24 h. ago Benue: ICMPD, NAPTIP engage school principals, STEAP Vanguards coordinators to fight trafficking

By Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), in collaboration with the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) and the Benue State Ministry of Education, has engaged school principals in Benue State to adopt strategic approaches to curb the high rate of human trafficking in the state. […] The post Benue: ICMPD, NAPTIP engage school principals, STEAP Vanguards coordinators to fight trafficking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams

Tribune Online Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams The Federal Ministry of Education has confirmed the resolution of a technical glitch that affected the recent release of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results, reassuring the public of its commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. He gave the assurance in a press release via the ministry’s X (formerly […] Alausa assures of ministry’s commitment to integrity of national exams Tribune Online

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42 h. ago FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss

Tribune Online FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss The Executive Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba has said that the commission is leveraging digital technology to transform basic education such that public schools in Nigeria can compete globally. She noted that with the Korean government, the Federal Government through the commission has redefined the landscape of basic education through technology, […] FG leveraging digital technology to transform basic education — UBEC boss Tribune Online

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3 d. ago Niger Delta Forum defends NNPCL CFO, says corruption allegations malicious

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Niger Delta Professionals Forum has dismissed as “baseless, malicious and politically motivated,” recent allegations against the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), Adedapo Segun, describing them as an attempt to tarnish his reputation. In a statement on Tuesday by its spokesman, Omeiza Ogumah, the […] The post Niger Delta Forum defends NNPCL CFO, says corruption allegations malicious appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago FCTA dismisses viral video allegations, explains reclamation of railway corridor, preservation of public park

 • intensifies hotspots clean-up in UTC area From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has strongly refuted claims circulating in a viral video that allege its officials destroyed a public park in Abuja. The administration insists that the ongoing city sanitation exercise targeted only illegal makeshift structures, not the park itself. […] The post FCTA dismisses viral video allegations, explains reclamation of railway corridor, preservation of public park appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Prof Lar Bows Out, Adamu Steps In As Yakubu Gowon Varsity’s Acting VC

The Acting Vice-Chancellor of the University of Abuja, now renamed Yakubu Gowon University, Professor Patricia Lar has handed over to her successor, Professor Matthew Adamu. At the brief handover ceremony on Monday in Abuja, Prof. Lar thanked the Federal Government, the Minister of Education, and the Governing Council for the opportunity to serve for six […]

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5 d. ago Parents groan as Ebonyi federal varsity, jacks school fees to N1.5m

From Uchenna Inya, Abakaliki Parents and guardians of students studying various disciplines at the David Umahi Federal University of Health Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State have cried out over the jacking of tuition fees by management of the university and urged Minister of Education to urgently intervene on the matter. A statement released by the Bursary […] The post Parents groan as Ebonyi federal varsity, jacks school fees to N1.5m appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Kano Gov Sacks 2 Aides Over Drug Baron’s Bail, Palliative Diversion

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has dismissed two Senior Special Assistants over their alleged involvement in separate cases of misconduct. Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Farouk Ibrahim announced this in a statement signed by his Press Secretary, Musa Tank Muhammad, on Saturday. According to the statement, the Senior Special Assistant on Political […]

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6 d. ago Police Deny Torturing Sowore Who Rejected Medical Treatment Twice, Insist Detention Backed By Court Order

The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed allegations that renowned activist Omoyele Sowore was tortured in custody, insisting that his recent arrest was based on “credible, corroborated allegations” of criminal offences, including forgery and cyberstalking. In a statement issued on Friday, August 8, 2025, and signed by Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Police […] The post Police Deny Torturing Sowore Who Rejected Medical Treatment Twice, Insist Detention Backed By Court Order appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Dangote Refinery Debunks Shutdown Rumour, Says PMS’s Gantry Price Remains N850

The Dangote Petroleum Refinery has dismissed reports alleging a shutdown of its operations, reassuring the public and market stakeholders that its activities remain fully active and stable. In an official statement by the group chief branding and communications officer, Anthony Chiejina, the refinery’s management categorically denied claims that truck loading has been suspended or that […]

