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Education Minister Inaugurates Committee for Developing Education Roadmap in Nigeria

– Embrace technology and steer towards a digital future — Minister

The Minister for Education Tahir Mamman OON, SAN, today inaugurated the Committee tasked with developing a roadmap for the education sector in Nigeria.

Speaking at the inaugural ceremony held on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at the Conference Room of the Federal Ministry of Education in Abuja, the minister stated that the event marked a pivotal moment in the nation’s pursuit of educational excellence and societal development. He highlighted the urgency of their mission, emphasizing the need for clear direction to transform Nigeria’s fortunes. Read more https://crystaledunews.com.ng/education-minister-inaugurates-committee-for-developing-education-roadmap-in-nigeria/05/

Crystal Education Media Brings Joy to Havima Home in Commemoration of 2023 International Day for Charity

In celebration of the 2023 International Day for Charity, Crystal Education Media (CEM), a prominent media organization, embarked on a heartwarming visit to Havima Home, an orphanage located on Arab Road in Kubwa, Abuja. The visit was a testament to their commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable individuals. The Crystal team, led by Patience Okosun, the presenter, was accompanied by Chuks Crystal, Chief Creative Officer (CCO), and Femi Ojo, the video editor. Their visit was made possible with support from the Frugal Empowerment Foundation (FEF), a non-governmental organization dedicated to assisting vulnerable individuals and crisis victims. Read morehttps://crystaledunews.com.ng/crystal-education-media-brings-joy-to-havima-home-in-commemoration-of-2023-international-day-for-charity/05/

Frugal News Update

Frugal, Crystal Education Media Joins Forces, Celebrate 2023 International Day for Charity at Havima Orphanage Home

In commemoration of the 2023 International Day for Charity, the Frugal Empowerment Foundation (FEF) and Crystal Education Media (CEM) have come together in a heartwarming partnership to bring joy and support to the children of Havima Orphanage Home. This collaboration exemplifies the significance of collective responsibility in fostering positive change within the community.

vanguard

Bauchi governor blows hot, scores own administration low in education

By Charly Agwam – Bauchi

Bauchi State governor, Bala Mohammed has decried the increase in number of out-of-school children in the State and the decline in the standard of education at basic education level.

The governor who said that his administration has failed the people of the State in terms of educational development, berated the Management of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) as well as Local Government Education Authority (LGEA) Secretaries for sabotaging his efforts at developing the Sector better than how his administration met it in 2019. Read more:https://www.vanguardngr.com/2023/09/bauchi-governor-blows-hot-scores-own-administration-low-in-education/

Tribune

Redeemer University graduates 6,995 students since inception

The authorities of the Redeemer University, Ede, Osun State, disclosed on Monday that the institution had so far graduated 6,995 students from various departments right from its inception.

The institution’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Anthony E. Akinlo, who made this known during a pre-convocation press briefing on the university’s 15th Convocation anniversary held at the university, put the total number of school graduates for this year at 750. Read more https://tribuneonlineng.com/redeemer-university-graduates-6995-students-since-inception/

Punch

Seek new knowledge, CMUL tells inductees

The Provost of College of Medicine of the University of Lagos, Prof. David Oke, has admonished the graduates of medical and dental students of the institute to seek new knowledge.

While speaking at the 2019/2020 medical and dental induction ceremony, in Lagos, on Wednesday, Oke also encouraged the inductees to actively undergo interdisciplinary collaboration to enrich their medical journey, saying that it would aid them to become distinguished professional practitioners. Read more https://punchng.com/seek-new-knowledge-cmul-tells-inductees/?amp

Foundation mentors Muslim first class graduates

The First Class Muslim Foundation has told 30 Muslim first-class graduates to develop a mentor-mentee relationship with experts for faster career growth.

Speaking at the M-First Series programme to celebrate 30 first-class graduates from Nigerian Universities on Sunday, one of the facilitators during the five-year Plan Presentation Session, Luqman Obileye, advised the participants to develop mentor-mentee relationships with people in their field of study. Read more https://punchng.com/foundation-mentors-muslim-first-class-graduates/?amp

OAU alumni plan 60th anniversary

The Great Ife Pharmacy Alumni worldwide will celebrate its 60th (Diamond) Jubilee Anniversary of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Osun State from 3rd to 6th October 2023.

