Rising costs of textbooks are piling pressure on Nigerian families, as schools frequently change recommended materials, a politician has warned. Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP), said many parents are being forced to buy new books each term instead of reusing those passed down from older siblings. In
The Federal Ministry of Education has announced new responsibilities for the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) and the National Teachers’ Institute (NTI) as part of reforms to strengthen teaching and improve learning quality nationwide. In a statement on Sunday, Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa said the reform is aimed at streamlining education delivery,
The Federal Ministry of Education has unveiled new reforms aimed at raising teaching standards as part of the government’s Renewed Hope agenda. A key element of the reform is that all teachers must be registered with the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) before they can practice. The ministry explained that TRCN will now regulate
The Lagos State Government, through the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) has launched a comprehensive Needs Assessment Project for all public primary schools across the state, in a move to reform the basic education sector. Speaking at a stakeholders’ meeting, LASUBEB Board Member, Owolabi Jamiu Falana, described the project as a significant milestone
The Federal Government has released a comprehensive policy for the strategic planning and regulation of non-state schools nationwide. Dr. Tunji Alausa, Minister of Education, stated that the policy will improve the quality of Nigeria’s education sector and promote greater accountability. Alausa noted that the policy will set clear guidelines for infrastructure, teacher quality, curriculum delivery,
Alex Onyia, CEO of Educare and pro-education advocate, calls for a reform of the Nigerian educational sector. Alex stated that the educational sector needs transformation. He emphasised the importance of this sector in the country and how it serves as a building block of every economy. Onyia discussed the benefits of implementing sound educational programmes
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) congratulated Nigerian children on the occasion of Children’s Day 2025, urging them to remain hopeful and steadfast in pursuit of a brighter future. This was stated in a message issued by his Media Office and made available to reporters on Tuesday in Ibadan. Senator Alli lauded the resilience, talents, and
Governor Uba Sani has improved Kaduna State’s educational infrastructure and addressed issues of ethno-religious tension. Yusuf Mamman, a former ambassador to Spain and a former leader of the Alliance Democracy, emphasised the need to continue supporting the leadership in Kaduna, citing the visible accomplishments and potential results achieved within the State. Mamman cited the governor’s
