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Teacher banned after telling Muslim child that Britain is a Christian country’

  A London primary school teacher was allegedly banned from working with children after telling a Muslim student that ‘Britain is still a Christian state’ The teacher, who chose to remain anonymous, was suspended and sacked after he reprimanded students ...

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FG, ASUU enter talks on 40% pay rise

  FG, ASUU enter talks on 40% pay rise The Federal Government has reportedly proposed a 40 per cent salary increase for lecturers under the Academic Staff Union of Universities, sources familiar with the development told our correspondent in Abuja. ...

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Delta varsity rusticates student for filming dying colleague

  The management of Delta State University, Abraka, has expelled a 200-level student of the Department of Microbiology, Ezi Ugoma, for four semesters over alleged gross misconduct Ugoma was sanctioned after she appeared before the institution’s Students’ Disciplinary Committee for ...

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NECO opens first examination Centre for Nigerians in London

  The National Examinations Council (NECO) has opened a new examination centre in London, United Kingdom, as part of its global initiative to extend access to credible assessments for Nigerians in the diaspora The centre, unveiled during the Education Matters ...

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EFCC Arrests School Proprietor In Akwa Ibom

  A school proprietor identified as Mrs. Imaobong Cyril Okpong has been arrested for her alleged involvement in a series of visa fraud and fake offers of foreign scholarships schemes for nonexistent studies abroad The suspect who is the alleged ...

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NLC gives FG four week ultimatum to suspend ASUU strike

  The Nigeria Labour Congress has announced a four-week ultimatum to the Federal Government to conclude negotiations with all unions representing tertiary institutions, warning of nationwide industrial action if talks fail NLC President Joe Ajaero, speaking during an interactive session ...

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Warning strike: APC govs urge ASUU to embrace dialogue

  Governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress have appealed to the Academic Staff Union of Universities to embrace dialogue in resolving its grievances, saying negotiation remains the only sustainable solution to issues affecting the education sector. ...

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ASUU ready to resume talks with FG — President

  The Academic Staff Union of Universities has expressed readiness to resume negotiations with the Federal Government to end the ongoing strike, saying it has received signals from government officials indicating willingness to restart talks. ASUU President, Prof. Chris Piwuna, ...

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NLC slams FG’s “No work, No pay” policy, supports ASUU

  The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has slammed the Federal Government’s decision to enforce the “No Work, No Pay” rule against striking lecturers of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), calling it an act of intimidation that will only ...

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SSANU, NASU to protest on Thursday

  The Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) and the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU) have announced a one-day nationwide protest on Thursday over the Federal Government’s failure to address their demands Operating under the ...

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ASUU issues 14-day ultimatum to FG

  The Academic Staff Union of Universities has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government of Nigeria The union made the decision following a National Executive Council meeting held on Sunday at the University of Abuja. The national president ...

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BITCOIN is the “greatest asset in the world” – Eric Trump

  US President Trump’s son. Eric Trump, 41, has told a Hong Kong conference hall packed with crypto afficionados that bitcoin is the “greatest asset in the world” “There’s no question in my mind that bitcoin hits a million dollars,” he ...

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Ex-Edo Varsity VC d!es two weeks after handing over

  The Edo State University, Uzairue, has been thrown into mourning following the sudden de.ath of its former Acting Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dawood Egbefo Prof. Egbefo, a 58-year-old scholar of History and International Studies, reportedly passed away on Wednesday, August 27, ...

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Anambra Govt bans writing in textbooks

  The Anambra State Government has officially banned the practice of writing assignments directly inside textbooks, describing it as wasteful and unsustainable The ban aims to make textbooks reusable, particularly for younger siblings who will use them as they progress ...

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Edo Government Bans Nursery & Primary Graduation Parties, Introduces Skills Certificate for JSS Students, and Textbook Reuse Policy

  BREAKING NEWS: Edo Government Bans Nursery & Primary Graduation Parties, Introduces Skills Certificate for JSS Students, and Textbook Reuse Policy The Edo State Ministry of Education has announced sweeping reforms to enhance quality and consistency in schools, effective from ...

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JAMB unveils criteria for underage admission, screens 599 exceptional candidates

  The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board on Wednesday said it will begin screening for over 500 exceptional candidates below 16 years of age seeking admission into tertiary institutions for the 2025/2026 academic session between September 22 and 26. The ...

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Glitched grades: WAEC in crisis over result errors

  Candidates urged to re-check new results after 48 hours, students protest, parents slam CBT plans There was outrage after the West African Examinations Council denied candidates access to its results portal for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate ...

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Skip classes, lose your visa’ – US tells international students

  The United States has warned international students, including Nigerians, over the consequences of violating student visa regulations In a message shared on its official X handle on Monday, Aug, 4, the US Mission in Nigeria cautioned that students who drop out, skip ...

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Only 38% passed in English and Math – WAEC

  The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has reported a significant decline in student performance in the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), with only 38.32% of candidates securing credits in five subjects, including English Language and Mathematics ...

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NYSC Corps Member, Brown Ebubechukwu, Renovates School In Bayelsa State After Witnessing Pupils Learning In The Rain

  NYSC Corps Member, Brown Ebubechukwu, Renovates School In Bayelsa State After Witnessing Pupils Learning In The Rain A Corps Member, Brown-Ofoeme Ebubechukwu Prosper (BY/24B/2451), has taken a bold step to restore dignity to public education in Bayelsa State by ...

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Teen cuts off adoptive parents after they skip her high school graduation — to buy Labubu for their biological daughter

  A teenage girl has revealed on Reddit that she “ran away” from her adoptive parents after they missed her high school graduation to buy their biological daughter a Labubu Labubus, pint-sized plush creatures created by Hong Kong-based artist Kasing Lung, ...

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UNIZIK suspends 2025 SUG election

  The management of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, has announced the suspension of the 2025/2026 Students Union Election The announcement was contained in a press release dated 14th of July, shared on the official Facebook page of the University and ...

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Students protest against renaming of Poly Ibadan

  Students of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State are currently staging a protest over the renaming of the institution to Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic. Students of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, stage a protest at the Oyo State Government Secretariat, opposing the renaming ...

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