Mimiko: Boost Health, Education Investment Now
Ex-Gov Mimiko demands increased public spending on health and education, linking them to national development. He proposes a revamped school feeding programme and police decentralisation.
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Mimiko Demands More Funding for Health, Education
Ex-Ondo Governor Olusegun Mimiko urges increased public spending on health and education, citing 40% child stunting. He calls for police decentralization and school meal reforms.
Lumumba Demands Respect, Funding for African Universities
Prof. Patrick Lumumba insists Africa's development hinges on respecting and properly funding its universities. He calls for a decolonised education to solve local challenges.
Jibowu Alumni Increase Scholarship, Pledge Teacher Support
Jibowu High School alumni raised scholarships to N450,000, awarded 9 students, donated books, and pledged medical support for teachers to boost education in Lagos.
Stakeholders Warn of Collapsing Secondary Education System
Education stakeholders sound alarm over Nigeria's decaying secondary schools. Alumni of Gbongan Anglican Grammar School reveal shocking teacher shortages and infrastructure neglect. Urgent action needed to save future generations.
Summit Addresses Nigeria's Paper Qualification Obsession
Education stakeholders gather at UNILAG for the 2025 EWAN summit to debate shifting from paper qualifications to skills-based learning through TVET. Join the national conversation on education reform.
Nigeria launches online classes for schools nationwide
Federal Government unveils Inspire Live(s)! online learning platform to address Nigeria's 1.2 million teacher shortage. Live classes now available for secondary schools across the country.
Nigeria reverses mother tongue education policy
Educator Oluwafemi Popoola explains why Nigeria reversed its 2022 National Language Policy. Data showed children struggled, prompting a return to English for instruction while keeping indigenous languages as subjects.
Alausa's Digital Education Reforms Transform Nigerian Schools
Nigeria's Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa launches digital classroom revolution with 800+ smartboards, curriculum reforms, and credential verification system to modernize education.
Nigerians spend $1.39bn on foreign education in 6 months
CBN data reveals Nigerians spent $1.39 billion on overseas education in H1 2025, a 20% increase from 2024. This nearly equals Nigeria's entire 2025 education budget. Read analysis.
Wesley University Reduces Tuition Fees
Wesley University in Ondo slashes tuition fees for the 2025/2026 session to ease the financial burden on students and parents, ensuring access to quality education.
Ebonyi Community Funds School Infrastructure via WhatsApp
Ntezi community in Ebonyi State raises funds through WhatsApp to provide whiteboards for schools. While celebrating this grassroots achievement, they urgently call for government intervention to address teacher shortages and poor attendance.
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.
N54m Scholarship for 2,199 Katsina Students
Hon. Abdullahi Ahmed empowers 2,199 students with over N54 million in scholarships and announces job opportunities for 420 constituents. A major boost for education and youth development in Musawa/Matazu.
LAPO Donates Lab Equipment, Books to Schools
LAPO empowers Nigerian students through educational support, scholarships, and science competitions to combat poverty and improve learning standards nationwide.
7 Nigerian Students Get KB Foundation Scholarships
Seven brilliant but indigent university students in Osun receive life-changing scholarships from KB Foundation, enabling them to pursue their academic dreams without financial burden.
FG Denies Ordering Nationwide School Closure
Federal Government denies circulating reports about school closures starting November 24, 2025. Ministry confirms fake news, urges public to verify information from official channels.
41 Unity Colleges Closed Over Student Abduction Threats
Federal Government orders immediate closure of 41 Federal Unity Colleges nationwide following recent student abductions in Kebbi and Niger States. Stay informed about education security measures.
Nurul-Islam Arabic Centre Celebrates 50 Years
Nurul-Islam Arabic Training Centre in Agege begins its golden jubilee, launching a fundraising drive for a new Ogun State campus that will merge Western and Islamic education.
Obi Demands Urgent Investment in Nigeria's Education
Peter Obi declares that Nigeria's national transformation is impossible without decisive investment in education. He calls for curriculum updates and better funding to combat insecurity and economic decline.
Nigeria Ends Mother Tongue Education Policy
Nigeria's government cancels indigenous language teaching policy after WAEC, NECO failures surge. Education Minister cites evidence-based decision for English-only instruction.
Kano's ₦1.37 Trillion 2026 Budget Focuses on Education
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf presents ₦1.37 trillion 2026 budget with 68% capital expenditure. Education gets 30%, infrastructure 25%, health 16%. Urges speedy legislative approval.
Kano's N1.36tr 2026 Budget Prioritizes Education, Health
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf presents N1.36 trillion 2026 budget to Kano Assembly, allocating 68% to capital projects with education receiving N405.3 billion. Read the full breakdown.
Rigid Admission Rules Create Out-of-School Adolescents
Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa warns rigid tertiary admission criteria create dangerous out-of-school adolescent population. New policy removes math, English barriers.
Kano Recruits 400 Maths Teachers to Boost Education
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf delivers on his promise, presenting appointment letters to 400 new mathematics teachers to address subject gaps and improve student performance.
Kano employs 400 math teachers for STEM boost
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has deployed 400 new Mathematics teachers in Kano to strengthen science education and improve student performance in STEM fields. This is part of a broader education emergency plan.
ASUU rejects FG's proposed salary increment
ASUU's Benin Zone rejects Federal Government's proposed salary increase, calling it insufficient to reverse brain drain in Nigerian universities. Read the full details.
Nigerian Students Can Apply for ₦50m Venture Grant
Federal Government launches Student Venture Capital Grant portal offering up to ₦50 million equity-free funding for student innovators. Apply now at svcg.education.go.ng
ASUU Seeks Moratorium Extension for State Varsities
ASUU urges FG to extend 7-year moratorium on new universities to states, warns of impending strike action if demands aren't met. Read full details.
BEA Scholars Face Hunger Abroad as FG Withholds Stipends
Nigerian BEA scholarship students abroad face starvation and homelessness due to 3-year stipend neglect. One scholar died in Morocco, prompting urgent parental intervention.
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