Tuesday, August 4, 2026

Education

June 27, 2025

Lagos govt releases 2025 BECE timetable

The Lagos State government, through the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, has concluded arrangements to host the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examinations (BECE) in July

BECE candidates
June 27, 2025

Reps summon education minister over alleged sack of vice-chancellors

Ms Maikudi and Mr Kaita told the committee that, to date, they had not received any letter regarding their disengagement.

Tunji Alausa
June 26, 2025

Ekiti govt disburses N1.2 billion as running grants to schools

He reiterated the present administration’s commitment to providing free, qualitative, and compulsory education for school-age children in the state.

Pupils in class
June 26, 2025

Kebbi approves N422 million for 2024/2025 academic registration fees of 6,127 indigenes

Mr Abubakar-Tunga commended the governor for his support for the educational sector in the state.

Governor Nasir Idris
June 25, 2025

Malala Fund pledges $50 million for girls’ education

The Malala Fund has pledged $50 million globally to tackle barriers hindering girls’ access to education.

Malala Fund
June 24, 2025

Gov. Sule approves 15,716 desks for Nasarawa public primary schools

The SUBEB boss noted that the contractor is expected to supply the items in the next month for onward distribution to the benefiting schools.

Desks used in schools
June 24, 2025

Oyo assembly urges integration of mental health education in school curricula

The House decried the alarming statistics and emotional struggles of students faced by depression, anxiety, bullying, and substance use.

Oyo State Assembly
June 24, 2025

Katsina partners UBEC to enhance teachers’ quality, support system

Mr Olumayowa added that the exercise aimed to enhance the quality and support systems of teachers in Oyo, Adamawa, and Katsina.

Katsina State Universal Basic Education
June 24, 2025

Candidate alleges foul play in UNICAL VC selection process

Joseph Duke, a candidate for the vice-chancellorship of the University of Calabar, has faulted the ongoing selection process for the position.

UNICAL