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How Education Prepares Children for The Jobs of the Future
Education plays a vital role in preparing children for the jobs of the future by equipping them with the necessary skills, knowledge, and values to succeed in a rapidly changing world. As automation and artificial intelligence continue to transform the global economy, it is essential that education systems adapt to provide students with the skills …
UNICEF: Why Education Remains Nigeria’s Strongest Weapon Against Poverty
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reaffirmed that education remains the most powerful tool to break the cycle of poverty in Nigeria, particularly in the insurgency-hit North-East where millions of children remain out of school. UNICEF Nigeria Country Representative, Wafaa Saeed, made this known while briefing reporters on the agency’s programmes in Borno, Yobe, …
State Celebrates 95% Pass Rate in National Common Entrance Exam
Zamfara State has recorded a landmark achievement in the 2025 National Common Entrance Examination, securing a 95 percent success rate as 540 out of 567 pupils earned admission on national merit. The performance marks a significant leap forward in the state’s education sector. The report, presented by Arc. A.A. Gusau, Chairman of the His Royal …
NDDC Celebrates Graduation of 300 Youths from Skills Development Programme
A total of 300 youths from the Niger Delta region have successfully graduated from the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Technical Skills Training Programme, with specializations in pipe fitting, scaffolding, forklift operations, and sand blasting. Speaking at the graduation ceremony held at the NDDC Event Centre in Port Harcourt, the Executive Director of Projects, Dr. …
State Bans Graduation Ceremonies in Schools, Introduces New Education Policies
The Kogi State Government has placed an immediate ban on graduation ceremonies in basic and secondary schools across the state. The decision was announced by the Commissioner for Education, Wemi Jones, during a stakeholders’ meeting held on Wednesday in Lokoja, the state capital. Jones declared: “The practice of incessant graduation ceremonies in nursery, primary, and …
Education: Preventing Dropouts Through School-Based Health Programs
Education is often hailed as the surest path out of poverty, but that path becomes steep and treacherous when young people struggle with preventable health issues. Absenteeism, disengagement, and ultimately school dropout often begin with something as simple as toothache, asthma, or menstrual discomfort. School-based health programs—comprehensive initiatives that deliver medical, mental, and preventive services …
UBEC Unveils New Template to Unlock N68bn Dormant Education Funds
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has stressed the urgent need for a new and user-friendly template for preparing work plans, saying the old system in use for over a decade has hindered states from accessing billions of naira meant for basic education development. Speaking in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, at a training workshop for …
The Role of Scholarships and Sponsorship in Unlocking Children Dreams
Scholarships and sponsorship play a vital role in unlocking children’s dreams by providing them with access to quality education, opportunities, and resources that might otherwise be out of reach. For many children, especially those from disadvantaged backgrounds, financial constraints can be a significant barrier to pursuing their educational and career aspirations. Scholarships and sponsorship programs …
Education: Giving Every Child a Fair Start Through Learning
Education is the key to unlocking the potential of every child, regardless of their background or circumstances. It provides a fair start in life, equipping children with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to succeed. Quality education can break the cycle of poverty, promote social mobility, and foster a more equitable society. Every child deserves …