NUC approves for Ebonyi Aeronautics, Aerospace Engineering varsity By Uji A. Iliyasu The National Universities Commission, (NUC) has given approval for the establishment of the Ebonyi State University of Aeronautics and Aerospace Engineering, Ezza, Ebonyi State. Presenting the letter of recognition to the Governor of Ebonyi State, Mr. Francis Nwifuru, at a ceremony in Abuja, […]
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UBEC ES Aisha Garba applauds Kaduna’s progress at KADA EduPACT Summit
The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr. Aisha Garba, has reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s basic education system through strategic partnerships and targeted reforms.
Ohanaeze Ndigbo inaugurates 2025 constitution review committee
Ohanaeze Ndigbo inaugurates 2025 constitution review committee By James John, Enugu The President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, Senator Azuta Mbata, has inaugurated the 2025 Constitution Review Committee (CRC) to review the existing constitution of the apex Igbo socio-cultural organisation. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday in Enugu by the National Publicity Secretary […]
TETFund warns beneficiary institutions over misuse of intervention funds
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has cautioned beneficiary institutions against the improper utilisation of intervention funds, warning that those who fail to comply with established guidelines risk being delisted.
NECO Releases 2025 BECE Results
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the results of the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
Stakeholders fix cut-off points, minimum entry age into tertiary institutions
Stakeholders in Nigeria’s education sector have agreed on new admission guidelines for the 2025/2026 academic session. At the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Policy Meeting held in Abuja and chaired by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, it was resolved that the minimum cut-off mark for universities will now be 150. Polytechnics and colleges of education set theirs at 100, while colleges of nursing and agriculture agreed on 140 and
TETFund endorses hybrid energy systems for tertiary institutions
Amidst soaring energy costs and unreliable power supply, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has endorsed a comprehensive shift towards hybrid energy systems in Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. This follows the submission of a report by the Steering Committee on Alternative Energy Solutions, which recommends the adoption of hybrid solar photovoltaic (PV), battery storage, grid integration, and gas-fed backup power systems as the most cost-effective and sustainable solution.
Gov. Lawal visits UBEC h/qtrs, reaffirms commitment to strengthening basic education
The Executive Governor of Zamfara State, Dr Dauda Lawal, on paid a courtesy visit to the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) headquarters in Abuja Thursday. The visit formed part of a familiarisation effort aimed at strengthening collaboration and reinforcing shared goals in the development of basic education.
A handshake with Tijani Aliyu Ahmed on his daughter’s wedding
This past Saturday was a day that will be remembered not only for the grandeur of a beautiful union between two families, but also for the affirmation of the immense goodwill and respect commanded by one of Nigeria’s most devoted public servants—Tijani Aliyu Ahmed, the Federal Commissioner, National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons in the Humanitarian Ministry
FG inaugurates committee to commercialise research outputs from tertiary institutions
The Federal Government has inaugurated a high-level Ministerial Committee tasked with spearheading the commercialisation of research outputs from Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Known as the Research and Innovation Commercialisation Committee (RICC), the body was formally inaugurated in Abuja on Tuesday by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr Mauruf Olatunji Alausa.