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FCT Secretariat Reaffirms Commitment to Supporting Girls’ Education
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Secretariat has renewed its dedication to advancing girls’ education, underscoring its crucial role in promoting sustainable development and empowering the younger generation. At a recent event, officials highlighted the importance of ensuring girls have equal access to quality education, stressing the need to close gender gaps in educational opportunities. Promoting …
Education: The Quiet Struggle to Safeguard Nigeria’s Children
In Nigeria, education isn’t just a route to progress it’s a battleground where children’s rights, futures, and safety are constantly at risk. While national debates often center around economic or political issues, there is a more subtle yet critical struggle to ensure that every Nigerian child can access a safe and quality education. This ongoing …
Federal Government Unveils Six-Point Initiative to Revitalize the Education Sector
In a significant move to reform Nigeria’s educational system, the Federal Government has rolled out a new six-point initiative aimed at transforming the education sector, improving access to education, and better preparing students for the modern economy. The announcement was made by the Federal Ministry of Education under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, …
New Curriculum: An Educational or Political Choice?
When a new curriculum is introduced in schools, it often raises questions about its true purpose: Is it an educational reform meant to improve learning, or is it driven by political motives? Understanding the forces behind these changes is essential, as they influence the knowledge, values, and skills of future generations. The Educational View From …
RCCG Provides Scholarships to Children in Lagos Slum
The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) has introduced a scholarship and youth development programme to support children living in the Olusosun landfill community in Lagos State, Nigeria. The initiative, announced as part of activities celebrating the 84th birthday of the church’s General Overseer, Pastor Enoch Adeboye, aims to improve access to education and offer …
Kellogg’s Nigeria Rewards Children with Scholarships Through Creative Essay Contest
Kellogg’s Nigeria has recently awarded ₦150,000 educational scholarships to 150 young students as part of its “My Superstar Journey” creative essay competition, emphasizing the company’s dedication to fostering learning and creativity among Nigerian children. The awards ceremony took place on January 31, 2026, at LTV BOS Hall in Agidingbi, Ikeja, Lagos. Children aged 7 to …
Nigeria Seeks to Strengthen Early Childhood Education Through UBE Act Reform
Nigeria is taking steps to improve its education system by revising the Universal Basic Education (UBE) Act to place greater emphasis on Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE). Policymakers recognize that the early years, from birth to age eight, are critical for a child’s development, school readiness, and lifelong learning outcomes. Significance of the UBE …
Minister Reaffirms Commitment to Federal–State Partnerships to Ensure Quality Education for Every Nigerian Child
In Abuja, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, reiterated the Federal Government’s dedication to working closely with state governments to provide quality and inclusive education to all Nigerian children. Speaking at a webinar organized by the Committee of States’ Commissioners of Education in Nigeria (COSCEN), the Minister emphasized that effective education reform …
UBEC Pledges Quality Basic Education for Every Nigerian Child by 2030
The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Aisha Garba, has reaffirmed the federal government’s commitment to ensuring that every Nigerian child has access to quality basic education by 2030. Her statement underscores Nigeria’s focus on leaving no child behind in foundational learning. A Goal of Inclusion and Equity Dr. Garba described …