Education

Mar
25
2025
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By Abia ThinkTank
Ndi Abia, Help Is Here!: As Otti Approves The Release Of 10 Years Embargo On Promotion Of Staff Of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic(Formerly ABIA State Polytechnic)

Ndi Abia, Help Is Here!: As Otti Approves The Release Of 10 Years Embargo On Promotion Of Staff Of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic(Formerly ABIA State Polytechnic)

Abia State, Education, Good Governance, News Flash
The Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has approved the release of All accumulated promotions of Staff of Dr. Ogbonnaya Onu Polytechnic (Formerly Abia State Polytechnic) after over 10 years of embargo on promotion in the State Polytechnic. The Workers friendly Governor went a step further and abolished the Notional Promotions practice in the institution. The highly elated and jubilant staff of the Polytechnic were overwhelmed with the great news announced by their dynamic and visionary Rector, Dr. Christopher K. Okoro. They Thanked and Appreciated Governor Otti for living up to his promise of…
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Mar
24
2025
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Alex Otti’s Visit To ABSU Inspires Hope – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Alex Otti’s Visit To ABSU Inspires Hope – By Dr. Engr. Odo Ijere (Okpotemba)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance
ALEX OTTI'S VISIT TO ABSU INSPIRES HOPE. Dr. Alex Otti's sudden and unannounced visit to Abia State University, Uturu on the 23rd of March, 2025 can best be described as good and responsible governance in action and a right step in the right direction. ABSU soundbites and optics for close to 20 years has been anything but complimentary. The Abia citadel of learning over the years became notorious for rot, filth, degeneracy, environmental degradation, intellectual degeneration, structural deconstruction, and academic downfall from once an Olympian height. Considering that every great society is reflective of its citadel of learning, it is…
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Mar
24
2025
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Governor Otti Apologizes To Students, Vows To Fix The Institution During An On-The-Spot Assessment Visit Of Facilities In ABSU

Governor Otti Apologizes To Students, Vows To Fix The Institution During An On-The-Spot Assessment Visit Of Facilities In ABSU

Abia State, Education, News Flash
GOVERNOR OTTI APOLOGISES TO STUDENTS, VOWS TO FIX THE INSTITUTION DURING AN ON-THE-SPOT ASSESSMENT VISIT OF FACILITIES IN ABSU. ‎‎The Abia State Governor, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, has expressed utter shock and disappointment over the deplorable state of facilities at the Abia State University (ABSU), Uturu, as he conducted an on-the-spot assessment of facilities during an unscheduled visit to the state-owned tertiary institution on Sunday, 23rd March.‎‎Governor Otti, who vowed to arrest the ugly situation, was received on arrival by the Vice-Chancellor (VC), Professor Ndukwe Okudo. As he was ushered in by the VC, he immediately proceeded…
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Mar
24
2025
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In ABIA, We Are Making Efforts To Restore The Dignity Of Our People Through Quality Education, Health Care – Gov. Otti

In ABIA, We Are Making Efforts To Restore The Dignity Of Our People Through Quality Education, Health Care – Gov. Otti

Abia State, Education, Health, News Flash
IN ABIA, WE ARE MAKING EFFORTS TO RESTORE THE DIGNITY OF OUR PEOPLE THROUGH QUALITY EDUCATION, HEALTH CARE - GOV. OTTI Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti says he is making serious efforts to restore the dignity of the people through quality education and health care delivery in the State. Governor Otti who stated this Sunday, while playing host to a delegation of the World Bank led by the Lead Governance Specialist, Ms. Deborah Isser. He commended the team for coming to see what Abia State is doing in the areas of health and education and informed them that the…
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Mar
23
2025
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Full List: Number Of Medical Doctors Across States In Nigeria

Full List: Number Of Medical Doctors Across States In Nigeria

Health, Education, FGN
FULL LIST: Number of Medical Doctors across States in Nigeria Lagos: 7,385 FCT: 4,453 Rivers: 2,194 Enugu: 2,070 Oyo: 1,996 Edo: 1,777 Kaduna: 1,524 Anambra: 1,518 Ogun: 1,511 Kano: 1,477 Delta: 1,456 Osun: 1,294 Plateau: 1,200 Imo: 1,110 Kwara: 1,016 Ebonyi: 899 Akwa Ibom: 888 Abia: 829 Cross River: 826 Ondo: 743 Borno: 736 Bayelsa: 727 Ekiti: 695 Benue: 621 Sokoto: 602 Katsina: 562 Nassarawa: 552 Niger: 494 Gombe: 485 Bauchi: 443 Kogi: 418 Adamawa: 280 Yobe: 275 Kebbi: 273 Zamfara: 267 Jigawa: 255 Taraba: 201 Source: MDCN TheCableIndex
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Mar
22
2025
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Education Secretary, Dr Mrs Sunny Okechukwu, Pays Courtesy Visit To Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu In Office

