2 August 2026

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Lagos Government Highlights Coaching as Key to Leadership and National Growth
States

Lagos Government Highlights Coaching as Key to Leadership and National Growth

The Lagos State Government has emphasised the vital role of coaching in cultivating strong leadership, boosting productivity, and promoting sustainable growth throughout Nigeria. Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu made the remarks while addressing the International Coaching Federation (ICF) Nigeria Chapter’s celebration of International Coaching Week, emphasising the impact of coaching on building effective leaders and resilient institutions.

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Salem University VC Praises Founder’s Vision at 18th Anniversary Celebration
Universities

Salem University VC Praises Founder’s Vision at 18th Anniversary Celebration

Prof. Alewo Johnson-Akubo, Vice Chancellor of Salem University, Lokoja, has commended Archbishop Sam Amaga for his visionary leadership in founding the institution. He made the remarks during the university’s 18th anniversary celebration held at the Chapel of Peace in Lokoja. “Indeed, Salem University is a miracle God performed through Archbishop Sam Amaga, the founder. “A

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Examination Bodies

What JAMB’s Glitches Reveal About Nigeria’s Education System

When Amarachi arrived at her JAMB centre in April, she was full of hope. After many months of reading and preparing for the UTME, she believed it was finally her time to shine. However, as soon as she sat in front of the computer, the problem started. The system froze. The invigilator looked confused. Moreover,

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Meeting on Alleged Student Loan Fraud Postponed
News

Meeting on Alleged Student Loan Fraud Postponed

The much-anticipated meeting between the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, and the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) alongside 51 Vice-Chancellors and heads of tertiary institutions accused of mismanaging student loan disbursements has been postponed. Although no official reason was given for the postponement, Dr Alausa was seen on Tuesday attending the 2025 International Conference

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Universities

Top 10 Most Affordable Private Universities in Nigeria for 2025

In a country where public university strikes often disrupt academic calendars, many Nigerian families are turning to private universities for stability. However, the perception that private institutions are unaffordable persists. Contrary to this belief, several private universities in Nigeria offer quality education at relatively low costs. Here are ten of the most affordable private universities

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Universities

UI Professor Urges Constitutional Backing for Free Basic Education Amid Rising Out-of-School Crisis

On May 15, 2025, Professor Osifunke Sekinah Ekundayo of the University of Ibadan delivered the institution’s 580th Inaugural Lecture, titled “Speaking Up for the Numerous Voiceless Children Shut Out of School in Nigeria: An Endless Odyssey?” at Trenchard Hall.  She called for a constitutional amendment to make free and compulsory basic education a legally enforceable

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Universities

Road Safety Education in Schools Key to Safer Highways

Professor Anthony Oyenuga, Dean of the College of Vocational and Technology Education (COVTED) at Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), has urged the Nigerian government to incorporate road safety education into the curricula of secondary and tertiary institutions to reduce the alarming rate of accidents on the country’s highways. Speaking at the 33rd Inaugural Lecture

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TETFUND

NELFUND MD Denies N71bn Claim, Confirms N203bn Loan

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Mr Akintunde Sawyer, on Wednesday, appeared before the House of Representatives Committee on NELFUND and Student Loan, denying any diversion of student loan funds and confirming that NELFUND has so far received N203 billion. The investigative hearing, which took place in Abuja, was convened following

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Legislature

House Moves to Mandate Mother-Tongue Instruction in Early Primary Education

The House of Representatives has passed for second reading a bill seeking to make the teaching and learning local languages compulsory in all primary schools across Nigeria. The bill, sponsored by Hon. Bello Ambarura (Illela/Gwadabawa, Sokoto State) and Speaker of the House, Dr. Tajudeen Abbas, seeks to mandate teaching indigenous languages from Primary One to

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UNICEF, Unizik Launch Social Policy Institute, Pledge More Research Centres
Institutions

UNICEF, Unizik Launch Social Policy Institute, Pledge More Research Centres

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), in partnership with Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has launched a new Institute of Social Policy to boost research and policy development in Nigeria. Speaking at the event in Awka, Anambra State, UNICEF stated that the institute will enhance research, generate valuable data, inform policy-making, and develop the capacity

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