The Sokoto State University branch of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has declared a total, comprehensive, and indefinite strike, effective Wednesday.The announcement, made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, has sent shockwaves through the academic community, raising fresh concerns about the state of public university education in Nigeria.While the union hasContinueContinue reading “BREAKING: ASUU Sokoto Declares Indefinite Strike Over Unmet Demands”
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Bauchi State Orders Five-Week School Closure for Ramadan Amid Controversy and Resistance
The Bauchi State government has mandated the closure of all schools—both public and private—for five weeks in observance of the Ramadan fasting period, SaharaReporters has learned. The directive, which takes effect from February 26, 2025, will keep schools shut until after the Eid-al-Fitr celebrations, with classes scheduled to resume on April 5.The decision has sparkedContinueContinue reading “Bauchi State Orders Five-Week School Closure for Ramadan Amid Controversy and Resistance”
Tragedy Strikes: Federal University Lokoja Shuts Down Indefinitely Amid Protests Over Fatal Accident
In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal University of Lokoja (FUL) in Kogi State has been shut down indefinitely following widespread student protests over a devastating road accident that claimed the lives of seven students and a bus driver.The tragic incident occurred around 2:30 PM on Monday when a heavily loaded truck carrying woodContinueContinue reading “Tragedy Strikes: Federal University Lokoja Shuts Down Indefinitely Amid Protests Over Fatal Accident”
Breaking: NELFUND Disburses Over N22 Billion in Student Loans, Opens 2024/2025 Applications
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced a significant milestone in its mission to provide financial assistance to students across the country. In a post on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, NELFUND revealed that it has disbursed over N22 billion in student loans, benefiting more than 200,000 applicants.This landmark achievement underscores the government’sContinueContinue reading “Breaking: NELFUND Disburses Over N22 Billion in Student Loans, Opens 2024/2025 Applications”
ESUT Cracks Down on Corruption: Four Lecturers, Class Representative Suspended Over Money-for-Grades Scandal
The Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT) has taken decisive action against academic corruption by suspending four lecturers and a class representative indefinitely over allegations of extortion, popularly known as “sorting.”The affected staff members, all affiliated with the ESUT College of Medicine (ESUCOM), were allegedly involved in soliciting payments from students in exchangeContinueContinue reading “ESUT Cracks Down on Corruption: Four Lecturers, Class Representative Suspended Over Money-for-Grades Scandal”
WAEC Releases 2024 Private Candidates’ Results, Withholds 2,577 Over Malpractice
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results for the 2024 second series of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates, marking a significant improvement in overall performance.According to a statement by WAEC’s Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina, a total of 65,023 candidates sat for theContinueContinue reading “WAEC Releases 2024 Private Candidates’ Results, Withholds 2,577 Over Malpractice”
Tinubu Approves Upgrade of YABATECH to University Status – Minister of Education
In a landmark move set to reshape Nigeria’s higher education landscape, President Bola Tinubu has approved the conversion of Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) into a full-fledged university.The announcement was made today by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories. This transformation marks a significant step inContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Approves Upgrade of YABATECH to University Status – Minister of Education”
Obafemi Awolowo: The Visionary Leader Who Led by Example in Education
Education has always been the cornerstone of national development, and few Nigerian leaders understood this better than Chief Obafemi Awolowo. Renowned for his unwavering commitment to education, Awolowo made history by introducing free education in Western Nigeria—a bold policy that transformed countless lives and set a precedent for educational advancement in the country.In a testamentContinueContinue reading “Obafemi Awolowo: The Visionary Leader Who Led by Example in Education”
Tinubu Orders Immediate Takeover: Nok University Becomes Federal University of Applied Sciences
In a significant development for Nigeria’s education sector, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the immediate takeover of Nok University by the federal government, transforming it into the Federal University of Applied Sciences (FUAS).The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, sparking widespread reactions across the country. This move aligns withContinueContinue reading “Tinubu Orders Immediate Takeover: Nok University Becomes Federal University of Applied Sciences”
FG Proposes Overhaul of Education System: 12-Year Basic Education Model to Replace 6-3-3-4 Structure
In a significant policy shift, the Federal Government is advocating a transition from Nigeria’s longstanding 6-3-3-4 education system to a 12-4 model, aiming to enhance learning continuity, global competitiveness, and skill acquisition.The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made this revelation, stating that the proposal would be deliberated at the extraordinary National Council on EducationContinueContinue reading “FG Proposes Overhaul of Education System: 12-Year Basic Education Model to Replace 6-3-3-4 Structure”
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