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October 21, 2026

Nearly 250,000 Nigerians Undergo TVET Skills Training Nationwide — Alausa

…1.4 million applications recorded in two weeks as FG provides ₦30,000 monthly stipends, starter packs The Federal Government has disclosed that nearly 250,000 Nigerians are currently undergoing skills training across more than 1,200 accredited centres nationwide under its Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme. The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON,... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
October 21, 2026

TETFund CHALLENGES NIGERIAN RESEARCHERS TO TURN ACADEMIC RESEARCH INTO MARKETABLE INNOVATIONS

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has challenged Nigerian academics and researchers to move beyond publishing scholarly papers and focus on developing practical innovations that address societal challenges, create jobs and generate economic opportunities. The Executive Secretary of TETFund, Dr Sonny Echono, gave the charge in Abuja on Friday through the Assistant Director of Research... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
October 20, 2026

Senator Questions Shettima’s Record on Security, Governance and Second-Term Prospects

Nigeria’s continuing security challenges, particularly across the North-East, have renewed debate over the performance of political leaders and the responsibility of those seeking another mandate in 2027. Despite years of military operations, community resettlement initiatives and government interventions, parts of the region continue to experience insurgent attacks, displacement and threats to civilian lives. The situation... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, World News
October 20, 2026

JAMB Warns Universities Against Issuing Admission Letters, Says Only CAPS Admissions Are Valid

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has warned universities and other tertiary institutions against issuing admission letters to candidates, insisting that only the Board is statutorily empowered to issue official admission letters in Nigeria. The Board also cautioned that admissions conducted outside the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) are illegal and invalid, warning that... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
October 20, 2026

Alausa Hails JAMB Listing of Military Medical College as 100 Pioneer Cadets Prepare for Admission

The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, has welcomed the listing of the Armed Forces College of Medicine and Health Sciences (AFCOM-HS) on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) portal for the 2026/2027 academic session, as the institution prepares to admit its first batch of 100 cadets. Alausa described the development as a... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
October 20, 2026

Alausa Unveils 39 Agricultural Curricula, 31 Occupational Standards to Boost Food Security

The Federal Government has unveiled 39 reviewed and newly developed agricultural curricula and 31 National Occupational Standards (NOS), alongside a new 80:20 practical-to-theoretical training model, to strengthen food security, create employment opportunities for young people and boost agricultural productivity. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, announced the reforms at the unveiling ceremony... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
October 20, 2026

Women in Leadership: Lagos Appoints Princess to Local Government Service Commission

From grassroots politics to public administration, another Nigerian woman takes on greater responsibility as Lagos strengthens its governance institutions. Across the world, women continue to demonstrate that effective political leadership is not determined by gender but by vision, competence and commitment to public service. From Liberia’s Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Africa’s first elected female head of... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, Women, World News
October 19, 2026

Alausa Hails Dangote Foundation’s Plan to Give Four Million Students IPO Shares

The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, has commended Alhaji Aliko Dangote and the Aliko Dangote Foundation for plans to acquire Initial Public Offering (IPO) shares in Dangote Refinery for up to four million eligible Nigerian tertiary institution students. Alausa described the initiative as an innovative approach to promoting financial literacy, youth empowerment and... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
October 19, 2026

Alausa Urges Vice Chancellors to Pay CATA, CONTA, CONMESS Entitlements

…Reaffirms Tinubu Administration’s Commitment to Workers’ Welfare and University Autonomy The Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Olatunji Alausa, has urged Vice Chancellors of federal universities to ensure the timely payment of eligible staff entitlements under the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance (CATA), Consolidated Non-Teaching Tools Allowance (CONTA) and Consolidated Medical Salary Structure (CONMESS). Alausa made the... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Education
October 18, 2026

Governor Meets UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting at Westminster, Explores Security Cooperation

LONDON, 13 October 2026 — Benue State Governor, His Excellency Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia, held a brief but cordial interaction with the United Kingdom’s Secretary of State for Defence, Rt. Hon. Wes Streeting MP, at Westminster during his visit for the 11th Annual London Political Summit and Awards (LPSA) 2026. The encounter followed... Read More
Africa News, Breaking News, Business, World News
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