Education
18 Mar
On the 27th January, 2016, former governor Yahaya Bello was sworn in as the fourth executive governor of Kogi State and led the state uninterrupted for a sterling period of 8 years which ended on the 27th January, 2024. Bello handed over power to his worthy successor Ahmed Usman Ododo who emerged winner of the…
12 Mar
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal on Monday presided over the 18th session of the Zamfara State Executive Council meeting at the council chambers, Government House, Gusau. The governor emphasised the need for accountability and transparency in governance, urging all cabinet members to prioritize their responsibilities. A statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Bala Idris, which…
6 Mar
Akwa Ibom State Governor, Umo Eno, has fulfilled a campaign promise by releasing an additional N2.7 billion for gratuities and leave grants. The amount, which is for the payment of gratuities to retired workers and leave grant for primary school teachers, brings the total amount the governor has approved for these purposes in his first…
4 Mar
The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-academic Staff Union of Education and Associated Institutions (NASU) have given the Federal Government a seven-day ultimatum to meet their demands or they will embark on strike.
4 Mar
President Bola Tinubu and Emir of the State of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, yesterday, in Doha, witnessed the signing of historic agreements between both nations, opening a gateway for leveraging the potential of cooperation in pivotal sectors of education, enterprise development, investment promotion, youth empowerment, mining, tourism and sports.
28 Feb
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has described education as the foundation of civilization explaining why it is top priority in the Six Smart Agenda programme of his administration. Lawal spoke on Wednesday at the flag off distribution of teaching and learning materials to 250 public primary and junior secondary schools throughout the state. The items…
28 Feb
Nedu, the multifaceted Nigerian media personality, sits down with The Guardian's IFEANYI IBEH to delve into his diverse career, from radio DJ to comedian to philanthropist. This interview explores Nedu's journey through the ever-evolving landscape of media, his approach to navigating controversy, and his latest venture: a scholarship program aimed at empowering 1,000 Nigerians. For…
25 Feb
Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has described the standard of education in the state as appalling, explaining the recent decision of his administration to declare a state of emergency in the sector. “The level of education in Zamfara is far below the acceptable standard and we are determined to address this issue by allocating additional…
17 Feb
Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, on Friday, emphasized the government's commitment to youth development and empowerment at the Kwara Books and Arts Festival (KWABAFEST). The Governor highlighted key initiatives and projects aimed at nurturing talent, fostering creativity, and equipping the youth with essential skills. The event, themed "Transcendence," focused on celebrating creativity, innovation, and the…
15 Feb
Governor Dauda Lawal has successfully negotiated the release of their previously withheld WAEC results, paving the way for continued education and potential participation in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme. Previous administrations in Zamfara State had accumulated a debt of N1.4 billion owed to WAEC, leading to the withholding of examination results for affected…
15 Feb
The prevalence of out-of-school children in Nigeria has become a national embarrassment. It is unconscionable that governments at subnational level including states with huge numbers of out-of-school children would appear nonchalant about changing the narrative.
6 Feb
Co-founder and co-sponsor of Bayo and Bunmi Babalola Foundation (BBBF), Sunday Adebayo Babalola, has urged the Federal Government, states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) to invest more in education.
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