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The Federal Government has begun placing greater emphasis on skills acquisition in education while reducing the traditional focus on academic certificates. This was disclosed by the Registrar of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), who said the move is intended to better align learning outcomes with labour market needs. Moving Toward Practical Learning …

Sokoto State Government, working with UNICEF and the European Union, have committed to improving safe learning environments for schoolchildren in Sokoto State. The partners said the programme is designed to make schools more secure and supportive, ensuring children can learn in an environment free from threats, violence, or other disruptions. They added that the initiative …

Muhammadu Sanusi II has stated that investing in girl-child education is essential for breaking the cycle of poverty that passes from one generation to the next. He explained that when girls receive proper education, they are more likely to achieve financial independence, make informed choices, and positively influence their families and communities. Over time, this …

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has confirmed the verification of 518 schools ahead of a planned N5.18 billion intervention project aimed at improving basic education facilities. Ensuring Proper Use of Funds The verification exercise is part of UBEC’s strategy to promote accountability and ensure that intervention funds are allocated only to eligible schools. The …

A recipient of the Maltina Best Teacher award has established a new foundation focused on improving education for children living in underprivileged and slum communities. The initiative seeks to expand learning opportunities and provide better academic support for disadvantaged pupils. Closing the Education Gap The foundation was created to tackle the inequality in access to …

face one of the largest out-of-school children challenges in the world, with an estimated 15 million children currently not enrolled in formal education. In response, IA-Foundation has intensified its interventions aimed at reducing this alarming figure and improving access to quality education across underserved communities.   The organization’s renewed commitment reflects growing concern over the …

The Zamfara State Government has redeployed 2,117 non-teaching staff as part of ongoing reforms in the education sector aimed at improving efficiency and strengthening administration. According to reports, the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology transferred the personnel files of the affected workers to the Office of the Head of Service for reassignment across various …

A lecturer at Lagos State University has appealed for stronger cooperation among key education stakeholders to support curriculum reform and improve the structure of the education system. He stressed that meaningful transformation of education requires the combined efforts of government authorities, academic institutions, policymakers, and private sector actors. The Need for Curriculum Review The call …

Premiere Academy has been declared the winner of the 2026 Battle of the Energy Titans competition after coming out on top in the final round of the national contest. The competition brought together students from different schools across Nigeria to showcase innovative ideas focused on solving energy-related challenges. It is aimed at encouraging creativity and …