Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Education

June 10, 2026

Terrorists plotting mass abduction of schoolchildren in Edo, SSS memo reveals 

The State Security Service has revealed a plot by suspected terrorists to carry out a mass abduction of schoolchildren, particularly in the Edo North senatorial district.

SSS
June 10, 2026

40 laptops, air conditioners stolen in one day in Michael Okpara varsity: VC

The university’s vice-chancellor, Ursula Akanwa, disclosed this while briefing journalists about her achievements during the first 100 days in office.

Ursula Akanwa
June 9, 2026

British Council grants boosting teaching, learning outcomes in Nigeria, says McGowan

Eyitayo Akanji, said the projects underscore the importance of supporting both students and teachers to achieve sustainable improvements in education.

British Council
June 9, 2026

Terrorists, bandits threatening Nigeria’s education system, says NUT president

NUT expressed concern over rising insecurity across the country, warning that continued attacks on schools threaten the future of education.

Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT)
June 9, 2026

School security key to sustaining, safeguarding human capital growth: Expert

The expert called for stronger measures to protect schools, warning that insecurity threatened not just education but also the country’s economic growth and social stability.

Mass kidnapping of schoolchildren
June 9, 2026

Kano, EU, UNICEF launch 10-year education plan to tackle learning crisis

The Kano government, in collaboration with the European Union and the United Nations Children’s Fund, has begun developing a 10-year strategic education plan.

Kano school children
June 9, 2026

Canadian envoy advises journalists on ethical reporting for child protection

Canada’s envoy urged journalists in the country to ensure accurate, ethical and responsible reporting to protect the Nigerian child against online and physical violence.

June 9, 2026

Katsina student shines in U.S., Gov Radda cheers

The governor added that Miss Sa’adu’s success validated his administration’s continued investment in the education sector.

Governor Dikko Radda
June 9, 2026

ASUU-FG Deal: Northwest University demands immediate payment of staff allowances from Kano govt

“Prompt implementation of the allowances will help strengthen industrial harmony and enhance the overall development of the state’s higher education sector,” the union said.

June 9, 2026

Kebbi governor orders investigation into alleged fraud in teachers’ salary payment

“I have a personal interest in this committee. I know how much the teachers were earning before, and I also know how much I approved as their new minimum wage,” the governor said.

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris