Student politics at Federal Polytechnic Nekede (FedPolyNek) are making a comeback, thanks to the leadership of Dr (Mrs.) Basilia Igbokwe. In the past, student elections were poorly attended and sometimes held during holidays, making it hard for many students to participate. Now, things are changing. The Rector’s Media Crew reports that the school’s Directorate of
Students at the University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES), Umuagwo, are thrilled because new solar street lights have brightened up their campus. The lights were provided through a partnership between the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and the Imo State Government. They now shine from the school gate to the Senate building, classrooms, and
The National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) has announced that all polytechnic graduates must now obtain an Industrial Training (IT) Certificate before they can go for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This was made known by the NBTE Director of SIWES/NYSC Liaison, Mallam Dauda Baba Halah, during an accreditation exercise. He said the aim
The Registrar of the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti, Mrs. Folashade Akintola, has advised Registry staff to be more committed and work together as a team. She gave this advice during a meeting with heads of directorates and other Registry members. Mrs. Akintola stated that regular meetings will now be held to address problems in various units.
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has recently celebrated the Nigerian culture with a powerful stage play focused on the life and time of Moremi Ajasoro, a Yoruba heroine who lived many years ago and was known for her bravery. The event took place on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at Terra Kulture Arena in Lagos, as
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has reaffirmed its ongoing reforms to enhance the responsiveness of its worldwide interventions. Aisha Garba, Executive Secretary of UBEC, made this remark during her speech at the KADA EduPACT International Summit 2025, outlining key areas that will undergo reform. The reforms will focus on developing teacher capacity, renewing the
Wigwe University, Delta, has lauded Dr Dennis Otuaro, Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), for his dedication to education and empowering youths in the Niger Delta. The institution described its partnership with the PAP team as a significant step that aligns with the vision of its late founder, Herbert Wigwe, who was deeply committed
The Nigerian Senate has dismissed Ms. Sandra Nimi Harry, a staff member of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), for alleged examination malpractice. Harry was found guilty of switching answer sheets for absentee students. The Senate rejected the Ethics Committee’s appeal to convert her dismissal to retirement, citing her 31-year track record of reputable academic
Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, Speaker of the House of Representatives, has said that public officials or institutions found guilty of misappropriating the student loans disbursed by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) will be punished under the law. He mentioned this during the flag-off of the investigative hearing of the ‘Alleged unethical practices in the disbursement
Mrs. Keturah Shammah, Executive Director of Girls Education Mission (GEM) International, has revealed that including men can promote girls’ education. Reports showed that there are five to seven million out-of-school girls in Northern Nigeria. According to analysts, this is caused by low investment in education, teacher shortage, cultural practices, and inadequate infrastructure. To address these issues,
