Atiku Criticizes FG Age Limit Policy for Tertiary Education
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has criticized the federal government’s new policy setting the age limit for entry into tertiary institutions at 18. In an interview, Education Minister Prof. Tahir Mamman affirmed that the age limit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) administered by JAMB is firmly 18, and individuals under 18 are barred […]
Underage Students Banned from Secondary School Leaving Exams, Says Education Minister
Education Minister Tahir Mamman has announced that underage candidates will no longer be permitted to sit for secondary school leaving examinations in Nigeria. This directive will apply to both the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) administered by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) organized by the […]
FG, ASUU to Hold Crucial Talks on Monday to Prevent Potential Strike
The Federal Government of Nigeria is preparing for a crucial meeting with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) leadership on Monday, aiming to address the union’s demands and avert a potential strike in the country’s university system. This development was announced by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, during his appearance on the […]
ASUU Issues 21-Day Ultimatum to FG, Threatens Nationwide Strike
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a 21-day ultimatum to the Federal Government, warning of a potential nationwide strike if their demands remain unmet. This decision was reached during the union’s National Executive Council meeting held over the weekend at the University of Ibadan. Although the union has yet to officially announce […]
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik Resigns Amid Campus Unrest Over Gaza War Protests
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik has resigned just a year into her tenure, following significant campus unrest sparked by the war in Gaza. Her decision comes four months after she authorized the New York Police Department to intervene during student protests, resulting in the arrest of about 100 students and triggering widespread demonstrations at other […]
NELFUND Disburses July Stipends to Over 20,000 Students, Plans to Extend Payments
The Management of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has successfully disbursed N20,000 monthly stipends for July to 20,371 students from six tertiary institutions. The beneficiaries are from Bayero University Kano, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, University of Ilorin, University of Benin, University of Ibadan, and University of Maiduguri. These students have already had their school fees […]
Gov Fubara Orders Immediate Promotion for Senior Secondary School Teachers in Rivers State
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara has announced the immediate promotion of senior secondary school teachers under state employment. This directive was made during the inauguration of the Chairmen and members for the Senior Secondary Schools and Universal Basic Education Boards at the Government House in Port Harcourt on Friday. Governor Fubara explained that the promotion […]
Education Minister Adjusts Minimum Admission Age to 16 for 2024/2025 Academic Session
In a significant policy shift, Minister of Education Professor Tahir Mamman has accepted 16 years as the minimum admission age into tertiary institutions for the 2024/2025 academic session. This decision was made after stakeholders’ protests during the 2024 policy meeting organized by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Initially, Professor Mamman had set the […]
Tinubu Officially Launches Nigeria Education Loan Fund
President Bola Tinubu officially inaugurated the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) at the State House, in Abuja, on Wednesday July 3, 2024 reiterating his administration’s dedication to inclusiveness and adequate funding to sustain the initiative. “Democracy is all about inclusiveness,” Tinubu stated, highlighting his Renewed Hope Agenda. He further added, “Our target is to build […]
NANS Criticizes Fuel Subsidy Removal, Calls for Immediate Resolution of Fuel Crisis
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has expressed deep dissatisfaction with the removal of the fuel subsidy by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, stating that it has exacerbated the fuel crisis rather than alleviating it. The student body highlighted the increased hardships faced by Nigerians and the persistent fuel scarcity resulting from the policy change. […]