This was made known by the Global Chairman, GIPAA, Mr Lekan Asuni, during a press conference in Lagos. Read more https://punchng.com/oau-alumni-plan-60th-anniversary/?amp

Don calls for partnership in traditional medicine

A Professor of Pharmacology, Moses Akanmu has called on stakeholders to collaborate and work on the research and development of traditional medicines in Nigeria.

The professor from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Osun State, specifically said there was a need for strong partnership among the academia, traditional medicine practitioners, relevant Federal Government agencies such as the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control and the Federal Ministry of Health, to synergize on comprehensive research and development of African Traditional Medicines. Read more https://punchng.com/don-calls-for-partnership-in-traditional-medicine/?amp

Institute dumps personalised rubber stamps

The Institute of Public Analysts of Nigeria has said the existing personalised plastic/rubber stamp which is currently in use will become invalid as from 1st October 2023.

Speaking at the public presentation of the Practice License Stamp in Yaba, Lagos, Registrar, IPAN, Mr Aliyu Angara, said the institute was committed to reshaping the landscape of the analytical laboratory sector and raising the bar of excellence to unprecedented heights. Read more https://punchng.com/institute-dumps-personalised-rubber-stamps/?amp

People Gazette

TetFund spent N40 billion in six Borno schools: Reps

The House of Representatives ad hoc committee probing N2.3 trillion expended by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TetFund) says the agency spent over N40 billion on projects in six institutions in Borno.

The committee chair, Idem Unyime, disclosed this on Monday in Maiduguri during a courtesy visit to Governor Babagana Zulum. Read more https://gazettengr.com/tetfund-spent-n40-billion-in-six-borno-schools-reps/

Daily Nigeria

Protest: Ambrose Ali University suspends academic activities indefinitely

The Management of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo, has announced the indefinite suspension of academic activities with immediate effect.

This is contained in a statement issued by the institution’s Head, Corporate Affairs, Otunba Mike Aladenika, and made available to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Benin. Read more https://dailynigerian.com/protest-ambrose-ali-university/

The Nation

Bauchi gov expresses shock over deteriorating state of schools

Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed has expressed dismay over the deteriorating state of schools.

Mohammed, during a visit to one of the schools with about 20 classes, observed that the pupils were sitting on the mats, adding that the building is dilapidated with the roofings blown. Read more https://thenationonlineng.net/bauchi-gov-expresses-shock-over-deteriorating-state-of-schools/

Bridge sustains top positions at entrance exams

Pupils of Bridge Nigeria Academy have topped 2023 National Common Entrance Examination organised by National Examination Council (NECO).

Spokesperson, Olamide Oni, said the improved compared to 2022, attributing the feat to average scores, gender distribution among top scorers, subject-specific achievements, and consistency of results in mathematics and English. Read more https://thenationonlineng.net/bridge-sustains-top-positions-at-entrance-exams/

Independent

Jimba Warns Ogun Corps Members On Partisan Politics, Seeks Involvement In CDS Projects

OGUN – As the 2023 Batch B’ Stream II orientation course programme ends nationwide today,  the Ogun State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme,  Mr. Chris Jimba has warned corps members not to meddle in the local politics of their host communities.

This charge formed part of his address during the closing ceremonies for the 2023 Batch B Stream II  orientation course for corps members deployed to the state which was held at the NYSC Permanent Orientation Camp within the Gateway International Stadium, Sagamu. Read more https://independent.ng/jimba-warns-ogun-corps-members-on-partisan-politics-seeks-involvement-in-cds-projects/

International Headlines

MINT

UK education minister Gillian Keegan issues apology for profanity-laden remark on school closure

Britain’s education minister, Gillian Keegan, issued an apology on Monday following a profanity-laden outburst in which she expressed frustration about not receiving sufficient acknowledgement for doing a “fucking good job” in addressing the safety concerns of potentially hundreds of unsafe school buildings. Read more:https://www.livemint.com/news/world/uk-education-minister-gillian-keegan-issues-apology-for-profanity-laden-remark-on-school-closure-11693894144442.html