe Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has alerted students to beware of a fake online portal falsely claiming that President Tinubu reopened the student loan application. The fraudulent site uses a misleading link and is not affiliated with NELFUND. NELFUND’s official loan application portal is https://nelf.gov.ng. Students, parents,…
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12 SCHOOLS MAKE SEMI-FINALS IN KW-IRS VIRTUAL QUIZ
12 Schools Make Semis in KW-IRS Virtual Quiz, Sparking Academic Buzz in KwaraThe 2025 KW-IRS Tax Club Quiz Competition is heating up as 12 secondary schools from across Kwara State clinch semi-final spots. Organized by the Kwara State Internal Revenue Service in partnership with the Ministry of Education, this year’s contest went fully digital, with…
