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University of Gambia renames faculty after Adesina

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The University of The Gambia has renamed its School of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences after Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, honoring his transformative decade as President of the African Development Bank. This recognition celebrates his “Feed Africa” strategy and High 5s agenda, which directly improved food security for over 100 million people and impacted 535 million across the continent. Under his leadership, the AfDB achieved unprecedented growth, tripling its capital base to $318 billion while financing landmark infrastructure projects like

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Workers in Katsina tertiary educational institutions issue 2-week strike notice

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Academic and non-academic staff unions across Katsina State’s tertiary institutions have issued a two-week strike ultimatum, demanding the immediate implementation of approved 35% and 25% salary increases and the proper placement of staff under the CONTISS-15 salary structure. The unions also cite a deeply flawed and exploitative state healthcare scheme and warn that recent fee hikes are causing a severe student enrollment crisis, forcing many to abandon their studies. This collective action underscores a systemic breakdown in governance, where approved

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2026: Don calls for more investment in education sector

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A psychology professor advocates for the Nigerian government to prioritize substantial investment in education in 2026, arguing it is critical for national development and a knowledgeable economy. He directly links increased funding to resolving chronic crises with university unions and achieving national progress. The call is underscored by data showing Nigeria’s proposed education budget falls drastically short of UNESCO’s recommended benchmark of 15-20% for developing nations. This positions adequate education funding not as an expense, but as a foundational, non-negotiable investment for Nigeria

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NCDMB, Wedgwood partner to empower 250 A'Ibom youth with market skills

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This initiative successfully addresses youth unemployment by moving beyond traditional training to deliver a holistic empowerment model. Its core innovation is combining targeted, market-relevant skills with essential starter packs and a crucial mindset shift—redefining business as “exchanging skills for monetary value.” The program’s long-term viability is secured through post-training mentorship and tracking, ensuring the investment translates into sustainable livelihoods rather than short-term aid.

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Alumni donates laptops to bridge ICT gap in Kogi school

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A single alumni class’s donation of six laptops to their former school demonstrates a powerful, scalable model for community-led educational development, where targeted, high-impact contributions can directly address critical resource gaps like ICT access. The alumni’s sustained commitment, evidenced by prior book donations and a structured six-year plan, highlights the long-term potential of organized graduate networks to drive systemic improvement beyond one-off charity. Crucially, this initiative underscores that local stakeholders—empowered alumni and dedicated teachers—are often the most effective agents

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Ododo reaffirms commitment to education, pledges to transform Kogi’s future

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Governor Ahmed Ododo has positioned education as the central pillar of Kogi State’s development strategy, committing to fully funded primary and secondary education, including covering major examination fees. This policy framework aims to remove financial barriers and is amplified through strategic partnerships with established community foundations like the Igala Education Foundation. The administration recognizes that transforming the state’s future requires a collaborative model, leveraging both government resources and deep community engagement to scale impact. Ultimately, this integrated approach seeks to institutionalize educational access as a direct

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Tech executive lauds students' brainpower in high-tech patents

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A tech executive has spotlighted a Nigerian school’s students for developing high-tech patents, signaling a promising shift toward digital sovereignty for Africa. The core insight is that Nigeria’s educational curriculum must be urgently modernized to foster innovation, as outdated teaching methods cannot drive future technological advancement. The showcased inventions, like a camera-embedded cap and rapid fire sensor, demonstrate that empowering youth in crisis-affected regions through practical, problem-solving education yields tangible, market-ready solutions. Ultimately, this model presents a compelling investment

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BUK-FAIS alumni celebrate silver jubilee, award lecturers 

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The Bayero University Kano Faculty of Arts and Islamic Studies alumni, celebrating their 25th anniversary, demonstrate the profound, lasting impact of foundational humanities and Islamic education on professional success and community solidarity. Their reunion highlights a legacy of educator commitment, with graduates crediting their teachers’ guidance for their subsequent professionalism and achievements across diverse fields. Beyond celebration, the group’s actions—including charitable support for bereaved families and honoring deceased members—showcase a mature, values-driven network focused on gratitude, legacy

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Alumni laments deplorable State of Lagos model college  

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A “model” college in Lagos, designated for state support, suffers from severe infrastructural decay, with students forced to sit on floors and laboratories rendered unusable for a decade. The alumni association highlights a critical failure in governance, where the school’s official “model” status has not translated into promised resources or prototype buildings. This case exposes a systemic gap between educational policy and on-the-ground execution, undermining learning for over 1,000 students from seven communities. The alumni’s interim support, while

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