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LASG unveils adult language proficiency class to boost cultural exchange, career opportunities
By Folashade Olorunfemi As part of efforts to promote language learning and foster cultural exchange, the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, through the Multilingual International Resource Centre (MIRC), has introduced the Adult Language Proficiency Class to enhance communication skills, deepen cultural understanding, and expand career opportunities for residents. During a recent tour of the facility in Maryland,…
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UniAbuja Governing Council appoints Sambo as Acting Registrar
The Governing Council of the University of Abuja led by Senator ( Dr ) Olanrewaju Tejuoso, has approved the appointment of Malam Sambo Mohammed as Acting Registrar of the institution. According to the statement on the institution’s facebook page, the appointment was made during the 80th Extraordinary Meeting of Council held on Friday 7 November 2025. It takes effect from…
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FG, Ondo State unveil plans to modernize education sector through technology
The federal government and Ondo State Government have reaffirmed their commitment to repositioning Nigeria’s education sector through digital innovation, data management, and professional teacher development. The declaration was made on Friday at the 69th National Council on Education (NCE) meeting held at the International Centre for Culture and Events (The Dome), Akure. Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa described education as the…
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Prof Hakeem Fawehinmi appointed Substantive Vice-Chancellor of Yakubu Gowon University Abuja
The eleventh Governing Council of Yakubu Gowon University, formerly the University of Abuja, under the chairmanship of Distinguished Senator Dr. Olanrewaju Tejuoso, has approved the appointment of Professor Hakeem Babatunde Fawehinmi as the Substantive Vice-Chancellor of the institution. The announcement was made during the 80th Extraordinary Meeting of Council on Friday. The appointment, which takes effect from Tuesday, 10 February…
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NELFUND: FUTA VC laments poor student response as 3,000 benefit
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), Prof. Adenike Oladiji, has expressed worry over students’ poor awareness and low interest in the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). Speaking at a press briefing ahead of the 36th convocation, Oladiji said over 3,000 students had benefited from the scheme, but many others were unwilling…
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AAUA Students’ Union denies Boko Haram invasion rumour, urges calm
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Students’ Union of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA), has debunked claims circulating on social media that Boko Haram insurgents invaded the Akungba community. In a statement jointly signed by the Union President, Comrade Salami Akeem (Ologbon); General Secretary, Comrade Bakare Jamiu Abiodun (Unique); and Public Relations Officer, Comrade Ajidagba Mosadoluwa (Mosa Gold), the Union described…
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Professor Ogunwole emerges FUOYE VC
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Governing Council of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) has named Professor Joshua Olalekan Ogunwole as the institution’s new Vice Chancellor. The announcement was made by the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Senator Victor Ndoma-Egba (SAN), during a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday. Professor Ogunwole, who will assume duty on February 11, 2026, succeeds Professor…
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FG launches National Education Repository, moves to curb certificate fraud
By Folashade Olorunfemi As part of efforts to reposition Nigeria’s education system through digital innovation, data management, and professional teacher development, the Federal Government has approved the establishment of the National Education Repository and Databank (NERD) — a digital platform for collecting, verifying, and preserving academic records. Minister of State for Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, announced the initiative while declaring…
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Staff loan scheme will lift lecturers, boost productivity – Education Minister
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has said the newly launched Tertiary Institution Staff Loan Scheme Fund (TISSF) will enhance staff morale and productivity across tertiary institutions in the country. Alausa said this during the presentation of ceremonial cheques to staff of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), who were beneficiaries of the scheme…
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Senate passes bill to prohibit sexual harassment in educational institutions
The Senate has passed, through third reading, a bill seeking to prevent and prohibit sexual harassment of students in educational institutions and other learning environments across the country. The bill, which originated from the House of Representatives as a concurrent legislation, aims to protect students from all forms of sexual misconduct and abuse within academic settings. It also establishes a…
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