Here are the headlines as they were published in the dailies today.
Crystal Edu News
Royal Destiny Int’l School Kubwa Receives Approval for WAEC and Anticipates NECO Examinations
In a significant milestone, Royal Destiny International School has finally secured approval from the West African Examination Council (WAEC) to conduct examinations. The school is gearing up to host its first Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination in May/June 2024, after facing prolonged challenges in obtaining the necessary approvals.
The Proprietress, Dr. Mrs. Nwagu Evelyn Eziamaka, expressed her joy and relief at the long-awaited development. “We are happy to say that parents can now relax, and entries are now welcomed for this year’s WAEC and NECO registration,” she announced with enthusiasm. Read more: https://crystaledunews.com.ng/royal-destiny-intl-school-kubwa-receives-approval-for-waec-and-anticipates-neco-examinations/17/
Commitment, Good Grade Best Appreciation to Parents- The Vine Proprietress
In a heartfelt address to students, Mrs. Temitayo Folakolade, the esteemed Proprietress of The Vine International Academy, emphasized the profound connection between success and gratitude towards parents.
Speaking passionately during resumption chat with Crystal Education Media for the new year 2024, Mrs. Folakolade said “The only thank you that truly matters is to do well for your parents,” She stressed the importance of academic excellence as a genuine expression of gratitude towards the sacrifices parents make to ensure their children receive quality education. Read more: https://crystaledunews.com.ng/commitment-good-grade-best-appreciation-to-parents-the-vine-proprietress/17/
The Punch
‘Include more training in NYSC scheme’
Foreign exchange experts have urged the Federal Government to include forex trading, risk and financial management into the curriculum of the Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Department of the National Youth Service Corps.
The convener of the Forex Millionaire Expo, Benson Jeffrey, made the call during a press conference recently in Lagos. Read more: https://punchng.com/include-more-training-in-nysc-scheme/
Two Kwara communities bicker over location of new varsity
Two Kwara communities located in the different Senatorial zones have intensified their lobby with the Kwara State government for the siting of the proposed Kwara State University of Education in their respective domains.
Arewa PUNCH recalls that the Kwara State Governor, Mallam AbdulRaman AbdulRazaq had on November 17 last year inaugurated an 11-member committee led by Professor Shuaib Abdulraheem, the former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin to study, plan and implement the proposed University of Education to be established in the state. Read more: https://punchng.com/two-kwara-communities-bicker-over-location-of-new-varsity/
The Cable
UNILAG addresses claim of attack on bus conveying convocation gowns
A report, however, surfaced claiming the university campus was attacked by hoodlums on Monday.
The report said some graduands who paid for gowns received a notice from the school management that the collection of the gowns had been suspended due to vandalism by unknown hoodlums.
“We regret to inform you that the distribution of SPGS academic gowns is now suspended. Sadly, the remaining gowns were stolen and our bus vandalised this afternoon,” the university’s email was quoted as reading.
But in a statement responding to the matter, Adejoke Alaga-Ibraheem, the university’s PRO, denied that the institution was attacked by hoodlums. Read more: https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/unilag-addresses-claim-of-attack-on-bus-conveying-convocation-gowns/
People’s Gazette
Ekiti varsity teaching hospital doctors, health workers suspend strike
The Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti, medical doctors and health workers, on Tuesday, suspended the strike embarked upon on Monday, January 15.
The action was to protest the reported assault on some medical and health personnel of the facility on duty. Read more: https://gazettengr.com/ekiti-varsity-teaching-hospital-doctors-health-workers-suspend-strike/
ThisDay
UNILORIN Freshers Told to be More Focused in Academics
A member of the University of Ilorin governing council, Prof. AbdulRasheed Adeoye, has advised the newly admitted students of the institution to be more focused on their studies to achieve good grades at the end of their academic careers.
Adeoye gave the advice while speaking at the orientation programme organised for the new students of Osun State origin in the institution, under the aegis of Osun State Students (NAOSS), UNILORIN Chapter. Read more: https://www.thisdaylive.com/index.php/2024/01/17/unilorin-freshers-told-to-be-more-focused-in-academics
BNN Breaking
Forex Trading Education Could Empower Young Nigerians, Advocates Benson Jeffrey
In a recent press conference, Benson Jeffrey, the convener of the Forex Millionaire Expo, called for an overhaul of Nigeria’s National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) curriculum.
Jeffrey’s vision includes the introduction of forex trading, risk, and financial management as part of the NYSC’s Skills Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Department. His proposal is aimed at offering a viable path to financial independence for young school leavers and graduates in Nigeria. Read more: https://bnnbreaking.com/finance-nav/forex-trading-education-could-empower-young-nigerians-advocates-benson-jeffrey/
Nigerian Initiatives Championing Youth Empowerment Through Education
n the heartland of Nigeria, an innovative initiative, the Successor Generation Community (SGC), is striving to change the narrative for young Nigerians.
