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Lagos State has officially kicked off the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) e-registration and payment exercise, marking a significant step in modernising how students enrol for one of the most important examinations in the junior secondary school cycle. The initiative, spearheaded by the Lagos State Examinations Board (LSEB), opens a streamlined online registration window…
The Central Board of Secondary Education is set to take another critical step toward the conduct of the 2026 board examinations, as admit cards for Class 10 and Class 12 candidates are expected to be released before February 10. This development marks a crucial phase in the examination cycle and has generated heightened anticipation among…
A former Nigerian teacher who spent over a decade shaping young minds has made headlines after quitting the classroom to pursue a full-time career selling suya on the bustling streets of London. His journey — from educator to entrepreneur — has ignited widespread discussion about career choices, passion, financial reality, and the evolving definition of…
In a landmark development that marks a turning point for Nigeria’s higher education system, the Federal Government (FG) and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a long-awaited renegotiated agreement aimed at ending the cycle of strikes, stabilising academic calendars, and improving the welfare of academic staff across federal universities. This historic pact…
Nigeria’s drive to reposition technical and vocational education has taken a major leap forward as the Federal Government announces the opening of the admission portal for Federal Technical Colleges nationwide. The move signals renewed commitment to skills-based learning, youth empowerment, and the creation of a workforce equipped for today’s rapidly evolving economy. With the portal…
In a devastating incident that has sent shockwaves across Benue State and the nation at large, at least six people — mostly students — have been confirmed dead following a boat mishap at the Buruku crossing in Buruku Local Government Area, while several others remain unaccounted for. The incident occurred late on January 19, 2026,…
The management of Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBUL) in Lapai, Niger State, has announced the launch of a formal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a student who tragically died in his campus residence under distressing conditions. This move comes as the university seeks to determine the exact factors that led to the…
In a decisive move to protect students and learners, authorities in Jos North Local Government Area, Plateau State have ordered the immediate closure of a private school following the discovery of serious structural defects that posed significant safety risks. The closure, announced on January 20, 2026, reflects heightened concern over school infrastructure standards and the…
In a remarkable celebration of academic excellence and achievement, the University of Lagos (UNILAG) has graduated 3,136 students from three of its faculties as part of its ongoing 56th convocation ceremonies. The event, held on January 20, 2026, at the university’s main campus in Akoka, Lagos, brought together proud graduands, their families, university officials, and…
In a heartbreaking development that underscores the escalating dangers of gambling and financial pressures among young Nigerians, a 300-level computer science student at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai has reportedly taken his own life after losing ₦600,000 — money he allegedly placed on sports betting instead of using it for its intended purpose. The student,…
