Education Archives — Page 2 of 15

May

02

2024

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Borno State Government Under Prof Zulum Pays Teachers N7,500 As Salary

Education

The Borno State Government under Prof Babagana Zulum, pays primary school teachers in the southern part of the state a paltry N7500 and headmasters N10,000 as monthly salary. Southern Borno comprises eight Local Governments Areas which are; Askira-Uba, Biu, Chibok, Damboa, Gwoza, Hawul, Kwaya-Kusar and Shani. Minority ribes, other than Kanuri speaking also live in the south of the state. Some primary school teachers in Chibok, Askira-Uba, Gwoza and Kwaya-Kusar told SaharaReporters how they were forced to survive on a paltry sum of N7500 to N15000 as monthly pay cheque. "I'm earning N10,000 as a headmaster of over…

Apr

29

2024

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JAMB Releases 2024 UTME Results

Education

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has announced the release of the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, results. Over 1.94 million candidates registered and sat the examination in 118 towns and over 700 centres across the country. The Registrar of JAMB, Prof Ishaq Oloyede, announced the release of the results at a press conference held at the board’s headquarters, Bwari, in Abuja on Monday. Details later

Apr

23

2024

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Lead British International School Student Bullied, Slapped Several Times Over Boyfriend

Education

Maryam Hassan, a student at Lead British International School in Abuja, has raised the public’s eyebrows after videos capturing her bullying Namtira Bwala, another female student, circulated widely on X (formerly Twitter). In the first two disturbing videos posted on Monday, which have since gone viral, Hassan can be seen repeatedly slapping Bwala while berating her over a romantic relationship issue. The footage captures Hassan delivering 15 slaps to Bwala while instructing her not to defend herself. In the background, a male student accuses Bwala of interfering in Hassan’s relationship by snatching her boyfriend. “What is the boy’s name?” Hassan…

Apr

05

2024

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I’ve Found Cure For HIV/AIDS — UniAbuja Researcher, Dr. Ben Amodu Claims

Education

Nigerian researcher in phytho-medicine and Director of the Institute of Natural Medicine, University of Abuja, Dr Ben Amodu, has said he has invented a cure for HIV/AIDS . He called on the Federal Government to carry out a clinical trial of the drug he invented for the treatment of the disease. Addressing a press conference at the secretariat of the Nigerian Union of Journalists in Abuja, Amodu said focus should be redirected to the use of alternative medicine in curing diseases that have defied orthodox practice. He said: “Our claims were subjected to a number of parameters. Before now, we…

Mar

21

2024

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FULL LIST: Kebbi, Sokoto, Yobe lead out-of-school children across states in Nigeria (Ages 6–15)

Education

In Nigeria, the issue of out-of-school children is a major concern, leaving countless young minds without access to education. Recent data from The Cable Index sheds light on the severity of this crisis, revealing the top three states grappling with the highest percentages of out-of-school children. Kebbi, Sokoto, and Yobe stand out with alarming figures, where 67.6%, 66.4%, and 62.9% of children aged 6–15 are out of school, respectively. These numbers paint a grim picture of the educational landscape, showing deep-seated challenges hindering children’s right to learn and succeed. In Kebbi State, nearly seven out of ten children miss out…

Mar

13

2024

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FOSAD condemns the gruesome murder of Abia State University final year student by cultists

Education

The Forum of South-East Academic Doctors (FOSAD) condemns the horrifying act of violence that resulted in the tragic death of a final year student identified as Emma Kesh at Abia State University on March 11, 2024. The student, whose future held great promise, was ruthlessly murdered by cultists, shocking the entire academic community and beyond. As an organization dedicated to the advancement of education and the well-being of the South East geopolitical zone, FOSAD expresses profound sorrow and outrage over this senseless loss of life. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of the victim during…

Dec

04

2023

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Gridlock UNICAL students protest fee hike

Education, News

Students of the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Cross River State, have taken to the streets to protest the recent hike in school fees for the new session. The students, who assembled at the entrance gate of the university chanted protest songs in video clips shared on social media and obtained by The Whisperer. They also carried placards with several inscriptions like; “Let the Poor Breathe”, “Degree, not Debt” and “Fees Must Fall”. Open link below to watch video of the protest: https://youtube.com/shorts/mTBMnZQEevQ?si=hUk8tiZs6iAGN-A8 The school had in a new fee schedule, released last week, increased fees payable by students by…

Oct

14

2023

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Compulsory Free Education Bill Sponsored By Senator Orji Kalu Passes First Reading

Education

The Senate has passed for first reading a bill that recommends a fine of N50,000 to parents who default in providing their children with primary and secondary school education. The Red Chamber also recommended free meals for every child in the country. The bill proposed by Senator Orji Kalu titled, ‘Compulsory free Universal Basic Education Act 2004, Section 2’ states that every government in Nigeria shall provide free, compulsory and universal basic education for every child of primary and junior secondary school age.” The act further states that “Every parent shall ensure that his child or ward attends and completes…

Sep

10

2023

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Abia North: Ndi Okpo Ihechiowa, Okagwe Ohafia Get New Blocks Of Classrooms Facilitated By Sen. Orji Kalu

Education

The lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has facilitated the building of blocks of classrooms at Ndi Okpo Ihechiowa Primary in Arochukwu Local Government Area. Kalu, who is the Chairman of Senate Committee on Privatisation also facilitated the building of a block of three classrooms and renovation of examination hall at Okagwe Ohafia Primary School in Ohafia Local Government Area. More than fifty public primary schools across the five local government areas of Abia North Senatorial District, have benefited from Kalu’s educational support initiative. The gesture is in line with the Abia…

Aug

30

2023

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After Classroom Project, Senator Orji Kalu Donates Desks To Lokpanta Primary School

Education, Metro

After facilitating the construction of a multi-million naira block of classrooms, the lawmaker representing Abia North Senatorial District, Senator Orji Uzor Kalu, has donated classroom desks to Lokpanta Primary School, Umunneochi Local Government Area. Kalu, who is the Chairman of the Senate Committee on Privatisation, said the project is part of his dedication to improving the lives of children and youths through education. Delivering the desks on behalf of the former Abia State Governor, Hon. Inogu Okoye, reaffirmed the commitment of Senator Orji Kalu towards enhancing a conducive learning environment and educational advancement for the people of the Senatorial District.…