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Sani boosts teachers’ welfare, extends retirement age to 65, approves rural allowance

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Governor Uba Sani has enacted a transformative policy to elevate Kaduna’s education system by significantly enhancing teacher welfare and retention. The reform extends the retirement age to 65 and service years to 40, directly retaining critical expertise in classrooms, while a new rural allowance incentivizes postings to underserved communities. This strategic investment recognizes experienced teachers as the cornerstone of educational quality and student outcomes. By aligning with national law and prioritizing human capital, the administration aims to boost motivation, stabilize the workforce, and

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NAHCO sponsors Oshodi-Isolo primary schools debate

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Nigerian Aviation Handling Company Plc (NAHCO) has strategically expanded its community investment by sponsoring a primary school debate competition in Lagos, directly aligning its CSR with fostering youth development and oratory skills. This initiative, themed ‘Inspiring Young Voices, Building Tomorrow,’ demonstrates a shift beyond traditional infrastructure projects, aiming to build intellectual capital and confidence within its host communities. The program successfully created healthy rivalry and practical learning experiences, with significant cash prizes awarded to the winning schools. This engagement reinforces NA

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Cyber crime: FUSHI trains 595 students on digital literacy, psychological skills

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A Nigerian university’s innovative intervention tackles cybercrime at its root by training 595 students in both digital literacy and psychological resilience, recognizing that technical skills alone are insufficient. The program’s core insight is that cybercrime preys on psychological vulnerabilities, using urgency and manipulation, which can be countered with specific mental awareness. A critical, actionable takeaway is that prevention requires a dual strategy: equipping potential victims to recognize threats while addressing the ignorance and peer pressure that drive youth to become perpetrators. This holistic approach

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NGO reiterates commitment to boy-child education, empowerment

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The Hogis Foundation is strategically addressing a critical societal gap by focusing on the holistic empowerment of vulnerable boys, aged 10-19, through education, mentorship, and vocational training. It positions itself as a corrective force against “society’s one-sided compassion,” aiming to develop responsible men grounded in integrity and service. The foundation’s model is built on multi-sector collaboration with schools, government, and corporations to provide life opportunities. Its core value proposition is transforming at-risk boys into positively contributing adults, thereby

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Yusuf praises governing council for appointing first female Vice‑Chancellor

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Governor Abba Yusuf has endorsed the historic appointment of Professor Amina Bayero as the first female Vice-Chancellor of North-West University, Kano, following a ten-month, transparent selection process. This landmark decision signals a commitment to both gender inclusion and institutional integrity, underscored by immediate government actions to resolve staff allowances and reclaim illegally allocated university lands. The new Vice-Chancellor has presented a comprehensive 14-point agenda, positioning her leadership as a pivotal moment for advancing academic excellence and administrative reform.

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Nigeria certifies first social standards professionals

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Nigeria has established a formal, World Bank-backed national framework for certifying Social Standards Professionals, marking a critical step in institutionalizing social risk management. This $80 million initiative, involving key universities and ministries, has already trained nearly 30,000 students and aims to build a sustainable pipeline of qualified experts. The program’s unique value lies in its direct alignment with international standards, creating a credible, locally-governed certification system to enhance the quality of social safeguards in major projects. This foundational effort

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46 inmates sat for NECO GCE in Oyo custodial centres – PRO

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The Oyo State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service is demonstrating that structured education within custodial facilities is a powerful, evidence-based tool for rehabilitation and reducing recidivism. With 46 inmates completing the NECO GCE and one facility achieving an 85% success rate, these programs provide tangible academic credentials and foster hope, with inmates articulating clear university and career aspirations post-release. The strategic expansion, including new NECO-approved centers and plans for on-site university study centers, underscores a commitment

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UNILAG’s College of Medicine 1985 alumni reaffirms commitment to mentorship

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The UNILAG College of Medicine’s 1985 alumni exemplify a powerful model of impactful giving, moving beyond financial donations to provide critical infrastructure and, more importantly, a commitment to mentorship. Their engagement addresses a core crisis in Nigerian healthcare: the severe “brain drain” or “japa syndrome” that depletes the nation of medical talent. University leadership explicitly calls for these successful alumni to leverage their expertise as mentors and advocates, positioning them as essential partners in sustaining institutional accreditation and functionality.

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OAU V-C tasks inducted nurses to maintain clinical competence, embody compassion 

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The Vice-Chancellor of Obafemi Awolowo University has charged 43 newly inducted nurses to embody a dual professional mandate: maintaining rigorous clinical competence and critical thinking while practicing with profound compassion and commitment to humanity. University leadership framed this as a national investment, stressing that Nigeria has high expectations for their contributions to the healthcare system. The inductees were advised to view nursing not merely as a career but as a global citizenship, requiring continuous learning, resilience, and unwavering ethical principles. Their training positions

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