15 h. ago PTI boss urges new intakes to access NELFUND, matriculates 1,625

Tribune Online PTI boss urges new intakes to access NELFUND, matriculates 1,625 The Principal and Chief Executive of the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Dr. Samuel Onoji, has urged newly admitted students to take advantage of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) as the institute matriculated 1,625 freshers. PTI boss urges new intakes to access NELFUND, matriculates 1,625 Tribune Online

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16 h. ago NGO boosts Lagos riverine communities with skills, healthcare

A non-governmental organisation, the Lagos Lagoon Climate Response Project has deepened its impact on waterside communities around the Lagos Lagoon through a series of interventions in healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability, culminating in an art exhibition at the National Museum, Lagos, from April 5 to 12. The initiative, known as Lagos Lagoon Chronicles, aims to Read More

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19 h. ago NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan

Tribune Online NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan The Managing Director of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. Sawyerr, in a statement on Friday in Abuja, extolled President Tinubu’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda. He reiterated the President’s dedication […] NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan Tribune Online

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21 h. ago FG assures UNESCO of media information literacy institute’s autonomy

Tribune Online FG assures UNESCO of media information literacy institute’s autonomy The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has assured the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) of the sustainability and autonomy of the Category 2 Media Information Literacy (MIL) Institute, which will be sited within the precincts of the National Open University of Nigeria in Abuja. The Minister gave the assurance […] FG assures UNESCO of media information literacy institute’s autonomy Tribune Online

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24 h. ago House Of Reps Moves To Provide Legal Backing For Alvan Ikoku Federal Varsity Of Education

The House of Representatives has taken a significant step toward formalising the status of Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Imo State, as a fully recognised federal institution. On Thursday, lawmakers passed through the second reading a bill seeking to provide statutory backing for the university’s establishment. The proposed legislation, jointly sponsored by Speaker of […]

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26 h. ago Senator Nwebonyi’s outbursts to Oby Ezekwesili too crude for a woman regarded as a pride to the nation – PDP women leader

Carpets nursing students for disrespecting First Lady By Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) women leader and former governorship aspirant, Princess Grace Iye Adejoh, has frowned at the recent public outbursts of Senator Onyekachi Nwebonyi of Ebonyi North against former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili, describing it as a dangerous trend that […] The post Senator Nwebonyi’s outbursts to Oby Ezekwesili too crude for a woman regarded as a pride to the nation – PDP women leader appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago Current Nigerian pension scheme promotes old age poverty, premature deaths – Don

By Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja A university don, Prof Matthew Olasheinde Fashagba, has called on the Federal Government to immediately review Nigeria’s current Contributory Pension Scheme, saying it is laden with corruption, promotes old age poverty, and leads to premature deaths. Prof Matthew Fashagba gave this advice yesterday at the 25th inaugural lecture of the Federal […] The post Current Nigerian pension scheme promotes old age poverty, premature deaths – Don appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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26 h. ago We’re not prioritising physical infrastructure over research – TETFund

Tribune Online We’re not prioritising physical infrastructure over research – TETFund The Executive Secretary, Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Sonny Echono, says the agency is not prioritising physical infrastructure in tertiary institutions above research. Echono made the clarification in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday in Abuja. “The truth is that we are doing fencing and other physical infrastructure in tertiary […] We’re not prioritising physical infrastructure over research – TETFund Tribune Online

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28 h. ago Protest: Aiyedatiwa meets Ondo student leaders, vows to address concerns

By John Ogunsemore The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday met with the leadership of the National Association Nigerian Students (NANS) in Ondo State over issues raised on education and students welfare. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan disclosed this in a statement. The meeting followed a protest organised […] The post Protest: Aiyedatiwa meets Ondo student leaders, vows to address concerns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago Education, Industry Disconnect Causing Unemployment In Nigeria – Lawmaker

The lawmaker representing Akure North and Akure South Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Abiodun Adesida has stated that Nigeria’s high unemployment rate is primarily due to a disconnect between education and industry in the country. Adesida who said many graduates leave the university only to face a labor market that is not ready […]

