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Foundation launches AI platform for SSCE tutorials, enrolls 200 students

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The Abosede Tomori Foundation has launched Nigeria’s first AI-powered exam prep platform, “Study AI,” to tackle systemic educational barriers like limited access to quality materials and personalized support. This innovative platform directly combats high national exam failure rates by providing a dynamic, curriculum-aligned environment with adaptive study paths, real-time corrections, and realistic mock exams. Currently piloted with 200 students, the initiative represents a scalable, tech-driven shift in preparing students for critical university entrance exams. The foundation’s

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OAU 49th Convocation: Use your skills to innovate, lead world – VC charges graduands

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OAU’s Vice-Chancellor has framed this graduation not merely as an academic completion, but as a call to action for new graduates to become innovative leaders who apply their skills for both national and global impact. The university asserts its role as an academic flagship in Africa, evidenced by its diverse accredited programmes and forward-looking initiatives like an AI & Robotics Boot Camp. However, this vision is constrained by significant infrastructure projects requiring urgent stakeholder support to reach completion. Ultimately, the ceremony celebrates the graduates’ resilience while positioning

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W²O Foundation launches, drives technology, leadership training for Bariga youths

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The W²O Foundation has launched an AI in Education Programme in Lagos, Nigeria, directly equipping over 150 local youths with critical digital skills and leadership training to thrive in a technology-driven economy. This initiative uniquely combines AI competency development with scholarships and community projects, aiming to foster innovative problem-solvers and promote gender equality. By partnering with local government, the program demonstrates a practical model for using technology education to drive economic participation and build sustainable communities. The showcased student projects provide tangible proof of how

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Omniversity Imperial College confers practice-based academic awards to exceptional individuals

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Omniversity Imperial College is pioneering a critical shift in Nigeria’s education system by championing practice-based qualifications that formally recognize skills and experiential learning alongside traditional academics. Through its African Innovation Workshop, the institution conferred honors on professionals, advocating for the integration of Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) and Competency-Based Evaluation into the national framework. This model directly challenges the over-reliance on theoretical certificates, aiming to validate real-world expertise to better develop the workforce. The initiative presents a strategic opportunity

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Ooni of Ife, others to receive fellowship awards at Ibadan Polytechnic’s 40th convocation

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The Polytechnic, Ibadan, is leveraging its 40th convocation to highlight significant institutional progress, including a 100% course re-accreditation success and the introduction of new, relevant programs. Beyond awarding honorary fellowships, the event underscores a restored operational discipline that has effectively curbed past misconduct like cultism and fostered stable campus relations. A strategically chosen convocation lecture on combating national insecurity further positions the institution as engaged with critical societal challenges. This ceremony collectively showcases a polytechnic successfully

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FG inaugurates N7bn TETFund projects at FUSHI

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The Federal Government has inaugurated N7 billion in TETFund projects at the Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila-Orangun, framing medical education as a critical national security and economic priority essential for curbing medical tourism. This investment, part of a N10.5 billion total allocation, underscores a strategic commitment to expanding and modernizing Nigeria’s health sciences infrastructure to build a self-reliant, world-class healthcare workforce. The initiative’s success hinges on the university’s ability to maintain these facilities

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Convocation: Gov Mbah urges Nursing graduates to be good ambassadors

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Enugu State is strategically investing in its healthcare education infrastructure to combat the “Japa syndrome” and become a leading producer of world-class health professionals. Governor Peter Mbah’s administration is upgrading key institutions, increasing student capacity, and ensuring Enugu remains a top-paying destination to attract and retain talent. The core directive to new nursing graduates is to embody excellence and compassion as ambassadors, directly linking their training to the state’s broader vision. These concerted actions aim to transform Enugu into a self-sust

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Sokoto varsity V-C alleges political undertone in protest

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The Vice-Chancellor of Sokoto State University frames a union protest over a bursar’s tenure as a politically motivated act, alleging it ignores proper channels and the governor’s proven record of resolving financial issues. He asserts the protest undermines management despite significant state investments in salaries and education funding, suggesting external political interests are exploiting academic staff. The core conflict highlights a disconnect between administrative authority, state government appointments, and union tactics, positioning the dispute beyond mere labor grievances into the realm of political maneuvering.

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Safe Schools: State govts’ reluctance to set up response centres weakens protection – NSSRCC

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The National Safe School Response Coordination Centre (NSSRCC) identifies a critical failure in Nigeria’s school security strategy: most state governments have not established the mandated local command centers, crippling national surveillance and rapid response capabilities. This structural gap prevents the integrated federal system from effectively detecting threats and coordinating with local security operatives, leaving schools vulnerable. While the NSSRCC has successfully thwarted numerous attacks, the lack of state-level infrastructure is a major weakness, undermining proactive protection. The solution hinges

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