In a landmark judgment that has sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s education sector, an Abuja High Court has ordered a prominent private school in the Federal Capital Territory to pay N100 million in damages following the death of a student under their care. The court delivered its judgment yesterday after months of hearings in a case
Workers at the Ondo State Polytechnic have embarked on an indefinite strike action to protest months of unpaid salaries, bringing academic activities at the institution to a complete standstill. The strike, which began yesterday morning, saw academic and non-academic staff deserting their duty posts after union leaders announced the industrial action following failed negotiations with
Four individuals have been arrested as the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) discovered a shocking 585 fraudulent Advanced Level certificates submitted by candidates seeking admission into tertiary institutions.The arrests followed an extensive verification exercise conducted by JAMB in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force, targeting the authenticity of A-Level qualifications presented by prospective university
Lagos State University (LASU) marked its 28th convocation ceremony on Monday with a traditional coconut-breaking event aimed at fostering peace and progress within the institution. The ceremony, which took place at the university’s main campus in Ojo, Lagos, saw the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, lead prayers for the well-being of students, staff, and all stakeholders.
In a bold and visionary initiative to integrate Islamic values into the global discourse on sustainability, the Consortium of Islamic Faith-Based Universities in Southwest and Kwara State is set to host its Maiden International Conference from July 1st to 3rd, 2025. The event will take place at Fountain University, Osogbo, Nigeria, and is expected to
The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has put forward a proposal to extend the duration of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) from one year to two years. Dr. Alausa made this suggestion during a visit by the new Director General of NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, who called on him at his
In a significant move aimed at bolstering the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program, Nigeria’s Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has proposed extending the mandatory service year from one to two years. This initiative, unveiled during a courtesy visit by the new NYSC Director-General, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, in Abuja, seeks to enhance
The Oyo State Government has initiated the second phase of its free textbook distribution program, targeting both junior and senior students in public secondary schools across the state. This initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to enhance access to quality education and improve academic performance among students. Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology,
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing science and technology education by empowering young girls in the Niger Delta region through its Girl Child STEM initiative. This groundbreaking programme, which concluded with a competition in Port Harcourt, aims to bridge the gender gap in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
Former Registrar of the West African Examination Council (WAEC), Dr. Iyi Uwadiae, has expressed deep concern over the increasing number of out-of-school children in Nigeria. Speaking at his 70th birthday dinner in Lagos on Wednesday, Uwadiae emphasized the need for parents to prioritize education despite financial and societal challenges. He attributed the alarming rate of
