Tag: Education
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…
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’s Education Crisis: ₦90 Billion Budget Fails to Fix Roofless Classrooms
Ibadan, Oyo State – Despite Governor Seyi Makinde’s administration allocating a record ₦90.6 billion to education in 2024—a 56% increase from 2023’s ₦58 billion—public primary schools across the state remain in shocking disrepair, with pupils studying in roofless classrooms and sitting on bare floors. A Broken System in Plain Sight At St. Stephen Primary School…
Governor Otti Pledges Immediate Rehabilitation of ABSU Facilities After Shocking Inspection
Abia State Governor Alex Otti has issued a public apology to students of Abia State University Uturu (ABSU) following his unscheduled visit that revealed the deplorable state of infrastructure at the institution. The governor, who visited the campus after Sunday service at Assemblies of God Church in Umuahia, expressed dismay during his on-the-spot assessment of…
Over 600 Pupils in FCT Abuja Schools Learn in Deplorable Conditions, Sit on Bare Floors Under Leaking Roofs
Two primary schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, are in a state of severe neglect, with over 600 pupils forced to sit on bare floors under leaking roofs due to a lack of basic infrastructure. The dire conditions at LEA Primary School Gasaki in Karshi Ward and LEA Primary School Gosa 1 have…
FG Urges States to Reopen Schools Shut for Ramadan, Says Education Minister
The Federal Government has called on the governments of Bauchi, Katsina, Kebbi, and Kano states to reconsider their decision to shut down state-owned schools for the Ramadan period. The Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, expressed concern over the potential loss of learning time and emphasized the need to prioritize education, even during the…
FG Adopts TASUED in Ogun State as Federal University, Marking a Historic Milestone for Education
In a landmark decision aimed at strengthening teacher education and honoring Nigeria’s educational pioneers, the Federal Government has officially adopted the Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED) in Ijagun, Ogun State, as a federal institution. President Bola Tinubu approved the adoption on Friday, March 7, 2025, in a move that underscores the government’s commitment to…
Shariah Council Defends Closure of Schools in Northern States During Ramadan
The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN) has defended the decision by several Northern states to close primary and secondary schools during Ramadan, stating that the move prioritizes students’ well-being amid extreme heat conditions. The council also urged Zamfara, Sokoto, Jigawa, and other states to adopt similar measures, dismissing opposition from the Christian Association…
President Tinubu Approves Licenses for 11 New Private Universities in Nigeria
In a significant move to expand educational opportunities and infrastructure across the country, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of 11 new private universities in Nigeria. The announcement was made during the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting held at the State House in Abuja. The President’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Sunday…