Category: Education

Make Oyo Education utmost priority — MURIC tells Gov Makinde

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Gov Seyi Makinde led administration has been charged to make education a matter of utmost priority. The call was made by the leading human rights group in Nigeria, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) following the recent reports on the education sector in the State. In a statement circulated to the media on Wednesday, 27th November 2024. The State Ambassador and Secretary General of the Muslim Rights Concern MURIC Oyo State Chapter called for urgent proactive measures to ensure proper access to education in the State.   The full message reads:…

Gov Okpebholo inspects schools, frowns at deplorable conditions of facilities

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, on Wednesday, embarked on inspection of schools in the State, where he frowned at the dilapidated structures as well as the poor sanitary, security and learning conditions in the schools. The Governor who was accompanied on the tour by the Chairman, State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Paddy Iyamu and other top government functionaries, visited Eweka Primary School Obazagbon, Oroma Primary School Amagba; Amagba secondary school; and Uyiosa Primary School Uzebu; all in Oredo Local Government Area of Edo State. Governor Okpebholo wondered the…

Ireland’s Ambassador reiterates support for ASE University

Lukman Laleye Babalola

Ireland’s Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency, Mr Peter Ryan, has expressed his commitment to supporting African School of Economics (ASE), the Pan-African University of Excellence, in achieving its vision. The Ambassador made this commitment while paying a courtesy visit to the management of the University on Wednesday November 20, 2024 at the ASE Campus, Abuja. Ambassador Ryan noted that his country was ready to explore potential collaborations and partnerships with ASE with a view to achieving such shared goals of promoting education, entrepreneurship, and cultural exchange between Irish universities and…

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…