Category: EDUCATION

At a vibrant convocation ceremony held on Saturday, 7 February 2026, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, graduated a total of 6,824 students from its 2024/2025 and 2024/2025 academic sessions, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s academic calendar and signalling strengthened institutional stability under current leadership. The event, held at the Polytechnic’s convocation arena, brought together…

In a major move to boost girls’ education across the state, Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has launched a Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) programme that will benefit 24,000 schoolgirls with a total of ₦960 million. The initiative, implemented in partnership with the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE), aims to reduce dropout rates, ease…

Attention all prospective corps members! NYSC mobilization occurs in four key stages. Understanding them will make your registration smooth and stress-free: 1️⃣ Internal MobilizationYour institution compiles its senate list to identify graduates eligible for NYSC. The approved list is posted at your school for verification. Ensure your name and details are correct. 2️⃣ Senate List…

In a major boost for doctoral researchers, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) has announced that the minimum annual stipend for PhD students will rise from £20,780 to £21,805 (approximately ₦40 million) starting October 1, 2026. Students based in London and other high-cost regions will receive proportionally higher amounts to cover living expenses, bringing the London-weighted…

The Federal Government has approved a ₦6 billion intervention to construct three mega schools in Gombe State, a key initiative aimed at expanding access to quality education and strengthening educational infrastructure in a region that has faced significant developmental challenges. The announcement was made by Uba Ahmadu, Minister of Regional Development, during the commissioning of…