Sunday, October 4, 2026

Education

September 7, 2026

Ogun releases 2026/2027 screening results for ‘flagship schools’, how to check

Parents and guardians can check the performance and admission status of candidates on https://diper.ogunstate.gov.ng by clicking on ‘Screening Result’.

Ogun State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology complex
September 7, 2026

Dozens killed in bus transporting schoolchildren in Cape Verde

The crash occurred on Saturday. The bus was transporting schoolchildren from Curral Grande and Ponta Verde on a field trip.

September 7, 2026

Enang outlines reform agenda for UCTH, pledges stronger specialist care

Ofem Enang has called for reforms in Nigeria’s healthcare system to tackle the rising burden of chronic diseases and inadequate specialist training.

Ofem Enang
September 6, 2026

NOUN mourns as gunmen shot bursar dead in Zamfara

Mr Ajayi described the deceased as a dedicated and committed staff member.

Nasiru Marafa
September 5, 2026

JAMB releases underage UTME results, clarifies admission conditions

Mr ‎Benjamin said that the release of the results did not confer eligibility for admission on underage candidates.

JAMB
September 5, 2026

Diphtheria: Gov. Mutfwang orders closure of Plateau schools from Monday

Mr Mutfwang appreciated the stakeholders for their understanding and cooperation.

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang
September 5, 2026

Expert urges GIS professionals to leverage AI for skills development  ​‌⁠​‍‍⁠⁠‌‍‌‍⁠‌⁠

Mr Afolayan stressed the need for proper understanding and adoption of AI to address local issues effectively.

September 4, 2026

Borno govt pays N622 million NECO fees for 27,599 students

Commissioner for Education, Lawan Wakilbe, said the government is committed to ensuring that no child is denied access to education because of financial constraints.

Governor of Borno state, Babagana Zulum
September 4, 2026

FG opens applications for N2.5 billion grant to 50 student innovators

The initiative, also known as the “Next Moonshot Initiative,” would provide equity-free funding to student entrepreneurs with STEM-based business ideas.

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September 4, 2026

WAEC defends integrity of 2026 WASSCE as Babcock school rues worst results in 31 years

Amos Dangut, head of the Nigeria national office of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), dismissed concerns that technical glitches affected the 2026 WASSCE results.