Founded by Johnson Abbaly, a former employment consultant turned education mentor, SGC aims to harness the potential of the country’s youth as a means to combat poverty. Read more: https://bnnbreaking.com/breaking-news/education/nigerian-initiatives-championing-youth-empowerment-through-education/
Didi Esther Walson-Jack Assumes Duty as Permanent Secretary of Nigeria’s Education Ministry
In a momentous event at the Federal Ministry of Education’s headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack has officially assumed her role as the new Permanent Secretary.
This significant transition was marked by a ceremony where she was received by Alhaji Zubairu Abdullahi, the director overseeing the office of the permanent secretary, along with other notable directors. Read more: https://bnnbreaking.com/world/nigeria/didi-esther-walson-jack-assumes-duty-as-permanent-secretary-of-nigerias-education-ministry/
Nigeria Police Service Commission Screens Over 136,000 Applicants Amid Literacy Concerns
The Police Service Commission (PSC) in Nigeria, spearheading a monumental recruitment exercise, has screened 136,177 applicants for constable positions within the Nigeria Police Force since January 8.
This announcement was made by the commission’s spokesperson, Ikechukwu Ani, who also revealed that the details of 108,768 screened candidates have been successfully uploaded. The remaining candidates are yet to be uploaded due to prevailing network issues.
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Daily Trust
Read more: https://bnnbreaking.com/world/nigeria/nigeria-police-service-commission-screens-over-136000-applicants-amid-literacy-concerns/, https://dailytrust.com/police-recruitment-136177-candidates-screened-psc/
De Lorenzo SpA Donates 1,000 E-Learning Solutions to Boost Digital Skills in Nigeria
Italian tech firm, De Lorenzo SpA, renowned for its prowess in technical and vocational training equipment, has made a substantial donation of 1,000 E-Learning Solutions to Nigeria’s National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA).
This significant contribution aims to bolster the technical and vocational prowess of Nigerian youth, aligning seamlessly with the government’s initiative to foster job creation and stimulate economic growth. Read more: https://bnnbreaking.com/world/nigeria/de-lorenzo-spa-donates-1000-e-learning-solutions-to-boost-digital-skills-in-nigeria/
President Tinubu Condemns Surge in Kidnappings, Emphasizes Education and Security
In a recent meeting with a delegation from the Jam’iyyatu Ansaridden Attijaniyya, an esteemed Islamic organization, President Bola Tinubu publicly denounced the alarming surge in kidnappings and bandit attacks plaguing Nigeria.
Characterizing the situation as morally reprehensible, he pledged the government’s commitment to addressing these security challenges head-on, promising to implement the necessary resources, policies, and strategies to combat the threats.
Tinubu’s remarks reflect a strong condemnation of the criminal activities disrupting the nation and a firm stance on the need for immediate and comprehensive action. Read more: https://bnnbreaking.com/politics/president-tinubu-condemns-surge-in-kidnappings-emphasizes-education-and-security/
Nigeria Boosts Research and Innovation with N5.1bn TETFund Grant
The Nigerian Federal Government has announced the approval of N5,128,180,623 for funding 185 research projects, marking a significant milestone in the country’s pursuit of academic and scientific excellence.
This funding is part of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) National Research Fund 2023 Grant Cycle, an initiative dedicated to fostering research and innovation in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
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The Nation, The Punch and Leadership
Read more: https://bnnbreaking.com/world/nigeria/nigeria-boosts-research-and-innovation-with-n5-1bn-tetfund-grant/, https://thenationonlineng.net/fg-approves-disbursement-of-n5-1bn-for-tetfund-research/#google_vignette, https://punchng.com/fg-approves-n5-1bn-for-tetfund-research-grants/, https://leadership.ng/federal-govt-approves-n5-1bn-for-tetfund-research-grants/
The Nation
Four students, three others die in Osun road crash
Four students and three other passengers yesterday lost their lives after a commercial bus rammed into a motorcycle and a tricycle in Osun State.
The accident, according to the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC), occurred around 9:10am, around WORDIF area, close to Lameco junction on Ring Road Bypass. Read more: https://thenationonlineng.net/four-students-three-others-die-in-osun-road-crash/
LASU student wins beauty pageant
Twenty-year-old Mass Communication student of Lagos State University, Precious Oberuwo, has won the Most Beautiful Girl pageant in Badagry, Lagos State.
