Tech & Education

ASUU Rejects UNIOSUN VC Tenure Extension, Faults Adeleke's 'Illegal' Two-Year Offer

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), UNIOSUN chapter, has rejected Governor Ademola Adeleke's two-year tenure extension for Vice-Chancellor Prof. Clement Adebooye, citing a clear violation of the university's establishment law. Despite the Osun State House of Assembly's subsequent passage of an amendment bill to validate the governor's action, the union maintains its stance and awaits formal confirmation from the VC before deciding on its next course of action.

Sep 4, 2026 86

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Student Unions Laud FG’s E-DON Initiative as Timely Innovation Transforming Colleges of Education

Student unions across Nigeria have praised the Federal Government’s E-DON initiative, describing it as a transformative step toward modernising Colleges of Education and improving teacher training through digital innovation.

Sep 4, 2026 88

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NECO Questions Sold for N3,000: Minister Alausa Exposes 'Mind-Boggling' Exam Fraud Ecosystem

Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa has revealed a disturbing examination malpractice network where NECO questions were allegedly sold for as little as N3,000 before papers were written, as he warned that an "ecosystem" of parents, teachers, school owners and invigilators,not just students ,is responsible for undermining Nigeria's examination system.

Sep 4, 2026 54

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Schools Question 2026 WASSCE Results as WAEC Denies Glitches, Says Malpractice Rate Fell to 8.59%

Nigerian schools and parents are raising concerns over unexpectedly low WASSCE grades in English and Maths, but WAEC insists its computer-based reforms are working, pointing to a drop in exam malpractice rates.

Sep 4, 2026 220

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Exam Malpractice: FG Issues Stern Warning to Parents, Teachers, School Owners as Reforms Bite

The Federal Government has issued a stern warning to parents, teachers, school proprietors, and invigilators involved in examination malpractice, vowing that all culprits will face the full consequences of their actions. Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa declared that the era of allowing dishonest candidates to gain an unfair advantage is over, as the government implements sweeping reforms to restore credibility to Nigeria's public examination system.

Sep 4, 2026 94

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Alausa Disputes Nigeria's 15m Out-of-School Children Figure, Says Real Number Nearer 7-8m

Education Minister Tunji Alausa says Nigeria's widely quoted 15-17.5 million out-of-school children figure is significantly overstated, unveiling plans for a nationwide household survey with the NBS to establish verifiable data.

Sep 4, 2026 71

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Chrisland University Hails Governing Council Member Prof. Falaye's Emeritus Professorship by UI

Chrisland University, Abeokuta, has celebrated the appointment of its Governing Council member, Prof. Augustine Falaye, as an Emeritus Professor by the University of Ibadan. Describing the honour as a testament to his decades of impactful scholarship, the university's Vice-Chancellor noted that his vast experience continues to add immense value to the institution's governance and strategic direction.

Sep 4, 2026 64

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TRCN Warns Teachers Against Fake Registration Portals, Vows to Prosecute Fraudsters

The Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria has cautioned applicants and teachers against using fake online portals, warning that such platforms are being used by fraudsters to dupe unsuspecting members of the public.

Sep 3, 2026 70

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Cross River SUBEB, UBEC Train 110 Head Teachers & Principals on Quality Assurance to Transform Basic Education

In a major push to revitalize basic education in Cross River State, the Universal Basic Education Commission and the State Universal Basic Education Board have trained 110 head teachers and principals in a four-day capacity-building workshop on quality assurance procedures. The initiative aims to strengthen school administration, improve learning outcomes, and equip school leaders with the modern management skills needed to navigate the evolving challenges of Nigeria's educational landscape.

Sep 3, 2026 79

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Zamfara Warns 250 Trained Teachers Against Negligence, Vows Strict Classroom Monitoring

Zamfara State has warned teachers who completed a two-week Global Standard Teacher Transformation Programme that negligence will attract disciplinary action, as the government intensifies monitoring under Gov. Dauda Lawal's education emergency declaration.

Aug 31, 2026 84

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Adeleke University Commissions 200kWp Solar System to Ensure Reliable Power Supply

Adeleke University has inaugurated a 200-kilowatt peak solar power system to guarantee uninterrupted electricity supply and reduce dependence on the national grid and diesel generators.

Aug 31, 2026 169

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ASUU-PLASU Declares Indefinite Strike Over Six Unresolved Demands, Shuts Down Plateau Varsity

ASUU's Plateau State University chapter has begun an indefinite strike after a 14-day ultimatum expired, citing unresolved demands including pension scheme commencement, unpaid wage award arrears, and alleged intimidation of union leaders.

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