Category Education

Poor sanitation affects academic performance — UNICEF

The United Nations Children’s Fund has stated that poor sanitation and open defecation can negatively impact students’ academic performance and lead to absenteeism. Speaking on Thursday at a two-day media dialogue on “Ending Open Defecation in Nigeria and the Elimination…

‘KwaraLEARN’ll enhance 2024-2025 academic year’

Public primary schools in Kwara State will resume for the 2024-2025 academic session on  September 17, 2024. A statement by the government said the KwaraLEARN programme had been fully prepared to enhance the learning experience for students. It read, “In…

Abuja school seeks funding

The proprietor of the Betharbel Free Elementary School for Internally Displaced Persons in Durumi, Abuja, Monisola Aiyekueshin said funding has been a major challenge. A statement by the school said her strong belief in the power of education inspired her…

FG to drive education infrastructure with technology

Vice President Kashim Shettima has stated that the Federal Government will integrate technology into the education infrastructure, to enhance learning outcomes in the country. He said this on Wednesday during a meeting with the World Bank Nigeria team at the…

Kano announces new school resumption date

The Kano State Government has approved Sunday, September 15, 2024, as the new resumption date for all boarding public/private primary and post-primary schools in the state for the commencement of the 2024/2025 academic session. Pupils and students in day schools…

Anambra threatens closure of 2,000 unaccredited schools

As primary and secondary schools set to resume for first term academic activities across Anambra State on September 17, the state government has vowed to sanction no fewer than 2,000 unaccredited schools operating in the state. The state Commissioner for…

Varsity students emerge winner in innovative competition

A student from the University of Ibadan, Abah Boniface, has emerged as the winner of the Future Brand Idol competition, showcasing innovative marketing talent from Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Boniface presented the most creative marketing idea and received a cash prize…