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31 h. ago Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo

Tribune Online Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu   • I have never met him, I had no transaction with him • Money transfer allegation aimed at sacking Lagos gov Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar reacted to reports linking him to a secret funding arrangement by the governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, ahead of the 2023 presidential election, declaring that he has […] Alleged 2023 election funding: Atiku rubbishes link with Sanwo-Olu Tribune Online

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32 h. ago Propose 60 years, first degree for presidential, gubernatorial candidates

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The House of Representative has also approved a bill proposing 60 years as the maximum age limit for presidential and gubernatorial candidates for second reading. The bill sponsored by the member representing Ideato Federal Constituency of Imo State, Ikeagwuonu Ugochinyere, is also proposing a minimum of first degree as educational qualifications […] The post Propose 60 years, first degree for presidential, gubernatorial candidates appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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33 h. ago Nigeria Set To Become Global Hub For Media, Literacy Education

Nigeria is poised to make history as the first country to host the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO’s) Media and Information Literacy Institute. This follows years of strategic collaboration between the Nigerian government, UNESCO, and the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN). The ambassador/permanent delegate of Nigeria to UNESCO, Dr. Hajo Sani, […]

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33 h. ago How To Start A Lucrative Artificial Intelligence Education & Training Business

The Artificial Intelligence Education & Training business in Nigeria and Africa is at the forefront of the continent’s digital transformation. As AI revolutionizes industries globally, the demand for AI professionals in Africa is skyrocketing. Research suggests that by 2030, AI could add $15.7 trillion to the world economy, making it one of the most influential […]

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34 h. ago Traders protest spare parts’ market demolition at Lagos Assembly

Hundreds of shop owners and market leaders from the Owode Onirin Motor Spare Parts Market stormed the Lagos State House of Assembly on Thursday, demanding an immediate halt to the ongoing demolition of their market. The protesters, who marched from the Lagos State Fire Service headquarters, displayed placards with messages such as, “Sanwo-Olu, call LASBCA Read More

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35 h. ago Abia Assembly intervenes as alumni, school manager clash over fees

The Abia State House of Assembly Joint Committee on Education, Public Petition, and Judiciary has directed all parties involved in the dispute over high school fees at Government College, Umuahia, to maintain the status quo pending the resolution of the petition. This is the sequel to a petition by Mr Chukwudi Onwudinanti against Fisher Education Read More

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35 h. ago Lagos developing competitive public education system – Sanwo

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has affirmed his administration’s commitment to developing a competitive public education system, ensuring that Lagos State schools rival the best globally. He said the government was working towards achieving this goal through its continuous investment in upgrading and providing modern school infrastructure. Sanwo-Olu gave this commitment during the commissioning Read More

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38 h. ago Nigeria’s university students raise concern over ‘hardship’ in campuses

Tribune Online Nigeria’s university students raise concern over ‘hardship’ in campuses The Nigeria’s university students under the aegis of National Association of University Students (NAUS) have expressed deep dissatisfaction with some socio-economic issues in the country, identifying the recent hike in telecom tariffs, the high level of insecurity in and around campuses as well as the incessant power outage being experienced also in campuses. They also […] Nigeria’s university students raise concern over ‘hardship’ in campuses Tribune Online

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39 h. ago Abel Oluwamuyiwa assumes duty as Education Ministry’s new perm sec

Tribune Online Abel Oluwamuyiwa assumes duty as Education Ministry’s new perm sec The new Permanent Secretary of the Federal Ministry of Education, Mr. Abel Enitan Oluwamuyiwa, assumed office on Thursday with a charge to the ministry's staff to rededicate themselves to the ongoing transformation in the education sector. Abel Oluwamuyiwa assumes duty as Education Ministry’s new perm sec Tribune Online

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42 h. ago Treat patients as humans, health minister charges medical personnel 

Tribune Online Treat patients as humans, health minister charges medical personnel  Medical personnel have been urged to prioritise quality healthcare services for patients and treat them with dignity. Treat patients as humans, health minister charges medical personnel  Tribune Online

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