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Prof Onwueme Calls for Major Education Investment

Nigerian literary icon, Prof Osonye Tess Onwueme, marks 70th birthday with a powerful plea for increased funding and value restoration in the country's education sector. Read her full statement.

Cleric: Govt Actions Fueling Disunity Among Nigerians

Anglican Bishop Samuel Ike accuses government officials' body language of deepening Nigeria's ethnic and religious divides. He cites insecurity, poor economy, and the Nnamdi Kanu case as key issues. Read his full Christmas message and call for unity.

Nigeria's Mother Tongue Education Policy Revoked

The Federal Government's controversial cancellation of the 2022 National Language Policy sparks outrage. Education stakeholders demand reversal, citing threats to Nigeria's linguistic heritage and flawed reasoning.

Army Graduates 152 in Indigenous Language Course

The Nigerian Army Resource Centre graduates 152 soldiers in indigenous languages to boost intelligence gathering and operational effectiveness. COAS urges proficiency in Hausa, Igbo, and Yoruba.

Gwarzo donates N10m, digital labs to Alliance Française

Prof. Adamu Gwarzo donates a fully equipped two-storey building and N10 million to Alliance Française Kano, boosting bilingual education and cultural exchange in Northern Nigeria. Discover how this transforms French learning.

Stakeholders Warn of Collapsing Secondary Education System

Education stakeholders sound alarm over Nigeria's decaying secondary schools. Alumni of Gbongan Anglican Grammar School reveal shocking teacher shortages and infrastructure neglect. Urgent action needed to save future generations.

Why Nigerians Learn French: Economic Necessity

Discover why French language skills are becoming crucial for Nigerians despite English dominance. Learn how border communities and entrepreneurs benefit from French proficiency in West Africa.

Nigeria reverses mother tongue education policy

Educator Oluwafemi Popoola explains why Nigeria reversed its 2022 National Language Policy. Data showed children struggled, prompting a return to English for instruction while keeping indigenous languages as subjects.

Wesley University Reduces Tuition Fees

Wesley University in Ondo slashes tuition fees for the 2025/2026 session to ease the financial burden on students and parents, ensuring access to quality education.

7 States Shut Schools Over Insecurity Threats

Multiple Nigerian states have closed schools due to escalating insecurity and targeted attacks. Learn which states are affected and why officials took this drastic action.

FG Denies Ordering Nationwide School Closure

Federal Government denies circulating reports about school closures starting November 24, 2025. Ministry confirms fake news, urges public to verify information from official channels.

Nurul-Islam Arabic Centre Celebrates 50 Years

Nurul-Islam Arabic Training Centre in Agege begins its golden jubilee, launching a fundraising drive for a new Ogun State campus that will merge Western and Islamic education.

Obi Demands Urgent Investment in Nigeria's Education

Peter Obi declares that Nigeria's national transformation is impossible without decisive investment in education. He calls for curriculum updates and better funding to combat insecurity and economic decline.

Hearing-Impaired Seek Recognition, Empowerment in Nigeria

The Deaf Supporters Development Initiative calls on President Tinubu and Nigerians for employment opportunities and a permanent secretariat for the deaf community ahead of International Day for Persons with Disabilities.

Nigeria Ends Mother Tongue Education Policy

Nigeria's government cancels indigenous language teaching policy after WAEC, NECO failures surge. Education Minister cites evidence-based decision for English-only instruction.

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