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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

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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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A New Force in Computational Innovation: Rahman Shittu Lights Up the University of North Carolina, Greensboro

Ihesiulo Grace 15 March 2024 0

In a world where data has become the currency of progress and innovation, a new architect of the future is rising quietly, yet powerfully, at the University of North Carolina, Greensboro (UNCG). His name is Rahman Shittu, and he isn’t just enrolled in the prestigious PhD program in Computational Data Science and Engineering; he is […]

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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 […]

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University of Ottawa announces renewable undergraduate scholarships for African students

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 27 October 2023 0

By Motolani Oseni Nigerian students and aspiring scholars from across Africa seeking international education opportunities have a new avenue for fulfilling their dreams, as the University of Ottawa, a prestigious North American institution, has announced the introduction of a new four-year renewable entrance and excellence scholarship program, with a total value of up to

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Problems facing girl-child education in Nigeria

DailyTimesNGR DailyTimesNGR 15 October 2023 0

Poverty, peer pressure, early marriage, unwanted pregnancy, negligence, rape, ignorance, being their family’s burden bearers and lack of parental care are parts of the challenges hindering girl child education in Nigeria. ADA DIKE reports: Every October 11, the world celebrates the girl child. It’s a day set aside to promote girls’ empowerment, education

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The Continents States University Commits To Principles For Responsible Management Education (PRME)

Ihesiulo Grace 31 July 2023 0

The Continents States University (CSU), located in St. Louis, Missouri, recently received approval for membership in the prestigious Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) initiative of the United Nations Global Compact. This achievement highlights CSU’s dedication to integrating sustainable and ethical practices into its business programs and overall

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2023 UTME: JAMB pays N1.5B to CBT centres

Ihesiulo Grace 16 June 2023 0

By Doosuur Iwambe The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has paid the sum of N1.4bn naira to owners of Non-JAMB Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres nationwide for the services they rendered during the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This was contained in a statement by Dr Fabian Benjamin, Head, Public Affairs and Protocols, JAMB […]

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How poverty affects 13 year old Kelvin from learning

Ihesiulo Grace 13 June 2023 0

By Doosuur Iwambe Even though he wants to become an engineer in future, 13-year -old Leo Kelvin (Not his real name) does menial job in the neighbourhood before joining his peers in school. His daily routines include, weeding people’s overgrown compounds and fetching water for the people in his neighbourhood for a token and sometimes […]