EDUCATION

Fresh Strike Looms As ASUU Faults Minister’s Claims On Agreement Implementation 0
- EDUCATION, SLIDE
- May 18, 2026
Nigeria’s university system may be heading for another shutdown as the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised concerns over what it describes as the Federal Government’s failure to fully implement the 2025 agreement reached with the union. The development comes amid growing tension between ASUU and the Federal Ministry of Education over issues
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LASG provides N900m grants to 155 researchers, startups for innovation 0
- EDUCATION, SLIDE
- May 14, 2026
The Lagos State Government has announced the disbursement of N900 million in grants to researchers and startups as part of efforts to strengthen innovation, technology, and scientific development across the state. The grants were distributed through the Lagos State Science Research and Innovation Council, with support reaching 80 researchers and 75 startup businesses. The initiative
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Why Students Below 16 Years Would Not Be Granted Admission – FG 0
- EDUCATION, SLIDE
- May 11, 2026
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that candidates seeking admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria must be at least 16 years old, stressing that the policy is necessary to maintain academic standards and institutional integrity. The announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, during the 2026 policy meeting on admissions into tertiary institutions
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Federal Government Introduces Mandatory Drug Tests For Secondary School Students 0
- EDUCATION, SLIDE
- May 11, 2026
The Federal Government has announced a new policy mandating drug tests for secondary school students across Nigeria as part of efforts to combat rising cases of substance abuse among young people. The development marks a significant step in the government’s ongoing campaign against drug addiction and related social problems affecting students nationwide. Oluga Commends
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Honorary Degree Holders Barred From Using ‘Dr’ Title In Nigeria 0
- EDUCATION, SLIDE
- May 6, 2026
A new directive has stirred conversations across Nigeria’s academic and professional circles, as authorities move to restrict the use of the “Dr” title strictly to individuals who have earned it through academic or professional qualifications. The development, reported by Daily Trust, signals a significant shift in how honorary degrees are perceived and applied in
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Journalism Is Not A Crime, But Too Often, Not Rewarding 0
- EDUCATION, SLIDE
- May 5, 2026
‎ ‎Newsworld – World Press Freedom Day is more than a ceremonial date on the global calendar; it is a reminder of the vital role journalism plays in society and the harsh realities many journalists face. ‎ ‎Central to this year’s reflection is a difficult truth: journalism is not a crime, yet it is increasingly
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