Education

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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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, 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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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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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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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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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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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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