Federal Government to Revive 157 Abandoned Almajiri Schools
The Federal Government has announced plans to take control of 157 almajiri schools established during former President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration and later handed over to governors in the 19 northern states. The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children (NCAOSC) revealed the decision during a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing event […]
Tinubu Splits Aviation College into Six Campuses Across Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu has announced the restructuring of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria, Kaduna State, into six campuses to enhance efficiency and national accessibility. The Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) shared the development on Wednesday via its official X account. “President Bola Tinubu has decided to split the […]
History Returns to Nigerian Basic Education Curriculum in 2025
The Nigerian government has announced the reintroduction of history as a standalone subject in the basic education curriculum, set to commence in 2025. Minister of Education Tunji Alausa disclosed this during an interview on Channels Television, emphasizing the subject’s critical role in nation-building. He highlighted how its removal from the curriculum left many Nigerians disconnected from […]
ASUU Decries Poor Lecturer Welfare, Demands Urgent Education Reforms
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has expressed concern over the poor welfare of public university lecturers, attributing it to the reluctance of qualified professionals to join the university system. Prof. Ayo Akinwole, the University of Ibadan (UI) ASUU Chairman, made this assertion in a New Year message to journalists in Ibadan. Akinwole noted […]
Oyo TESCOM Announces Screening and Appointment for Newly Recruited Teachers
The Oyo State Post-Primary Schools Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has announced the commencement of screening, appointment letter distribution, and documentation for newly recruited teachers across the state. In a statement shared on its official X platform, TESCOM reiterated its commitment to ensuring a smooth onboarding process for the successful candidates. Akinade Alamu, TESCOM Chairman, emphasized […]
ASUP Threatens Nationwide Polytechnic Shutdown Over Unmet Demands
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics (ASUP) has vowed to close all polytechnics nationwide starting December 2, 2024, if the Federal Government fails to address its lingering demands. Comrade Abubakar J. Abdullahi, Chairman of ASUP’s Kaduna Polytechnic Chapter, announced the planned industrial action during a press briefing on Tuesday in Kaduna. He criticized the government […]
Texas Advances Optional Bible-Based Curriculum for Elementary Schools Amid Heated Debate
The Texas State Board of Education advanced a new optional Bible-based curriculum for kindergarten through fifth grade on Tuesday, marking a significant step in Republican-led efforts to incorporate religious teachings into public schools. Known as the “Bluebonnet” textbook, the proposed curriculum includes lessons from the Bible, such as the Golden Rule and stories from Genesis. […]
Abia State to Launch Free, Compulsory Education for All Children in January 2025
The Abia State government has announced a groundbreaking initiative to provide free, compulsory education for all children, effective January 2025. This policy will cover primary through Junior Secondary School 3 in all public schools, benefiting children regardless of their background or origin. The announcement was made by Commissioner for Information, Prince Okey Kanu, following a […]
Suspect Arrested in Tuskegee University Shooting That Left One Dead, 16 Injured During Homecoming
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the deadly shooting at Tuskegee University in Alabama that claimed the life of an 18-year-old and left at least 16 others injured early Sunday. Authorities reported that Jaquez Myrick, 25, of Montgomery, was charged with possession of a machine gun after he was found leaving the scene […]
Tragic Shooting at Tuskegee University Homecoming Event Leaves One Dead, Several Injured
A shooting during a homecoming event at Alabama’s Tuskegee University in the early hours of Sunday left one person dead and several others injured, including students, according to a statement from the university. The incident occurred on campus, resulting in the death of a non-university individual. “The parents of this individual have been notified,” the […]
