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Nov

2024

Teachers Reportedly Beat, Strip Corp Member For ‘Not Greeting Properly’

Teachers Reportedly Beat, Strip Corp Member For ‘Not Greeting Properly’ A member of Nigerian Youth Service Corps was allegedly beaten, stripped by a teachers for not greeting them properly. The shocking incident reportedly happened at Government Day Junior Secondary School, Kulende, Ilorin, Kwara State. According to Nigeria Stories, a corps member who visited the school to collect her clearance letter was allegedly assaulted by a teacher for “not greeting properly.” Eyewitnesses claim the teacher attacked her, tearing her NYSC white t-shirt, and was allegedly joined by another teacher who slapped her. This incident has sparked outrage, with many calling for…

Nov

2024

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Dr. Odo Ijere Commends Hon. Ibe Okwara Osonwa For His Smart School Initiative

Abia State, Abia North, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Ohafia LGA

Honorable Ibe Okwara Osonwa's Smart School Initiative is Truly a Gamechanger. It didn't come entirely as a surprise that the launching of the Ofali Agwu smart School project initiated by Honorable Ibe Okwara Osonwa today, 26th of November, commanded such a full house of attendees of the state ruling class. The Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, his deputy, the local government Chairman, Commissioner for Education, development partners, traditional rulers, and other stakeholders were all present to witness the first digital smart school to dorn the Abia landscape. We need not overemphasize the importance of digital ICT learning in today's digital age.…

Nov

2024

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Gov. Otti Commissions ABIA First Smart School At Ofali Agwu Primary School, Amaekpu Ohafia

Abia State, Education, Good Governance, News Flash

GOV. OTTI COMMISSIONS ABIA FIRST SMART SCHOOL. Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has officially commissioned the first smart school in Abia State. Speaking while commissioning the smart school facilitated by the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia federal Constituency, Chief Ibe Okwara Osonwa at the Ofali Akwu Secondary School, Ohafia, Governor Otti said that his administration has rolled out free and compulsory education at the primary and Junior secondary levels, adding that he would consider extending the policy to the senior secondary level as soon as the state's economy improves. He urged parents and guardians to take advantage of the new policy…

Nov

2024

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Governor Alex Otti Unveils LUX MUNDI UNIVERSITY, Investiture Of The Chancellor And First Matriculation Ceremony

Abia State, Education, News Flash, People & Events

Dr. Alex Otti Officially Unveils LUX MUNDI UNIVERSITY, Investiture Of The Chancellor (His Grace ArchBishop Lucius Ugorji) And First Matriculation Ceremony. The Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Chioma Otti OFR ably represented by the Secretary To the State Government Prof Kalu along with other top government functionaries, yesterday 22nd November, 2024 Unveiled the LUX MUNDI UNIVERSITY, Afara Umuahia, Abia - State. The event was also the investiture of the Chancellor of the University, His Grace ArchBishop Lucius Ugorji, first Matriculation of the university and Foundation laying of H.E. Dr. Ikedi Ohakim Faculty Of Management Sciences Building and H.E. PST. (Mrs)…

Nov

2024

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President Tinubu Dissolves UNIZIK Council, Sacks Vice-Chancellor, Registrar

Education, FGN, News Flash, Presidency

Tinubu Dissolves UNIZIK Council, Sacks Vice-chancellor, Registrar President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the dissolution of the Governing Council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, (UNIZIK) and the removal of the newly appointed Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bernard Ifeanyi Odoh, along with the Registrar, Mrs. Rosemary Ifeoma Nwokike. A statement issued by the special adviser to be the president on information and strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said the move comes amid allegations of procedural violations in the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor. The university’s Governing Council, led by Ambassador Greg Ozumba Mbadiwe and including five other members—Hafiz Oladejo, Augustine Onyedebelu, Engr. Amioleran Osahon, and Rtd.…

Nov

2024

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The Shocking Truth: ‘Free Education’ Then Vs Truly Free Education Now! – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance

The Shocking Truth: 'Free Education' Then vs Truly Free Education Now! The PDP-led Abia administration from 1999 to 2023 had some notable achievements in education, but let's not sugarcoat the failures. The free basic education policy did increase access to education, leading to higher enrollment rates. However, the quality of education was severely lacking due to poor funding, inadequate resources, and low teacher morale. Infrastructure development was another area of focus, with the construction and renovation of schools, as well as the provision of basic facilities. But, let's be real, these efforts were often marred by corruption, mismanagement, and a…

Nov

2024

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My Son Hit His Head Against Concrete Floor After 40 Canes, 150 Frog Jumps – Slain Ogbunanmiri Pupil’s Father

Education, Mishap, News Flash

My Son Hit His Head Against Concrete Floor After 40 Canes, 150 Frog Jumps – Slain Ogun Pupil’s Father Ithis interview, Mr Gbeminiyi Arijo, father of the late Ogun SS 2 student who died recently after allegedly receiving 40 strokes of cane and doing about 150 frog jumps, recounted the tragic incident to BANKOLE TAIWO, demanding a thorough investigation as well as justice and support for the family Could you introduce yourself? I am Gbeminiyi Arijo, the father of Monday, the SS2 student of Obada Grammar School, Obada, Idi-Emi, who died recently and was buried today. I am 54 years…

Nov

2024

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‘Leaders Don’t Run Away’ – Fashola Advises Youth Against ‘Japa’

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Lagos, News Flash

‘Leaders Don’t Run Away’ – Fashola Advises Youth Against ‘Japa’ A former governor of Lagos, Babatunde Fashola has asked Nigerian youths to remain in the country despite economic challenges. In recent times, there has been a wave of migration by Nigerians who are seeking greener pastures abroad. “Japa” is a popular word used to describe migration in the country. Speaking on Saturday at the combined 8th and 9th convocation ceremonies of Elizade University in Ilara-Mokin, Ondo state, Fashola encouraged the youth to strive for positions of influence in the country instead of seeking opportunities abroad. He said leaders don’t run…

Nov

2024

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FGN Scraps 18-Year Age Limit For University Admissions

Education, FGN, News Flash

FG Scraps 18-Year Age Limit For University Admissions The new Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa has abolished the 18-year admission benchmark into tertiary institutions in the country. This is as he hinted on the possibility of his administration to review the nation’s education policy. However, the minister said there be no reversal on the federal government’s decision to void over 22,700 degree certificates obtained by Nigerians in some “fake” universities in neighbouring Togo and Benin Republic. Alausa spoke on Wednesday in his inaugural ministerial press conference which is ongoing in Abuja. According to him, what led to that initial…

Nov

2024

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Abia’s Brightest Minds Support Dr. Otti As He Pledges To Restore The State To It’s Former Glory – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance, News Flash

Abia's Brightest Minds Support Dr Otti Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, the Governor of Abia State, has made a remarkable impression on the people of Nigeria, particularly the youth. In a recent WhatsApp poll, 35 random students from the 5 South Eastern states of Nigeria voted him as their top choice, surpassing expectations. As the fifth democratically elected Governor of Abia State, Dr. Otti has pledged to rebuild and restore the state to its former glory. His campaign theme, "Weep No More, Help is Here," resonated with the people, who have been waiting for a leader to bring positive change.…