Tag: #NigeriaEducation
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STAKEHOLDERS CALL FOR GREATER INVESTMENT IN INCLUSIVE MATHEMATICS EDUCATION FOR VISUALLY IMPAIRED LEARNERS
Stakeholders are advocating stronger support for inclusive Mathematics education to help learners with visual impairment achieve their full potential. The call comes amid concerns that many visually impaired students continue to face barriers such as inadequate learning materials, limited assistive devices and insufficiently trained teachers. Experts say these challenges can affect academic performance and reduce…
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TECHNICAL COLLEGE ENROLMENT JUMPS 81% AS TVET REFORMS GAIN MOMENTUM – NABTEB
Nigeria is witnessing a sharp rise in technical college enrolment as ongoing Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) reforms continue to attract more students, according to the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB). Speaking during a monitoring visit to NABTEB practical examinations in Lagos, Registrar and CEO, Dr. Mohammed Aminu, revealed that enrolment…
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FG INAUGURATES COMMITTEE TO FAST-TRACK SMART, BILINGUAL SCHOOLS ACROSS NIGERIA
The Federal Government has inaugurated a new implementation and monitoring committee to accelerate the completion and operation of Smart Schools, Bilingual Schools and Alternative Schools across Nigeria. Speaking in Abuja, Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa said the initiative is aimed at ensuring that investments in education translate into real learning opportunities for children. He…
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PUBLISHERS CALL FOR WIDER CONSULTATION ON PROPOSED TEXTBOOK RANKING POLICY
The Nigerian Publishers Association (NPA) has called on the Federal Ministry of Education to review its proposed textbook ranking policy, urging broader stakeholder engagement and greater transparency before implementation. Speaking at a press conference in Lagos, NPA President Lukman Dauda said the association supports reforms aimed at improving educational quality and accountability but expressed concerns…
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DIGITAL PLATFORM LAUNCHED TO BOOST TEACHERS’ EARNINGS AND STEM EXODUS
A new digital platform has been launched in Lagos by the Nigerian Teachers Community (NTC) to support teachers with better earning opportunities and reduce the rate of exit from the education sector. The platform allows teachers to host and monetise online classes and other educational services. It was developed with partners, including Hallos, a live-learning…
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ENUGU BOOSTS AVIATION SKILLS AS EASTWING, GLOBAL FIRM LAUNCH 525 TRAINING COURSES
From Enugu to Europe-standard classrooms — a new aviation partnership is opening doors for Nigerians to train, certify, and compete globally. Aviation training just got a major lift in Nigeria as Eastwing Aviation Institute, Enugu, partners with Sofema Aviation Services (Bulgaria) to roll out over 525 internationally recognised courses. The programme, supported through a bursary…
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ZAMFARA MOVES TO FIX EDUCATION CRISIS WITH SWEEPING REFORMS
Over half a million learners are in focus as Zamfara turns its “education emergency” declaration into real action on the ground. The Zamfara State Government says it has rolled out major education reforms aimed at fast-tracking the implementation of its state of emergency in the education sector. The Acting Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology,…
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KASU FACELIFT SIGNALS BIGGER EDUCATION PLAY IN KADUNA
It’s more than fresh paint—Kaduna’s campus upgrade could be the start of a wider education reset. The Chairman of Jema’a LGA, Peter Tanko, has again spotlighted Governor Uba Sani’s push on education after inspecting major upgrades at Kaduna State University, Kafanchan campus. Yes, there are new hostels, a revamped library and improved learning spaces but…
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AIYEDATIWA: UNIVERSITIES HOLD KEY TO NIGERIA’S FUTURE
No nation outruns its universities — Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa says Nigeria’s leap into the future depends on stronger leadership and stronger classrooms. Akure, April 16, 2026 — Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, says Nigeria’s economic and technological future will be shaped by the strength of its universities and the quality of leadership they produce.…
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NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES URGED TO BOOST GLOBAL GRANT CAPACITY
Experts say Nigerian universities must sharpen their grantsmanship to compete globally and secure sustainable funding. Nigerian universities have been called to strengthen their capacity for international grants and strategic resource mobilisation to remain competitive and financially sustainable. The call came from Prof. Andrew Haruna and Mr Ken Oguzie during a research workshop at the Committee…
