Ekiti State University (EKSU) has begun renovation of its historic Government Hostel, known as the Great Taatan, following criticism over poor student accommodation. The move comes weeks after a viral video exposed the dilapidated state of Omolayo Hostel, a privately owned facility outside campus. Many students and commentators initially blamed EKSU for the decay, sparking
Public schools in Lagos State resumed on Monday for the 2025/2026 academic session, with the government introducing new vocational equipment to strengthen practical learning. Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Jamiu Tolani Alli Balogun, led monitoring teams across the six education districts to assess compliance with the resumption directive. During visits to Dolphin Senior and
The SOHCAHTOA Foundation has opened applications for its 2025 undergraduate scholarship, aimed at supporting students in Nigeria’s public tertiary institutions. The programme offers beneficiaries ₦250,000 annually, renewable until graduation, provided academic requirements are met. The Foundation said the initiative is part of its commitment to easing the financial pressure on students while promoting educational excellence.
The Federal Government has announced the 2025 edition of the National Girls Leadership Essay Competition, calling on young female Nigerians to submit entries. The competition, themed “The girl I am, the change I lead: Girls on the front lines of crisis”, is open to participants aged between 10 and 20. Organisers say the initiative aims
Nestlé Nigeria has announced nine openings for Nutrition Advisors on a one-year contract. The company said applicants should have between zero and two years’ experience, alongside knowledge of the World Health Organisation and local nutrition codes. Strong organisational and time management skills are also required. Applications are open through the company’s recruitment portal. In a
The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), in partnership with its United States alumni body, has announced the 2025 edition of the UNN-USA Annual Scholarship Programme. The scheme is open to undergraduate students enrolled at the university and aims to provide financial support to alleviate the cost of education. Organisers say the initiative is part of
United Bank for Africa (UBA) has announced the 2025 edition of its National Essay Competition for secondary school students in Nigeria. The contest, now in its 15th year, seeks to promote a culture of reading and writing while encouraging critical thinking among young people. This year’s topic is: “Nigeria is characterised by diverse cultures, ethnicities,
According to a report, recent stories claiming that the Federal Government approved the teaching of Mandarin in Nigeria’s Senior Secondary School curriculum are false. Speculation followed the release of a revised curriculum by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC), which streamlined subject offerings to make learners “future-ready.” The new policy takes effect this
School leaders, educators and stakeholders in the education sector have met in Lagos to strategise ahead of the “Let There Be Teachers” conference scheduled for September 20. The meeting brought together members of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), the Nigeria Union of Teachers, and other groups, with discussions focusing on school
Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has maintained that his administration is committed to improving the quality of education across the state. Speaking in Osogbo on Thursday, Adeleke unveiled instructional materials for public primary and junior secondary schools, alongside one Sienna vehicle, six mini buses, and 31 motorcycles for school monitoring. The unveiling, held ahead of
