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The Executive Secretary of the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE), Dr. Angela Ajala, has emphasised the importance of strengthening teacher education in Nigeria, noting that the overall quality of the education system depends largely on how well teachers are trained. She stated that teaching should be regarded as a core profession rather than …

Peter Obi has urged young boys to remain determined and not abandon their ambitions, even when faced with difficulties. In his message celebrating the boy child, he stressed the importance of education, discipline, and confidence in building a successful future. He also encouraged proper guidance and support to help boys grow into responsible adults. His …

Hope Uzodimma has advised members of the All Progressives Congress in Imo State contesting in the 2027 primaries to avoid risking essential family funds in their political ambitions. He warned aspirants not to divert important expenses like children’s school fees or other personal finances into the pursuit of party tickets, emphasizing the need for financial …

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has disbursed ₦434.5 million and also allocated ₦5.18 billion to support the development of school infrastructure across Nigeria. Strengthening Basic Education The funds are intended to improve facilities in public basic schools, including the construction and rehabilitation of classrooms, provision of learning resources, and upgrading of school environments. The …

Introduction The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a new admission guideline that relaxes entry requirements into Colleges of Education for certain applicants. What the new rule states According to the revised policy, candidates who possess at least four credit passes in relevant O’Level subjects may be offered admission into Colleges of Education without taking …

Wellington College International Lagos has announced Christine Haslett as its founding headmaster, a key leadership decision as the new British-style international school prepares for its opening in Nigeria. Early leadership for a new school Haslett will take on the responsibility of leading the school’s development ahead of its planned opening in September 2027. As founding …

A leadership-focused institute has called for a fundamental change in how leadership is understood and practiced, arguing that modern organizations need a more flexible and forward-thinking approach. Rethinking traditional leadership styles The institute points out that many workplaces still depend on older leadership models built around strict hierarchy and top-down authority. While these methods may …

The Federal Government has approved the disbursement of about N8 billion to settle outstanding obligations owed to Nigerian students studying abroad under government scholarship schemes who have been affected by delayed funding. The intervention is intended to clear accumulated arrears and ensure that the impacted students can continue their studies without further financial disruptions. Authorities …

The Colleges of Education Academic Staff Union (COEASU) has expressed disagreement with the Federal Government’s decision to remove the requirement of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for candidates seeking admission into Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programmes. The union said the policy was introduced without sufficient consultation with key stakeholders in the education sector …