Category: Education
Lagos Government Intensifies Enforcement Against Illegal Dumping in Apapa–Iganmu Axis
Lagos, Nigeria, May 6, 2026 The Lagos State Government has raised concern over recurring incidents of illegal waste dumping along the Apapa–Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA) axis, despite recent cleanup efforts. According to the government, operatives of the Lagos Waste Management Authority carried out a comprehensive clearing operation in the early hours of May…
NGF chairman Abdulrazaq to commission Radda Model Smart School in Katsina
Katsina, Nigeria — May 5, 2026 The Chairman of the Nigerian Governors’ Forum and Governor of Kwara State, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, is set to visit Katsina State for the formal commissioning of the Radda Model Smart School. The project is one of three smart schools established by the Katsina State Government as part of its broader…
NTA Network unveils ‘My Pet Story’ in collaboration with Vetlane Animal Healthcare
Abuja, Nigeria — May 5, 2026 The NTA Network has announced the launch of a new programme titled My Pet Story, in collaboration with Vetlane Animal Healthcare. The upcoming show is designed to spotlight the unique relationships between pet owners and their animals, highlighting stories of love, companionship, and shared experiences. According to the organisers,…
DG Nema Takes Disaster Risk Reduction Awareness To Primary School Pupils In Abuja
Abuja, Nigeria — April 30, 2026 The Director-General of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Zubaida Umar, has taken disaster risk reduction awareness to pupils of LEA Primary School, Durumi, Abuja, as part of efforts to promote safety education among young Nigerians. The visit formed part of NEMA’s ongoing campaign to build a culture of…
Interior Minister, Tunji-Ojo Seeks Unified Ecowas Information System For Border Management
Abidjan, Côte D’ivoire — April 30, 2026 The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has called for the establishment of a unified information system among member states of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to strengthen border management across the sub-region. According to a statement by his Special Adviser on Media, Babatunde Alao, the…
Young Nigerians Embrace Mandarin as Key Skill for Global Opportunities
Abuja, Nigeria, Monday, April 27, 2026 A growing number of young Nigerians are breaking language barriers and positioning themselves for global opportunities by learning Mandarin, widely regarded as an essential skill in today’s international job market. Among them is Fatima Zahra Suleiman, who, alongside over 40 others, is part of a new wave of youths…
FG Introduces National Textbook Ranking System to Improve Quality and Standardisation in Schools
Abuja, Nigeria, Monday, April 27, 2026 The Federal Government has introduced a National Textbook Ranking System aimed at improving the quality and standardisation of educational materials used in schools across the country. The initiative is designed to evaluate and rank textbooks based on defined criteria, ensuring that only high-quality, curriculum-aligned materials are recommended for use…
Oyo State Takes School to the Market — Literally
The Oyo State Government has come up with one of the more practical education interventions in recent memory — instead of waiting for market children to come to school, it is bringing school to the markets. Free evening classes are launching across major markets in Ibadan from April 27, 2026, running daily from 4 pm…
KASITDA Secures $50,000 in Cloud Credits for Startups at Inaugural HEAT HackathonLandmark event under Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s digital agenda catalyzes innovation across Health, Education, Agriculture, and Transportation sectors
KANO, NIGERIA – October 11, 2025 In a bold move to accelerate Kano State’s digital transformation, the Kano State Information Technology Development Agency (KASITDA) has secured $50,000 in cloud credits to support emerging tech startups—marking a significant milestone for innovation in Northern Nigeria.The announcement came during the inaugural HEAT Hackathon 2025, held at the E-Health…
Federal Government Sends 39 Artisans to Work in Belarus
Abuja, October 7, 2025 The Federal Government of Nigeria has taken a significant step in expanding international job opportunities for its youth, as 39 skilled artisans from Benue State embark on a work assignment in Belarus. This move is part of the government’s ongoing International Job Placement Programme aimed at enhancing employment prospects for Nigerian…