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  Education, research shape future of nations — Mamman By Uji A. Iliyasu Abuja  The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, speaking at the 2024 West and Central African Research and Education Network (WACREN) Conference in Abuja, emphasized the pivotal role of education in shaping the future of nations. Speaking at the opening ceremony Thursday, […]

  BESDA/UBEC: Bobboyi inspects vocational schools in Suleja, says 51 constructed in 17 states By Uji A . Iliyasu Abuja The Exective Secretary of Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, Wednesday, called for concerted efforts to address the problem of out-of-school children in the country. Bobboyi made the call during inspection visit to […]

  Stakeholders call for massive investment in research to solve Africa’s developmental challenges By Uji A. Iliyasu Abuja Stakeholders have called for massive investment in research to address the developmental needs confronting Africa. Chief Executive Officer of the West and Central African Research and Education Network (WACREN), Dr. Boubakar Barry, made the call while fielding […]

  Minister lauds BUK for positive roles in education sector By Uji A Iliyasu Abuja The Minister of Education Prof. Mamman Tahir, has commended Bayero University, Kano, (BUK) for being a beacon of  positive, progressive and rapid scientific development in the nation’s education sector.  Tahir gave the commendation while inaugurating the centre for teaching, learning, […]

FG to establish skill, innovation centres nationwide By Uji A. Iliyasu Abuja The Federal Government, through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has disclosed that it would establish over 24 skills and innovation centres across the country to assist Nigerians release their potentials towards boosting their productivity. Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, stated this […]

                                        Dr Ahmed Aliyu    Between leadership and vision By Sadiq Khasim Usman I am compelled to talk about the governor of Sokoto state, Dr Ahmed Aliyu  because it is time we sang the praises of […]

  UK quality assurance agency appoints NUC’s Maiyaki into advisory committee By Uji A. Iliyasu Abuja  The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) of the United Kingdom has appointed the Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Chris J. Maiyaki, into its International Advisory Committee (IAC). Maiyaki’s appointment, which was conveyed in a letter by […]

  JAMB commences sale of direct entry forms for home, foreign candidates  By Uji A.Iliyasu Abuja The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced the sale of Direct Entry registration forms beginning from Wednesday, February 28 to Thursday March 28, 2024. The sale of forms is also open to foreign candidates desirous of tertiary […]

Staff posting: NECO unveils e-posting software …releases 2023 SSCE By Uji A. Iliyasu Abuja The National Examinations Council (NECO) has unveiled an e-posting software to facilitate seamless posting of staff to various parts of the country during its scheduled examinations. Registrar of NECO, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, who unveiled the software shortly after releasing the November/ […]

Shortcomings in reproductive health curriculum responsible for high maternal mortality in Nigeria –Experts By Uji A  Iliyasu Abuja  Key stakeholders in the health sector have advocated for a comprehensive  review of reproductive health curriculum in Nigerian universities to include prevention and treatment.  A renowned Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Benin, Friday […]