The event, in December, showcased the beauty, grace, and intelligence of young women from Ojo down to the Badagry. Read more: https://thenationonlineng.net/lasu-student-wins-beauty-pageant/
The Guardian
To check absconding teachers and salvage education sector
The threat lately issued by the Federal Government against university lecturers who abscond abroad after enjoying official scholarship for various training is yet another manifestation of the huge problems besetting the education sector, and the seeming frustration of the government on how to handle the problems.
While the government can be blamed for having failed over the years to give education a befitting attention, a factor that has spurred the syndrome to escape abroad; there is no justification for educated Nigerians who have entered into a binding agreement with government to jettison that agreement and stay put abroad. Read more: https://guardian.ng/opinion/to-check-absconding-teachers-and-salvage-education-sector/
Unbundling of computer science teaching will boost IT, says NITDA
The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has commended the recent decision by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to unbundle the Higher National Diploma (HND) in computer science programme into four distinct specialisations: artificial intelligence, network/cloud computing, software/web development and cybersecurity and data protection.
NITDA said this move is not just a game-changer in Nigeria’s IT sector but represents a seismic shift in equipping Nigerian graduates with in-demand skills crucial for navigating the digital revolution. This development positions polytechnics at the centre of nurturing young Nigerians capable of tackling specific challenges and capitalising on the vast opportunities presented by emerging technologies. Read more: https://guardian.ng/technology/unbundling-of-computer-science-teaching-will-boost-it-says-nitda/
FG partners firm on skills acquisition
The Federal Government has partnered with Yikodeen, a footwear manufacturing company in Lagos, for a shoemaking and leather crafting training programme.
The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Technical, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Education (TVEE), Abiola Arogundade, yesterday, kicked off the training of 100 Lagosians in shoemaking and leather crafting at the factory in Ejigbo, Lagos. Read more: https://guardian.ng/news/fg-partners-firm-on-skills-acquisition/n the heartland of Nigeria, an innovative initiative, the Successor Generation Community (SGC), is striving to change the narrative for young Nigerians. Founded by Johnson Abbaly, a former employment consultant turned education mentor, SGC aims to harness the potential of the country’s youth as a means to combat poverty.
Independent
Obaseki, China Govt, Yongxing Steel Seal Deal To Boost Vocational, Technical Education
The Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, on Tuesday, sealed a tripartite deal between the State Government, the Chinese Government and Yongxing Steel Company based in Edo State to boost vocational and technical education in Edo State.
Obaseki before signing the deal at the Government House, Benin City, had a virtual meeting with the state and partner’s representative, including the Edo State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Joan Oviawe; Rector of Edo State Polytechnic, Usen, Engr. Sylvester Omoruyi; the Chinese Consular General in Lagos, Ms Yan Yu Qing and the Management of Fuzhou Polytechnic in China, led by Prof. Chen Niandong. Read more: https://independent.ng/obaseki-china-govt-yongxing-steel-seal-deal-to-boost-vocational-technical-education/
Business Day
Jamoh tasks UNILAG on research to reposition Nigeria’s Blue Economy
Bashir Jamoh, director general of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), has urged the management of the University of Lagos to develop the Institute of Maritime Studies in the University to become an epicentre of research.
According to him, the school can implement a five-year action plan to enable the institute to turn out an outcome that would reposition the Blue Economy as the leading contributory sector to the nation’s economy. Read more: https://businessday.ng/maritime/article/jamoh-tasks-unilag-on-research-to-reposition-nigerias-blue-economy/
Yahaya Bello expresses fulfillment as Kogi varsity, matriculates first set of students
Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State has advised Nigerians to seize the opportunity presented by the new Students Loan Scheme introduced by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The governor shared this advice during the official opening and first-ever matriculation ceremony at Kogi State University in Kabba on Tuesday. Read more: https://businessday.ng/news/article/yahaya-bello-expresses-fulfillment-as-kogi-varsity-matriculates-first-set-of-students/
Nigerian student, Adebola Aderibigbe, receives Martin Luther King Jr. award in US
Adebola Aderibigbe, a 20-year-old Nigerian student, received the Horizon Award at the 15th Realising the Dream Legacy Awards Banquet on January 12, in the United States.
Aderibigbe received the award alongside former Birmingham Mayor Richard Arrington Jr. and attorney Doug Jones. Read more: https://businessday.ng/life-arts/article/nigerian-student-adebola-aderibigbe-receives-martin-luther-king-jr-award-in-us/
News Diary
Fidelity Bank to promote young writers nationwide with its Read2Lead Initiative
As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives designed to empower Nigerian youths with quality education, leading financial institution, Fidelity Bank Plc, has launched a creative writing competition for secondary school students dubbed Read2Lead.
