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The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has officially released the results of the 2025 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for private candidates. In an announcement shared via its official X (formerly Twitter) handle on Saturday, WAEC confirmed the development, stating, “The results of the Computer-Based West African…
The Asagba of Asaba, Professor Epiphany Azinge, has called on the federal government to establish a university in Asaba, citing the city’s unique status as the only state capital in Nigeria without a federal tertiary institution. Leading a delegation from the Asagba Kingdom to Abuja, the traditional ruler met with…
In a move aimed at strengthening higher education in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has appointed Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, as the Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, Kaduna State. The appointment, announced on Monday, also…
**As part of activities marking International Mathematics Day, education stakeholders have called on students to dispel myths about mathematics and embrace its creative aspects for better learning outcomes**. In **Kaduna**, students, teachers, and parents shared insights on how to foster a positive attitude toward the subject. They emphasized that a…
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has urged international investors to capitalize on Nigeria’s thriving oil and gas sector, citing significant regulatory reforms and pro-business policies introduced under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration. Speaking at the 2025 CERAWeek by S&P Global in Houston, Texas, Udy Ntia, Executive Vice…
President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Mohammed Aminu as the new Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB). Aminu, who holds a Ph.D. in Automobile Technology and a Master’s in Procurement and Supply Chain Management, brings 28 years of experience in teaching, administration,…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially taken over Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED), upgrading it to a Federal University. This move makes TASUED one of only three specialized Universities of Education in the country, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening teacher education and human capital development. Minister of…
In a strategic move to improve education quality and expand learning opportunities, the Federal Government has inaugurated ten committees aimed at strengthening academic standards and addressing barriers to education, particularly for girls. The Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, who presided over the event in Abuja, stated that five of…
The National Examinations Council (NECO) has taken a major step toward enhancing the efficiency, credibility, and security of its examinations by acquiring a state-of-the-art Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) scanner. During the inauguration of the newly installed machine in Minna, Niger State, NECO Registrar, Professor Dantani Wushishi, emphasized that the upgrade…
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Education Secretariat has reiterated its commitment to vocational training and entrepreneurship development at the launch of the 3rd Edition of the National Sewing Championship. Speaking at the event, Permanent Secretary of the FCT Education Secretariat, Mrs. Joy Okeke, commended the “Skill Up Nigeria” vocational skills…