Education Secretary, Dr Mrs Sunny Okechukwu, Pays Courtesy Visit To Ohafia Council Mayor, Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu In Office

Education, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Politics
EDUCATION SECRETARY, DR MRS SUNNY OKECHUKWU, PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO OHAFIA COUNCIL MAYOR, CHIEF ELEANYA OJUU KALU IN OFFICE. Yesterday, Dr. Mrs. Sunny Okechukwu, the newly appointed Education Secretary of Ohafia LGA, paid a courtesy visit to the office of Chief Eleanya Ojuu Kalu, the Executive Mayor of Ohafia LGA. This visit marked one of her first official engagements since assuming the office as Education Secretary. During the visit, Dr. Okechukwu utilized the opportunity to familiarize herself with the Mayor and discuss potential areas of collaboration to promote education in Ohafia LGA. The visit was geared toward building relationships and…
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Mar
22
2025
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Why The Nigerian Government Should Reject Anthology Blackboard For Better Alternatives – Emma Aigbe

Why The Nigerian Government Should Reject Anthology Blackboard For Better Alternatives – Emma Aigbe

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, FGN
Why the Nigerian Federal Government Should Not Choose Anthology Blackboard Over Better Alternatives The Nigerian government has been considering various e-learning and Learning Management System (LMS) platforms to enhance digital education in the country. One such platform is Anthology Blackboard, a well-known LMS used by institutions worldwide. However, there are several reasons why the government should reconsider choosing this platform over better and more cost-effective alternatives. High Cost of Implementation and Maintenance Anthology Blackboard is a premium LMS that comes with significant licensing and maintenance costs. For a country like Nigeria, where the education sector struggles with underfunding, infrastructure deficits,…
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Mar
22
2025
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WAEC Releases 2025 Results For Private Candidates

WAEC Releases 2025 Results For Private Candidates

Education, FGN, News Flash
WAEC Releases 2025 Computer-based WASSCE Results For Private Candidates The West African Examinations Council has released the results of the 2025 Computer-based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for private candidates. In a post obtained from its X handle on Saturday, the examination body said, “The results of the Computer-based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for Private Candidates, 2025-First Series have been released.” Reacting to the developments, some students lamented inability to check their results. An X user with the name Ephrata said, ” I checked mine now they’re saying my card has been used by another candidate. And…
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Mar
21
2025
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Hon. Uchendu Eni Tours Schools, Empowers Indigent Pupils With PSLAT Exam Sponsorship

Hon. Uchendu Eni Tours Schools, Empowers Indigent Pupils With PSLAT Exam Sponsorship

Abia North, Education, News Flash, Ohafia LGA, Politics
HON. UCHENDU ENI TOURS SCHOOLS, EMPOWERS INDIGENT PUPILS WITH PSLAT EXAM SPONSORSHIP Hon. Uchendu Agwu Eni, the Councilor representing Ohafor Ward in Ohafia Local Government Area, and Chief Whip of Ohafia Legislative Council, has launched a transformative initiative to enroll indigent pupils for the General Placement Test (GPT) and Primary School Leaving Assessment Test (PSLAT) across his constituency. The ongoing program, which was flagged off earlier this month, has already brought relief to several families by ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder young learners from advancing academically. Hon. Eni’s initiative, which covers the full cost of exam registration, testifies…
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Mar
21
2025
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Minimum Wage: NYSC To Spend N307.6bn On Corp Members Allowances

Minimum Wage: NYSC To Spend N307.6bn On Corp Members Allowances

Education, News Flash, Youths
Minimum Wage: NYSC to spend N307.6bn on corp Members Allowances The National Youth Service Corps may spend as much as N307.6bn on the mobilisation and payment of allowances to corps members, The PUNCH reports. This amount is based on the increase in corps members’ allowances, which rose from N33,000 to N77,000, as announced by the NYSC in a statement released in September 2024. The increase followed the signing of the new minimum wage bill into law in May 2024. On average, the NYSC mobilises between 1,200 and 1,500 corps members for the orientation exercise across camps in the 36 states…
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