Category Archives: 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”

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”

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”

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”

The state of Government Secondary School Sugu in Ganye Local Government Area of Adamawa State has become an alarming crisis, exposing students to deplorable learning conditions. Once a beacon of academic excellence as the former Women’s Teachers College, a renowned institution in the North-Eastern province of Nigeria, the school now stands as a shadow ofContinueContinue reading “Government Secondary School Sugu in Ruins: Hon. Benjamin Brandford Urges Governor Fintiri to Intervene”

In a landmark decision, the Governing Council of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has officially appointed Professor Adamu Ahmed as the institution’s new Vice-Chancellor.The announcement, made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, marks the beginning of a new chapter for the prestigious university, one of Nigeria’s foremost centers of academic excellence.Prof. Ahmed, aContinueContinue reading “Prof. Adamu Ahmed Appointed as New Vice-Chancellor of Ahmadu Bello University”

In a landmark development that has sparked widespread optimism, the World Bank has committed a substantial $1.2 billion to support girls’ education in Nigeria. The announcement, made through Nigerian Stories’ official X handle, marks a transformative moment in the nation’s ongoing efforts to address the gender gap in education.This unprecedented financial commitment underscores the WorldContinueContinue reading “World Bank Pledges Historic $1.2 Billion to Revolutionize Girls’ Education in Nigeria”

In a groundbreaking move that underscores the university’s commitment to student welfare, the management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has issued a directive banning lecturers from scheduling classes as early as 6:00 a.m. and as late as 7:00 p.m.The announcement was made following mounting protests from students who expressed their dissatisfaction with irregular academic schedulesContinueContinue reading “OAU Responds to Student Outcry, Bans 6 AM and 7 PM Classes, Reinforces Commitment to Academic Welfare”

In a bold step to preserve the Igbo language and prevent its extinction, the Abia State government has announced plans to make it a compulsory subject in schools. Deputy Governor Ikechukwu Emetu revealed this initiative during the grand finale of Ekere Mgba Akpauche, an Igbo-themed competition organized by the Catholic Diocese of Aba.Emetu emphasized theContinueContinue reading “Abia State Moves to Save Igbo Language from Extinction, Makes It Compulsory in Schools”