Delta State has kicked off a 44-day statewide campaign aimed at distributing over 3.1 million insecticide-treated mosquito nets (ITNs) to residents in all 25 local government areas. The initiative, which is in partnership with the National Malaria Elimination Programme (NMEP), is a key component of the state’s ongoing efforts to combat malaria, one of the
In a moment of national pride and regional celebration, Team Checkup from Anambra State has emerged as the overall winner of the 2025 National Girls in ICT Competition. The annual contest, which aims to inspire and empower young Nigerian girls to pursue careers in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), was organized by the Federal Ministry
Fountain University, Osogbo, has once again affirmed its place among top institutions offering quality accounting education in Nigeria as its Bachelor of Science in Accounting programme has secured full re-accreditation from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN). The new accreditation status is valid until the year 2028. The prestigious professional body, ICAN, formally
The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Emeritus Is-haq Oloyede, has advised students to place premium value on time and other limited resources, noting that true success lies in maximizing what is scarce. The former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin gave this charge while addressing the pioneer students of the
In a moment that has left many Nigerians inspired and proud, a 12-year-old girl, Sumayya Adam, from Billiri Local Government Area of Gombe State, has captured national attention after emerging as the female overall winner in the 2024 Gombe State Qur’anic Recitation Competition. The young prodigy, a student of Knowledge International School, showcased an extraordinary
In a major stride towards addressing the country’s persistent healthcare personnel shortage, the Federal Government has approved a significant increase in the annual enrollment quota for nursing students in Nigeria. The intake figure has jumped from 28,000 to a record-breaking 115,000, marking a monumental policy shift aimed at mitigating the effects of brain drain and
In a strategic move to enhance educational access and redefine the learning experience for students across Nigeria, Miva Open University has officially unveiled its Lagos Study Centre. The inauguration ceremony, which took place today in the Yaba area of Lagos, marks a significant milestone in the institution’s growing footprint and commitment to delivering flexible, student-centric
Education remains the bedrock of national development, and for Nigeria, achieving Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) — ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learning opportunities for all — is both an urgent necessity and a formidable challenge. However, experts argue that with the right transformative policies, Nigeria can dramatically accelerate its
In a bold move reflecting Nigeria’s renewed commitment to strengthening its healthcare and education sectors, the federal government has recorded a historic surge in the annual enrollment of nursing students. Official figures reveal that nursing enrollment numbers have jumped from 28,000 to an unprecedented 115,000 within a year, marking a transformative milestone under President Bola
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has confirmed the arrest and ongoing prosecution of no fewer than 40 individuals for impersonation during the ongoing 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), even as public outrage continues to grow over the early resumption time and the far-flung locations assigned to many candidates. According to the examination
