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Nigeria imposes one-year moratorium on new private universities

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 13 February 2025 0

By Isah Aliyu Chiroma The Federal Ministry of Education has announced a one-year temporary suspension on the creation of new private universities in Nigeria. This decision, declared by Minister of Education Maruf Olatunji Alausa, aims to enhance the quality and sustainability of private

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ASUU warns Tinubu not to sacrifice Nigeria’s education for IMF

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 20 January 2025 0

By Kingsley Chukwuka The Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has warned President Bola Tinubu against any attempt to sacrifice Nigeria’s educational system in blind obedience to International Monetary Fund, IMF, directed policies. The Ibadan zone of ASUU issued the warning via a statement made available to newsmen on Sunday. Our Correspondent reports that the […]

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Edo Governor’s Controversial Name Change of University Sparks Legal and Governance Concerns

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 30 December 2024 0

Benin City, Nigeria — Governor Monday Okpebholo’s decision to rename Edo State University, Uzairue to Edo University, Iyamho by executive fiat has drawn sharp criticism, with legal experts and political commentators branding the move both unlawful and overreaching. The December 30 press statement in which stated the change was to be implemented “…with immediate effect”

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NDE lauds FG’s vocational skills integration in schools, says it’ll engender employment

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 7 November 2024 0

BY STEPHEN GBADAMOSI Director General of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), Mr. Silas Ali Agara, has expressed support for the Federal Government’s policy of introducing 15 vocational skills into Nigeria’s primary and secondary school curricular. Agara expressed the belief that the initiative would drive substantial youth employment under President Bola Tinubu’s

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DBI trains 100 Unilesa staff as varsity VC moves to strengthen partnership

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 October 2024 0

BY UKPONO UKPONG The Vice-Chancellor, University of Ilesa, Prof. Taiwo Asaolu, has called for enhanced collaboration with the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) and the Digital Bridge Institute (DBI) to bolster its objectives in teaching, research, and community engagement. The appeal follows the successful completion of an Advanced Digital Empowerment Programme for

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Miva Open University LAUNCHES Master of Public Administration (MPA) Programme: A Timely Response to Nigeria’s Leadership Deficit

Ihesiulo Grace 16 October 2024 0

As Nigeria continues to navigate complex governance and developmental challenges, the importance of competent leadership at all levels has become glaringly evident. From inefficiencies in public sector management to the ongoing struggle with policy implementation, the country needs leaders who not only understand the intricacies of governance but also deliver practical,

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Why we’re supporting Nigeria’s educational sector- CASIO Computer Coy

Ihesiulo Grace 5 July 2024 0

.Unveils fx-9910NG PLUS 2nd Edition Calculator exclusive for Nigerian curriculum CASIO Middle East and Africa FZE, the regional subsidiary of CASIO Computer Co., Ltd., a leading education technology company, has explained why it is investing huge resources in support of Nigeria’s educational sector. Speaking at the unveiling of the new fx-9910NG PLUS 2nd Edition Calculator

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Shahi Al Sadat fighting against teenage rape & advocates for child safety

Ihesiulo Grace 27 May 2024 0

A 15 years old boy from Bangladesh Shahi Al Sadat has been playing a major role in protecting children’s rights. It can be said that Shahi Al Sadat is the new sunshine of Bangladesh. Born on March 22, 2009 at a small village in the Meherpur district of Khulna, Shahi Al Sadat is a Bangladeshi […]

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Watching preschoolers during assembly gives me joy

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 18 May 2024 0

…School administrator A certified teacher has revealed that watching preschoolers during morning assembly excite her most in school. Mrs. Angela Omavuaye posed a question: “Have you taken time to observe and notice the preschoolers, especially the two to three years during the school assembly?” “If you have not, then ensure you observe and take note

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How to obtain FG’s student loan as portal opens May 24