Themed Read2lead, the three-stage competition would see secondary school students hone their reading and writing skill while competing for millions of naira in cash rewards, a book publishing deal, and the chance to have their school library renovated by the bank. Read more: https://newsdiaryonline.com/fidelity-bank-to-promote-young-writers-nationwide-with-its-read2lead-initiative/
Gov Adeleke should open a dance school – MURIC
An Islamic human rights organization, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has advised Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to open a dance school. The group said such an institution will be the governor’s legacy in the state.
An Islamic human rights organization, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has advised Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State to open a dance school. The group said such an institution will be the governor’s legacy in the state. Read more: https://newsdiaryonline.com/gov-adeleke-should-open-a-dance-school-muric/
Youths should be developed to drive nation’s economy – Radda
Gov. Dikko Radda of Katsina State has said youths across Nigeria should be developed through various forms of employment to drive the country’s economy to prosperity.
The governor stated this when he paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Youth Development, Dr Jamila Bio-Ibrahim in her office in Abuja on Tuesday.
Malam Ibrahim Kaula, the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the governor, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Katsina. Read more: https://newsdiaryonline.com/youths-should-be-developed-to-drive-nations-economy-radda/
Utilise FG’s students loan scheme, Bello urges Nigerian youths
Gov. Yahaya Bello of Kogi has adviced Nigerian youths to take advantage of the newly introduced Students Loan Scheme initiated by the Federal Government to acquire university education.
Bello said this at the official opening and matriculation of the first set of students of Kogi State University (KSU), Kabba.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that President Bola Tinubu had recently introduced Students’ Loan Scheme to assist less privileged students to acquire tertiary education. Read more: https://newsdiaryonline.com/utilise-fgs-students-loan-scheme-bello-urges-nigerian-youths/
Daily Trust
ATBU’s Directive On Drug Test For Students
The management of Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) Bauchi recently issued a circular to its students returning for this year’s academic session directing them to undergo a toxicology test (also known as drug test), which is carried out to check for drugs or other chemicals in people’s blood, urine or saliva.
According to a report by a newspaper, the ATBU management’s stance followed the violent protest by students of the school over the murder of a 500-level Geology student, Joseph Agabaidu, by assailants. According to the police, he was stabbed to death on December 2, 2023, while trying to retrieve his girlfriend’s bag from the hoodlums who had earlier snatched it from her. Read more: https://dailytrust.com/atbus-directive-on-drug-test-for-students/
Tribune
FCT Minister, Mahmoud tasks education stakeholders on talent devt
The Minister of State for the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Dr Mariya Mahmoud, has asserted that the nation’s educational system must evolve to identify and nurture diverse talents, whether they lie in academic excellence, leadership, the arts, or innovation.
The minister made this assertion as a special guest of honour at the Big Break Moment Africa, Season 2, tagged “Rep Your Campus,” held at the International Conference Centre, Abuja. Read more: https://tribuneonlineng.com/fct-minister-mahmoud-tasks-education-stakeholders-on-talent-devt/
Politics Nigeria
Kano budgets N8 billion for construction of 3 “mega” primary schools
The Kano State Government has budgeted the sum of N8 billion for the construction of three “mega” primary schools across the state.
According to Governor Abba Yusuf, the schools would have full educational facilities, that would give enough conducive atmosphere for children from less privileged homes.
The governor said the mega schools would be sited in each of the senatorial districts with modern learning materials for qualitative education at the the grassroots level.
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News Diary, Nairametrics, Daily Trust, People’s Gazette, Daily Post, Daily Nigerian and BNN Breaking
Read more: https://politicsnigeria.com/kano-budgets-n8-billion-for-construction-of-3-mega-primary-schools/, https://newsdiaryonline.com/kano-state-govt-to-spend-n8bn-on-3-mega-primary-schools/, https://nairametrics.com/2024/01/17/kano-govt-to-build-3-mega-primary-schools-with-n8-billion/, https://dailytrust.com/kano-govt-to-spend-n8bn-on-3-mega-primary-schools/, https://gazettengr.com/kano-earmarks-n8-billion-for-renovation-of-three-mega-primary-schools/, https://dailypost.ng/2024/01/17/kano-govt-to-spend-n8bn-on-three-mega-primary-schools/, https://dailynigerian.com/kano-govt-spend-construction/, https://bnnbreaking.com/world/nigeria/kano-state-government-invests-heavily-in-education-focus-on-primary-school-construction-renovations-and-stem-education/
Legit.ng
UTME 2024: Education Expert Shares Tips as JAMB Commences Registration
Admission seekers into Nigerian tertiary institutions will soon sit for the JAMB examination
It was reported that JAMB conducts an annual Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
As the registration for the exam commenced on Monday, January 15, 2024, an education expert, Adesegun Ogungbayi, shared preparation tips. Read more: https://www.legit.ng/education/1571463-education-expert-shares-tips-jamb-registrations-start-date/