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8 d. ago It’s Wrong To Accuse Tinubu Of Neglecting The North – Hon Bichi

The chairman of Appropriation Committee in the House of Representatives, Hon Abubakar Kabir Bichi, has dismissed allegations that President Bola Tinubu has turned his back on the North. He made the statement while responding to questions from journalists in Kano yesterday, following a stakeholders meeting of All Progressives Congress (APC) at the residence of the […]

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8 d. ago Migration Agency Debunks Extortion Allegation Of Arrested Sex Workers

The Edo State Migration Agency has dismissed allegations suggesting that the agency is involved in extortion by arrested commercial sex workers, drug dealers and traffickers in the state. The allegation came following a raid last weekend by the Public Safety and Security Department of the agency, where scores of sex workers were arrested. However, when […]

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9 d. ago Bayelsa Judge abduction: Police to dismiss Police Sergeant over complicity  

From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa   A Police sergeant, Obrientele Ebiarede, is on the verge of being dismissed for his alleged involvement in the recent abduction of a State High Court Judge, Justice Ebiyerin Omukoro, in Bayelsa State. Sergeant Obrientele Ebiarede from Foutorugbene community in Ekeremor Local Government area of the State and attached to Enugu […] The post Bayelsa Judge abduction: Police to dismiss Police Sergeant over complicity   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Education minister dismisses allegations against UBEC boss, Aisha Garba

Tribune Online Education minister dismisses allegations against UBEC boss, Aisha Garba "Under her leadership, UBEC has transitioned from merely disbursing grants to driving systemic reforms focused on quality Education minister dismisses allegations against UBEC boss, Aisha Garba Tribune Online

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1 week ago UBEC: Allegations of abuse of office against Executive Secretary untrue — FG

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Federal Ministry of Education has debunked some media reports indicating that the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Hajia Aisha Garba, has been involved in administrative misconduct, abuse of office, and breach of procedure. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, in a statement signed by Folasade Boriowo, […] The post UBEC: Allegations of abuse of office against Executive Secretary untrue — FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Stakeholders laud Tinubu over UBEC’s boss appointment, praise reforms in primary education

Education and Tech Coalition of Activists and Social Entrepreneurs have applauded President Bola Tinubu for the appointment of the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Aisha Garba, over significant reforms that have brought significant solutions to primary education across the country. The coalition, through its co-chairs, Olaonipekun Kazeem, the Executive Director of […] The post Stakeholders laud Tinubu over UBEC’s boss appointment, praise reforms in primary education appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Why Tinubu renamed UNIMAID after Buhari — Education Minister

Tribune Online Why Tinubu renamed UNIMAID after Buhari — Education Minister The Minister added that this symbolic gesture underscores the administration's recognition of education as a cornerstone... Why Tinubu renamed UNIMAID after Buhari — Education Minister Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Education Minister hails Tinubu for renaming UNIMAID after Buhari 

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, for the statesman-like decision to immortalise the late President Muhammadu Buhari through the renaming of the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) Borno State, as Muhammadu Buhari University, Maiduguri. The Minister, in a statement, signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director Press and […] The post Education Minister hails Tinubu for renaming UNIMAID after Buhari  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Innov8 In Focus: A Ministerial Engagement With Nigeria’s Innovation Powerhouse

A renewed path toward economic transformation was illuminated recently when Dr. Maruf ‘Tunji Alausa, Nigeria’s tireless Minister of Education, paid a working visit to Innov8 Hub—an Abuja-based innovation nonprofit with a singular focus: to reshape Nigeria’s future through technology, research, and enterprise. Described by observers as both timely and strategic, the visit underscored the urgency […]

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4 w. ago FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable

Tribune Online FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable The Federal Government has expressed dissatisfaction with the current multiple accreditation bodies to universities, saying the practice where over 25 professional bodies seek to accredit courses in universities at the expense of the institutions is unacceptable. Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting in Abuja, strongly condemned the unwieldy process and […] FG frowns at multiple accreditation bodies to universities, says practice unacceptable Tribune Online

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