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 18 May 2024 0

BY ADA DIKE As this administration marks one year in office in a matter of days, one laudable feat that will go down in history is the student loan scheme, which is expected to grant access to children of the poor to acquire higher education. This scheme which has been signed into law will interestingly […]

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Duif Media Celebrates International Women’s Day at New Era Senior Secondary School

Ihesiulo Grace 9 March 2024 0

by Orji Onyekwere In commemoration of International Women’s Day, Duif Media hosted a Corporate Social Responsibility event at New Era Senior Secondary School. The aim was to inspire and educate female students, encouraging them to embrace ambition and success. The event focused on instilling a sense of productivity and highlighting the importance of differentiating

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Swedish govt to partner Oyo on education

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 January 2024 0

BY STEPHEN GBADAMOSI The Swedish government has promised to partner the government of Oyo State on improved education. This is as the state governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, on Friday, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the improvement of the sector. The governor expressed the readiness of the state to provide necessary support in the areas of education […]

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All you need to know about UTME 2024

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 January 2024 0

BY ADA DIKE The umbrella body of the national examination, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) was established in 1978 to test and admit would-be undergraduates that want to study in tertiary institutions (monotechnics, polytechnics and universities) in Nigeria. The validity of the results is one year. Since May 2014, the UTME is now […]

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UK Education Opportunities: Mark Brooks Education storms Nigeria to meet parents

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 18 January 2024 0

Cheering news for parents seeking boarding school opportunities for their children in the United Kingdom as a UK based education foundation storms Lagos. The Mark Brooks Education has deployed dozen of Heads and Registrars to return to Lagos to meet with parents who want quality education in boarding schools for their children. The scouting programme […]

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Education firm JPTS clarifies misconception about institute

Ihesiulo Grace 9 January 2024 0

…intensifies strategic affordable education in Africa An education firm, Joint Professionals Training and Support International (JPTS) has made known the need for the public to get abreast of what the institution stands for, saying that it is necessary to make it clear in disregard to the wrong impressions created by few persons. In a press […]

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NUC: Federal Government bans 18 foreign universities operating in Nigeria, describes them as “degree mills’’

Ihesiulo Grace 3 January 2024 0

The Federal Government has banned 18 foreign universities operating in Nigeria, describing them as “degree mills,’’ warning Nigerians to avoid enrolling in such institutions. The directive affected five universities from the United States, six from the United Kingdom, and three Ghanaian tertiary institutions. Announcing the ban in a statement published on its website, the

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Prof. Unionmwan Edebiri : Leading Francophone African Literature scholar, passes on at 81

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 22 November 2023 0

Teacher, literary critic, translator and promoter of African arts and culture, Unionmwan Edebiri was a Professor of French for over 38 years and a Barrister-at-Law for over 30 years. He was the first Nigerian to earn a Doctorate d’Université (Ph.D.) in French Literature from the University of Paris-Sorbonne, France. Unionmwan Edebiri taught French for over […]

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BIMS: Empowering Education for Students, Lecturers, and Non-Teaching Staff

Ihesiulo Grace 15 November 2023 0

The goal of BIMS (Beneficiary Identity Management Service) is to transform the way students, lecturers, and non-teaching staff engage with educational resources through a comprehensive platform. BIMS seeks to improve the educational experience for all users by offering convenient access and numerous benefits. This article will explore the essential benefits that BIMS

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How Student Upkeep Initiative is breaking down financial barriers for Nigerian students

Ihesiulo Grace 12 November 2023 0

Education is a fundamental right and a key driver of individual and societal development. However, access to quality education remains a significant challenge for many individuals, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. However, things are about to take a new turn as Student Upkeep Initiative, a dedicated non-governmental organization sets to make a positive

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Nigerian parents worry over incessant killing, raping of female students in schools

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 28 October 2023 0

BY ADA DIKE News coming from different schools in Nigeria has sent shivers and fear to female students and parents over incessant killing and raping of female students. Hardly a month passes by without news of killing of a female student filtered the air.A concerned woman whose daughter is in a university, said she has […]