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Knight Frank Introduces Educational Hub For Emerging Graduates

Knight Frank Introduces Educational Hub for Emerging Graduates

Knight Frank, a renowned real estate firm, has announced the inauguration of a new learning hub. This initiative aims to enhance professionalism among recent graduates navigating the early stages of their careers. The hub is designed to address the knowledge gap, offering a fresh approach to nurturing talent in the real estate sector. During the …

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University Graduate Contemplates Suicide Over Withheld Results

University Graduate Contemplates Suicide Over Withheld Results

A graduate from Ambrose Ali University in Ekpoma, Edo State, named Precious Ogbeide, has attempted his life. This drastic action stems from the university’s alleged refusal to release his and several other students’ results since graduation in 2018. Ogbeide’s parents revealed he had been grappling with depression due to the delay in receiving his results …

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Covenant University Ui And Futa Lead In Nigerian University Rankings

Covenant University, UI, and FUTA Lead in Nigerian University Rankings

Covenant University, the University of Ibadan, and the Federal University of Technology, Akure, have achieved top positions in Nigeria. This is based on the Times Higher Education’s 2024 rating. Covenant University is now among the top 1,000 global universities. While it ranks first in Nigeria, its global position falls within the 801-1000 range. The University …

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Ekiti Varsity Refutes Claims Of Impending Union Crisis

Ekiti Varsity Refutes Claims of Impending Union Crisis

The Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology in Ikere, Ekiti State, has dismissed circulating reports suggesting an imminent industrial crisis due to the proscription of staff unions. Contrary to these reports, the university’s management clarified that all staff unions were proscribed last year following an assault on the Vice-Chancellor and the Bursar by …

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Rising Tuition Asuu Predicts 50 Student Dropout In Universities

Rising Tuition: ASUU Predicts 50% Student Dropout in Universities

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has sounded the alarm on a potential 40 to 50% student dropout rate in the coming two years. This is due to the continuous increase in university fees. Prof Emmanuel Osodeke, the ASUU President, shared these concerns during a Channels TV interview. He highlighted the financial strain on …

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Nbte Advocates 50 Skill Acquisition In Secondary School Curriculum

NBTE Advocates 50% Skill Acquisition in Secondary School Curriculum

The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has made a strong case for integrating skill acquisition into the secondary school curriculum. They recommend a 50% inclusion to better equip students for the future. Prof. Idris Bugaje, the Executive Secretary of NBTE, shared this during a chat with the News Agency of Nigeria. He highlighted the …

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Waec Moves Towards Computer Based Testing For Wassce

WAEC Moves Towards Computer-Based Testing for WASSCE

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) is progressing with plans to introduce Computer Based Test (CBT) for its examinations. Mr Patrick Areghan, the Head of National Office, disclosed this in a recent interview in Lagos. He mentioned that the council has already initiated steps towards CBT examination, especially for objective questions. However, challenges remain, such …

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Akwa Ibom Senator Advises Students Avoid Cultism Focus On Education

Akwa Ibom Senator Advises Students: Avoid Cultism, Focus on Education

Senator Ekong Sampson, representing Akwa Ibom South, has a clear message for students: steer clear of cultism. He believes it can jeopardise their futures. The senator emphasised the importance of education during his 57th birthday at Saint Francis Secondary School in Eket. He reminded students that many successful leaders achieved their status through dedication to …

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Over 30000 Hnd Holders Apply For Nbtes Bsc Conversion Programme

Over 30,000 HND Holders Apply for NBTE’s BSc Conversion Programme

The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has announced a surge in applications for its top-up programme. Over 30,000 Nigerian Higher National Diploma (HND) holders have shown interest. Prof. Idris Bugaje, the Executive Secretary of NBTE, shared insights about the programme. It’s designed for HND holders to earn a Bachelor of Science in their chosen …

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Fg Boosts Junior Lecturers Salaries To 25 Retains 35 For Senior Academics

FG Boosts Junior Lecturers’ Salaries to 25%, Retains 35% for Senior Academics

The Federal Government has greenlit a salary increment for academic and non-academic staff across its tertiary institutions. This decision, facilitated by the National Salaries, Wages and Income Commission, has seen the salary percentage for junior staff in tertiary institutions rise from 23.5% to 25%. Arrears from this increment, effective from January 2023, are also set …

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