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Lawmaker Offsets Fees for 1,400 Osun Students

Rep. Wole Oke covers school fees for 1,400 students in Osun technical colleges, a major boost for vocational education and a lifeline for families amid economic hardship. Read more.

Fintiri Denies Adamawa School Closure Rumors

Adamawa State Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri refutes claims of school shutdowns due to insecurity. Government warns against fake news and emphasizes commitment to education.

Google Funds N3 Billion Digital Skills Programme

Google.org commits N3 billion to advance Nigeria's digital transformation through AI talent development and cybersecurity training. Learn how this initiative creates job opportunities.

Gratuity Returns for Federal Workers in 2026

Federal workers celebrate as gratuity payments resume in January 2026 after a decade-long halt. The ASCSN also pushes for pension reforms and opposes Unity Schools' privatization.

Akande, Ex-CDS Link Insecurity to Human Capacity Crisis

Chief Bisi Akande and former CDS General Christopher Musa warn that Nigeria's untrained youth population poses a severe security threat. Urgent investment in education and vocational training needed to defuse the time bomb.

Teachers Threaten Strike Over School Attacks

Nigeria Union of Teachers warns of nationwide strike following terrorist attacks on schools in Kebbi and Niger states. 25 students abducted in Kebbi, 300+ pupils in Niger. Federal government urged to act.

Anambra Police Enhance Security in Schools, Churches

Anambra State Police Command strengthens security measures across schools, churches, and communities. Commissioner Ikioye Orutugu announces proactive strategy to ensure safe learning and worship environments.

Oke expands tech scholarship to 420 Osun students

Hon. Busayo Oluwole Oke expands technical education scholarship scheme, enrolling 420 additional students across Osun State's technical colleges with ₦40 million annual commitment.

NBA condemns abduction of 315 students in Niger

Nigerian Bar Association condemns mass abduction of 315 students and teachers in Niger State, aligns with UN calls for urgent action to protect schools and implement Safe Schools Declaration.

Zamfara Keeps Schools Open Amid Kidnapping Wave

Zamfara State Government refuses to shut schools despite northern Nigeria's student abduction crisis. Commissioner reveals security measures to protect students while maintaining education.

Yobe Closes Boarding Schools Over Kidnap Fears

Yobe state government orders immediate closure of all boarding secondary schools following security review. Governor Buni urges prayers for peace and security nationwide.

7 States Shut Schools Over Insecurity Threats

Multiple Nigerian states have closed schools due to escalating insecurity and targeted attacks. Learn which states are affected and why officials took this drastic action.

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