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FG links NYSC mobilisation to National Education Repository policy
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved changes to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) mobilisation process, making adherence to the National Policy for the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) a mandatory requirement for all graduates seeking either mobilisation into, or exemption from, the NYSC scheme. This directive is backed by Sections 2(4)(4) and 16(1)(C) of the NYSC Act and…
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LASG issues provisional approval to 75 new private schools, demands strict compliance
The Lagos State Government has charged newly approved private school owners to uphold the highest standards of curriculum delivery, discipline, and compliance with the State’s educational guidelines. Speaking at the official presentation of Provisional Approval Certificates to 75 new private school operators at the NUT Pavilion, Alausa, Ikeja, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, reiterated…
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Aiyedatiwa charges corps members on patriotism, nation-building
By Boye Oyeyemi – Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has urged members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) to embrace patriotism, discipline, selflessness and integrity throughout their service year. The governor spoke on Friday at the official swearing-in of the 2025 Batch ‘B’ Stream II corps members held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp in Ikare-Akoko. Aiyedatiwa, represented…
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No child should be denied technical education over illegal fees- Education Minister
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that tuition and approved charges in all Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs) remain completely free, stressing that no Nigerian child should be denied access to technical education because of unauthorized payments. Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, said on Thursday via the Ministry’s official X handle that the government fully funds tuition alongside approved costs such as…
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Ede Poly SUG tasks institution on welfare, unveils shuttle bus, secretariat land
By Deborah Oladejo, Osogbo – The Students’ Union Government (SUG) of the Federal Polytechnic, Ede, Osun State, has urged the institution’s Governing Council to place greater emphasis on student welfare in order to enhance academic outcomes. Speaking at the 2025 Union Day celebration in Ede, SUG President, Ayanyemi Marvellous, made the appeal while addressing guests at the event themed “Driving…
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Nigeria sets Guinness World Record with largest gathering of teachers in Lagos
Nigeria has officially entered the Guinness World Records for hosting the largest gathering of teachers, after 5,082 educators assembled at Tafawa Balewa Square in Lagos on September 20, 2025 for the Let There Be Teachers Conference. The record-breaking event was organised by Oluwaseyi Anifowose, in partnership with Let There Be Teachers and 1 Million Teachers (1MT). The achievement was confirmed…
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Information Minister lauds NBTE for advancing skills development in creative media
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has commended the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for its role in promoting Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria, particularly through the creation of the Creative Media Sector Skills Council. The Minister gave the commendation in Abuja on Tuesday when the Executive Secretary of NBTE, Professor Idris…
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Tinubu approves hostels, road construction for Abuja law school
By Kunle Sanni – President Bola Tinubu has approved the construction of two 300-capacity hostels for the Nigerian Law School in Abuja, along with the construction of an access road linking the Body of Benchers Secretariat in the Jabi District to Nile University. The directive, issued to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, was announced on…
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Ondo sanctions two school principals over illegal levies
By Boye Oyeyemi – The Ondo State Government has sanctioned two secondary school principals for collecting unauthorised charges and items from students in public schools. Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Igbekele Ajibefun, disclosed this on Tuesday in Akure while briefing reporters. He said the affected principals, whose names and schools were not revealed, were indicted for imposing fees…
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Aiyedatiwa reaffirms commitment to building globally competitive education system
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed that quality education remains crucial to eradicating poverty and sustaining peace in society, restating his administration’s resolve to build a globally competitive education system. Aiyedatiwa made the remarks at the third edition of an educational empowerment programme sponsored by the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, held…
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