Category: Education

ILLEC Nupe Language marks Eight years of Establishment

Lukman Laleye Babalola

On 19th November, 2016, Nupe Language began in a Classroom. The journey was like a nightmare. Manarakis intention was to get at least few people to join his four younger sisters to learn Nupe Language. To his surprised, a lot of people came to learn from him from various places. Professor Tswanya the then Vice Chancellor of IBBU Lapai was the first Professor to believe in his dream. He gave him some money to buy teaching materials. He confessed that his prophecy on Nupe Language is already failed. A young…

FG releases withheld salaries of varsity workers

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University College Hospital UCH Ibadan

The Federal Government has released funds to settle outstanding salaries owed to members of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Federal Universities and pay benefits to retirees under the Nigerian Union of Pensioners Contributory Pension Scheme.Oil and gas internship   Bawa Mokwa, Director, Press and Public Relations, the Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation confirmed in a statement on Saturday.   According to him, payments to NASU members have commenced, with many already confirming receipt.   The statement read, “The Federal Government has released funds for payment of withheld salary…

NIGERIAN EDUCATION SYSTEM: OVERVIEW AND INSIGHT By Bola Bakare

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Our education system should be a peculiar format that suits our demands on students for the general progress of Nigeria. We can learn from great nations with good education policies that’s in tandem with what we have for ultimate achievement. A cursory look at the Japanese and Montessori models as case studies is quite apt. The Japanese education system is renowned for its rigorous academic standards, discipline, and innovative approaches with a comprehensive overview Primary Education Ages 6-12, Junior High School Ages 13-15, High School Ages 16-18, Higher Education Ages…

NITDA, Ministry Of Education partner on advancing Digital Literacy Curriculum In Nigeria

Lukman Laleye Babalola

In a significant move aimed at fostering the development of a digitally savvy generation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) and the Federal Ministry of Education (FME) have partnered to advance the digital literacy curriculum in Nigeria. This collaboration is part of a broader initiative to equip Nigerian students with the necessary skills to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital economy.   The Director General of NITDA Kashifu Inuwa during a media interview at the 68th Meeting of the National Council on Education (NCE), articulated the critical mandate given…

French Govt awards €250,00,over N500m grant to Five Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria to tackle Plastic Pollution

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The French Government has awarded €250,00, and over 500 million naira to five tertiary institutions in Nigeria as grant to combat plastic pollution. The grant tagged French Embassy Fund (FEF), is part of the French Government’s global effort to encourage proper plastic waste management and young Nigerian researchers to develop innovative ideas for a safer environment. At the official inauguration of the FEF Waste Management in Nigerian Campuses Project in Abuja, the Head of Cooperation and Cultural Affairs in the French Embassy, Thierry Valentin said the idea was to show…

Expediency Of Valuing Teachers’ Voices As The World Celebrates 2024 World Teachers’ Day,By Isaac Asabor

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As the world celebrates the World Teachers’ Day 2024 today, October 5, the theme, “Valuing Teachers’ Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education,” resonates with a powerful message that has the potential to transform the educational landscape globally and, most importantly, within Nigeria. The theme highlights the pivotal role of teachers in shaping the future of education while advocating for a fresh commitment that recognizes their contributions, listens to their perspectives, and ultimately enhances their working conditions. However, while this theme is an important global call, there is an…

Bill to establish Federal University Of Agriculture in Osun passes first,second reading in Senate

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The Nigerian Senate has passed for first and second reading a Bill which seek to establish a Federal University of Agriculture and Tropical Studies in Iragbiji, Osun State.   The bill titled: “A Bill for an Act to establish the Federal University of Agriculture and Tropical Studies, Iragbiji, Osun State and to make comprehensive provisions for its due management and administration and for related matters, 2024” was sponsored by the Senate Leader, Senator Opeyemi Bamidele (APC – Ekiti Central) on Wednesday.   After Bamidele presented his lead debate, Senator Olarere…

UI celebrates Prof Adeyemi’s Distinguished career with valedictory lecture on Friday

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A Valedictory Lecture will be delivered on Friday Oct. 4, in honor of Professor Gabriel Oladapo Adeyemi who will be retiring from the services of the Department of Geology, University of Ibadan upon reaching the mandatory retirement age of 70.   The event which will also include a book presentation by the retiring Professor according to the organisers, will take place at the International Conference Center, University of Ibadan from noon.   The valedictory lecture will be delivered by Professor Ibrahim Adewuyi Oyediran, a Professor of Environmental and Engineering Geology…

LAUTECH Graduate bags 4.53 first-class in Mathematics, wins 4 scholarships to study for her masters

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A brilliant Nigerian lady named Kofoworola Sukurat Olabisi bagged a Mathematics degree with first-class honors at Ladoke Akintola University, Nigeria. She won four scholarships from different universities abroad to study for her master’s degree. Sukurat obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics at Ladoke Akintola University, Nigeria with a 4.53 over 5.00 cumulative grade point average. Her remarkable performance earned her scholarships from universities across the world. She said she applied to 11 universities but was admitted to 4 programs. She earned acceptance from Western Kentucky University, the New…

Nelson siblings, Divine and Dave join Medical Profession, as Babcock University inducts 92 new Doctors

Lukman Laleye Babalola

A remarkable journey culminated in celebration as Dr Divine and Dr Dave Nelson marked their achievements alongside family and friends during the 9th induction ceremony at Babcock University on Tuesday. The newly minted doctors, Dr Divine and Dr Dave, raised by a single mother, joined 92 successful colleagues at the well-attended 2024 all ‘stethoscope event, held in the 600-seat auditorium of the College of Health and Medical Sciences, Babcock University, Ilisan Remo, Ogun State.   Amb Peace Onuiri, the proud mother of the First-class graduates, expressed her overwhelming joy as…