USOSA
6 Dec
As President Bola Tinubu prepares to present the 2025 budget, the Unity Schools Old Students Association (USOSA) is advocating for a significant boost in funding for the education sector. USOSA President-General (PG), Michael Magaji gave the charge in an interview with The Guardian. Nigeria has consistently fallen short of the UNESCO-recommended benchmark of allocating 15-20%…
30 Oct
The Unity Schools Old Students Association (USOSA) has reaffirmed the association's dedication to supporting national development and improving educational standards through close collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education. They noted the association's active contributions to the growth and development of education over the years. President-General of USOSA, Mr Michael Magaji, disclosed this in Abuja…
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Federal Government colleges used to be parents’ choice for their children and wards as far as secondary education is concerned.
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The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has emphasised the importance of a united Nigeria in the fight against bandits and terrorism. Musa made these remarks at the second Unity School Old Students Association (USOSA) Games held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Package B, Abuja.
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