WAEC releases 2026 WASSCE timetable
The West African Examinations Council has released the timetable for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination for school candidates. The timetable was shared on WAEC’s official X page, giving students access to the full schedule ahead of the exams. According to the schedule, the examination will begin on April 21, 2026, and will […]
NANS crisis: Student leaders reject alleged manipulation of Lagos JCC election
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) is currently facing internal tension in its Lagos axis after some student leaders rejected the outcome of a recent election. The dispute followed the selection of new executives for the Joint Campus Council (JCC), raising concerns about fairness in the process. Six out of the ten senators who […]
Gov Otti directs employment of all first class graduates of Abia State University
Alex Otti has directed the employment of all first class graduates from Abia State University. The move is aimed at rewarding academic excellence and encouraging students to perform better. According to the governor, the policy will help retain talented individuals within the state. He also noted that empowering bright graduates will contribute to development and […]
Gunman invade school in US, open fire on students
A gunman reportedly invaded a school in the United States and opened fire, causing panic among students and staff. The incident forced many students to run for safety while teachers tried to secure classrooms. Authorities were quickly alerted to the situation. Emergency responders and law enforcement officers rushed to the scene shortly after the shooting […]
Student union condemns alleged assault at Taraba varsity, demands investigation
The National Union of Taraba State Students (NUTSS) has condemned the alleged assault of a student by a security officer at Taraba State University. The union described the incident as unacceptable and called for strict adherence to the university’s rules and disciplinary procedures. Signed by NUTSS Vice President Yusuf Yahaya Inuwa, the statement emphasized that […]
Anambra NDLEA boss laments high in-take of hard drugs by youths
The Anambra State Command of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has expressed serious concern over the increasing use of hard drugs among young people in the state. The NDLEA boss described the trend as disturbing and warned that it poses a major threat to the future of the youths and society at large. […]
I will return to school at 40 – Peller
Popular Nigerian TikTok star, Peller, has said he is not planning to further his education anytime soon, explaining that his focus remains on content creation and streaming. The 20-year-old influencer said school can wait, as he is currently committed to building his career online. Speaking during a recent livestream, Peller said he cannot afford to […]
Osun govt, lawmaker clash over alleged halted teachers recruitment
A fresh dispute has broken out between the Osun State Government and a federal lawmaker, Oluwole Oke, over claims that a plan to recruit part-time teachers for public schools was stopped. Oke, who represents Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, alleged that a proposal to engage about 700 teachers was halted by the […]
FG, ASUU sign MoU on salary increase, improved allowances
The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement a 40 percent salary increase and enhanced allowances for university lecturers. The agreement was unveiled during a formal ceremony attended by top education officials. The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, explained that the 40 […]
Niger govt approves reopening of schools amid insecurity
The Nigerian government has approved the reopening of schools nationwide, despite ongoing security challenges in various parts of the country. Authorities emphasized that education must continue, while ensuring that measures are in place to protect students and staff. Officials noted that the decision considers both the importance of learning and the need to maintain safety. […]