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Ondo monarch praises outgoing VC of UNIMED
The Osemawe Ondo Kingdom, Oba Victor Kiladejo has showered encomium on the outgoing Vice Chancellor of the University of Medical Sciences in Ondo, Prof. Adesegun Fatusi. He describing him as “a quintessential gentleman, one given to diligence and high-level commitment to tasks.” The honour bestowed on Fatusi held on Saturday at a well-attended valedictory event put together by the Osemawe-In-Council.…
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Ogun governor appoints 2 best graduating students of Unilag as Education Ambassadors
The governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Samuel Badekale and Haroun Adebakin, who emerged as the best graduating students of the University of Lagos during its 55th convocation, as the state’s education ambassadors. Abiodun also presented them with cheques of N10m each in recognition of their academic excellence. Receiving them at his office in Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, on…
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10 takeaways from Minister of Education’s media briefing
The Nigerian Education Sector Renewal Initiative (NESRI) of the Ministry of Education, unveiled last year, with the overarching goal of moving Nigeria from a resource-based economy to a knowledge-based economy, has the following objectives:• Reduction in out-of-school children,• Reduction in learning poverty, and• Increase in skills and human capital for the labour market NESRI’s Pillars are Technical and Vocational Education…
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Why we asked FG to takeover TASUED- Ogun govt
The governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun has disclosed the reasons behind the state’s request to the Federal Government to turn the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) into a federal institution. Speaking during an interview with newsmen in Abeokuta on Wednesday, Abiodun said the move was meant to not only ensure balance in the distribution of federal educational…
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Ekiti education varsity begins work on technology hub
Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology, Ikere Ekiti, has commenced work on a technology hub aimed at enhancing students’ digital skills and innovation. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Olufemi Adeoluwa, who disclosed this during the maiden convocation ceremony of the institution, said the university prioritises vocational and entrepreneurial education to equip students with practical skills for self-reliance. He highlighted that…
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Student loan repayment structure is interest-free, says NELFUND
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has said the loan repayment structure is interest-free, even if repayments stretch over a decade. He assured students that beneficiaries of the student loan scheme will not be restricted from travelling abroad after graduation. Managing Director and Chief Executive of NELFUND, Akintunde Sawyerr, made this clarification during a sensitisation programme at Edo University, Iyamho, on…
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TETFund inaugurates steering committee on alternative energy solution for tertiary institutions
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund has inaugurated the steering committee on the Alternative Energy Solution Initiative for tertiary institutions. TETFund also unveiled a Special Intervention initiative aimed at addressing the persistent power shortages affecting Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. The newly inaugurated committee, chaired by Sunday Adepoju, a member of TETFund’s Board of Trustees, has been given two months to submit a…
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Nigeria calls for stronger Commonwealth collaboration in education
By Kunle Sanni Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening educational collaboration within the Commonwealth, with the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, emphasizing the transformative role of education in national and global development. Speaking at the Commonwealth Day commemoration at the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja, Dr. Alausa highlighted the 2025 theme, “Together We Thrive,” as a…
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Idris Olorunnimbe now UBEC Chairman
President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Idris Olorunnimbe as the Chairman of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) Board. Olorunnimbe, a distinguished entrepreneur and administrator, is widely recognized for his contributions to Nigeria’s creative and corporate sectors, having founded The Temple Company, a multidisciplinary firm involved in media, entertainment, and consulting. Beyond the private sector, Olorunnimbe has a…
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Student Loan: NELFUND laments low turnout of female applicants
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has said the ratio of females in tertiary institutions accessing the loans compared to males was not impressive. The Fund’s Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, made this known in Abuja during the International Women’s Day celebration. Represented by Oluwatosin Sanusi, NELFUND’s Head of Investments and Funds Management, Sawyerr said one out of every five applications for…
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