Part-time HND graduates not eligible for NYSC – Education Minister
The Nigerian Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has announced that only full-time Higher National Diploma (HND) graduates can take part in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). This decision was reached after a discussion with the Director-General of the NYSC. According to a statement by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press & Public Relations […]
I am tired if doing homework with my children everyday – Frustrated parent tells teachers
A Nigerian father has spoken out against the overwhelming amount of homework given to children, saying it places a burden on parents. In a video shared on social media, he expressed his frustration, questioning why teachers assign tasks that require parents to assist their kids daily. According to him, he enrolled his children in school […]
Presidential aide, Temitope Ajayi calls for capital punishment for corps member who criticized President Tinubu
A senior presidential aide, Temitope Ajayi, has called for the death penalty for a corps member, Ushie Rita Uguamaye, also known as Raye, after she criticized President Bola Tinubu’s administration in a viral video. Raye had posted a video online expressing frustration over the high cost of living in Nigeria. She blamed the Tinubu-led government […]
Sowore accompanies Lagos corper to NYSC office over viral video controversy
Human rights activist and 2023 presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore, visited the NYSC Local Government Inspector’s office today. He accompanied a serving corps member, Ushie Rita Uguamaye, also known as Raye, along with a team of lawyers. This follows a viral video in which Raye criticized the high cost of living under President Bola Tinubu’s government. […]
Moment Federal Polytechnic Nekede lecturer assaults student for not following instruction
A video has surfaced online showing a lecturer at Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Imo State, assaulting a male student in front of his classmates. In the footage, students are seen standing around when one of them changes his position. The lecturer immediately reacts by slapping the student and kicking him, causing him to fall hard onto […]
Two teachers fight in school’s staff room in Delta State (video)
A shocking incident occurred at Ibru College, Agbarha-Otor, Delta State, where two teachers were caught on video fighting inside the staff room. The video, shared online, shows the teachers engaged in a physical altercation while other staff members tried to stop them. Some teachers screamed and made phone calls, possibly seeking help. Meanwhile, students and […]
Embrace teaching as profession, not second option – Educationists
Education experts in Kano State are calling for a change in how people view teaching. They believe teaching should be a respected profession, not just a backup option when other jobs are unavailable. These concerns were discussed at a recent roundtable event organized by the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD). Speakers emphasized that […]
Student dies after taking part in off-campus fraternity rituals
A tragic incident occurred at Southern University as a 20-year-old student, Caleb Wilson, passed away after reportedly taking part in an off-campus fraternity ritual. Wilson, a junior studying mechanical engineering, was allegedly involved in an initiation event for Omega Psi Phi when he suddenly collapsed. Witnesses told police that participants had been standing in a […]
Court declares 16 years minimum admission age into varsities unconstitutional
A Delta State High Court in Warri has ruled that the minimum admission age of 16 years set by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for Nigerian universities is unconstitutional. The case was brought by John Aikpokpo-Martins, a former chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Warri Branch. He argued that setting a specific […]
Bauchi Government Closes School For Five Weeks For Ramadan
The Bauchi State government has announced that all schools in the state will be closed for five weeks to allow students to observe the Ramadan fast. According to the Ministry of Education, the break will last from March 1 to April 5, 2025. This decision was already included in the 2024-2025 academic calendar before now. […]