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Nigerian Army College of Environmental Science and Technology gets new rector

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Col. Olalekan Bamiteko has assumed leadership of the Nigerian Army College of Environmental Science and Technology (NACEST), marking a strategic transition focused on consolidating academic excellence and institutional advancement. His immediate priorities are a triad of student welfare, staff development, and elevated institutional standards, underpinned by a call for managerial harmony to avoid internal rivalries. Bamiteko’s vision is to build upon the positive legacy of his predecessor while driving a focused agenda to enhance the college’s quality and

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AGILE trains 65 focal persons to tackle GBV in Sokoto 

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The AGILE project in Sokoto is strategically building a sustainable, community-led defense against gender-based violence (GBV) in schools by training 65 influential focal persons. Its unique insight is the deliberate integration of traditional rulers and religious leaders into the Grievance Redress Mechanism, leveraging their grassroots authority to ensure complaints are heard and resolved locally before escalating. This creates a proactive, culturally-attuned early-warning system for safety and GBV issues, directly linking community intelligence to formal project implementation.

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Yabatech named best tourism institution in Southwest

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Yaba College of Technology has been authoritatively recognized as the leading tourism institution in Southwest Nigeria, winning a major award at a competitive international expo. The victory was decisively earned through the exceptional, student-led exhibition that showcased superior creativity and technical craftsmanship, which independently impressed judges. This accolade validates the institution’s effective model of practical, industry-aligned education and its commitment to academic excellence. The win solidifies Yabatech’s regional leadership and demonstrates how tangible student output can directly elevate an institution

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Yobe raises students’ bursary by 100%

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Yobe State has doubled its student bursary awards for over 28,000 beneficiaries, directly responding to Nigeria’s economic pressures and rising educational costs. This 100% increase across all academic levels, from certificates to PhDs, represents a significant governmental investment in human capital and education revitalization. The move underscores a strategic commitment to supporting indigent students through tangible financial relief, aiming to improve educational outcomes. Ultimately, this policy links state support directly to academic performance, expecting recipients to reciprocate the investment

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Fawehinmi assumes duty as 8th UniAbuja substantive VC 

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Professor Hakeem Fawehinmi has formally assumed leadership of Yakubu Gowon University, following a rigorous selection process, with a mandate to elevate the institution to world-class status. His immediate strategy centers on collaborative governance, securing enhanced funding, and expanding academic programmes to strengthen research and the student experience. The university community has welcomed his appointment, citing his exemplary discipline, substantial scholarly career, and significant administrative experience across three decades. Fawehinmi’s unique interdisciplinary expertise in clinical anatomy and medical

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Tinubu commends UN, EU, others for supporting Nigeria’s 3MTT project 

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Nigeria’s 3MTT initiative, a national project to train three million technical talents, is being propelled by a powerful coalition of government, major international bodies (UN, EU), and leading global tech firms. This partnership signals a strategic shift from aid to investment, aiming to position Nigeria’s youth as competitive drivers in the global digital economy. The program’s scale—evidenced by 1.8 million initial applications—demonstrates massive domestic demand and a clear national ambition to build economic

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LASCOHET tasks new students on professionalism, ethics as 768 matriculate

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At the matriculation of 768 new students, Lagos State College of Health Technology leadership emphasized that building a reliable healthcare workforce requires a dual foundation of technical competence and unwavering professional ethics, particularly integrity and confidentiality. The core insight is that academic excellence alone is insufficient; future allied health professionals must cultivate compassion, discipline, and precision from the outset, as they are custodians of patient trust. The institution positions itself as a key contributor to Lagos’s leadership in healthcare standards by instilling these values early. Ultimately

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Kaduna 2026 education budget targets  tech and skills education – Commissioner

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Kaduna State is strategically pivoting its 2026 education budget toward a future-ready workforce, with a core focus on technical, digital, and entrepreneurial skills to transform students into job creators. This shift is backed by significant fiscal commitment, as education and infrastructure together command 35% of the state’s total budget. The establishment of a dedicated Senior Secondary Education Board further enables targeted reforms and unlocks federal funding to improve school infrastructure and quality. This comprehensive approach aligns with national priorities and directly addresses economic challenges

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Educationist harps on vocational training to boost students’ future prospects

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To combat youth unemployment and drive national economic growth, Nigeria must urgently integrate robust vocational training into secondary education, moving beyond a sole focus on academics. Early exposure to practical skills provides students with alternative career pathways and allows them to discover their strengths, better preparing them for diverse future opportunities. The proven models of nations like China and Japan, which embed skill acquisition from early childhood, demonstrate how this approach fuels technological advancement and economic resilience. Therefore, a systemic government-led overhaul of school curricula to prioritize this dual-track

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