By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Federal Government on Monday reiterated commitment towards enhancing the delivery of quality basic education across the country. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, who spoke in Abuja particularly, expressed the determination of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu led administration to transform education. He...
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The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has said President Bola Tinubu has approved the long-awaited conversion of Yaba College of Technology (Yabatech) into a university. Alausa confirmed the development on Friday while addressing the institution’s management during a visit. “I discussed this with President Tinubu, and he approved...
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has promised to engage stakeholders over the proposed 12-year basic education structure. Alausa disclosed this during a news conference in Abuja on Friday. The minister had earlier presented a proposal aimed at transitioning to 12 years of compulsory education within the existing...
Industrial action that may cripple academic activities in the nation’s public universities is imminent following a plot allegedly hatched by the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation (OAGF) in cahoots with officials of the Federal Ministry of Education to frustrate the release of about N300 billion University...
The Federal Government has a 2027 target for transitioning its examination system to 100 per cent computer-based testing (CBT). Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, disclosed this during the inauguration of the Committee on Improvement of Quality Examinations in Nigeria in Abuja on Thursday. Alausa said that the committee...
The workers, under the aegis of the Senior Staff Association of Nigeria Polytechnic (SSANIP), accused the authorities of marginalisation of non-teaching staff members and denial of their deserved career progression. In a letter dated January 14, 2025, and addressed to the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, the union’s secretary...
President Bola Tinubu on Thursday said his administration’s mission was to have a united Nigeria where every citizen can dream, work and thrive. The President gave the assurance at the 55th Convocation Ceremonies of the University of Lagos. He was represented by the Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa....
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, reaffirmed his dedication to improving Unity Schools across Nigeria during an unannounced inspection of Queens College, Yaba, Lagos.The visit aimed to evaluate the school’s infrastructure, leadership, and student welfare. Engaging directly with students, teachers, and Principal...
The Federal Ministry of Education has announced the reappointment of Professor Joseph Ikechebelu as the new acting vice-chancellor of the Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (NAU). Ikechebelu’s reappointment as the new vice-chancellor of the university was announced in a letter on Wednesday by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Nasir...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- The Federal Government has ordered the dissolution of the Governing Council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, over “grave breaches of the laws governing the university’’. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa gave the order in a statement made available to newsmen on...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja– The Federal Government has described the ongoing Research Fair/Exhibition organised by the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) as gateway to changing the narrative of some major challenges bedeviling the country. Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, made this known at a press conference to herald...
By EZEKIEL OBI, Abuja- No fewer than 13 students of the Federal Government College in Enugu State has been suspended for 6-weeks over alleged bullying in the school. The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa ordered the suspension of the students based on a viral video showing some students...
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, on Thursday, called for more funds allocation to the Almajiri System of education to tackle out-of-school syndrome in the country. Alausa made the call when the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund led by its Chairman, Sen. Muntari Dandutse, visited the...
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa has reversed the decision of the past minister of education on the 18-years admission benchmark into tertiary institutions. Alausa spoke at his inaugural press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday. According to him, what led to that initial decision was the way the...
The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has announced that the country’s education system will shift to an 80 per cent practical and 20 per cent theoretical model. Speaking at his inaugural press briefing in Abuja on Tuesday, Alausa said that practical education would help address unemployment by preparing...
Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, has commended the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), for rescuing Dr Ganiyat Popoola and her nephew. Alausa also commended the military and other security agencies for the safe rescue of the kidnapped victims after 10 months in captivity. Alausa, who is...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – President Bola Tinubu has relieved five ministers from his cabinet of their appointment with immediate effect. The affected ministers include Barr. Uju-Ken Ohenenye Minister of Women Affairs, Lola Ade-John Minister of Tourism, Prof Tahir Mamman, Minister of Education, Abdullahi Muhammad Gwarzo Minister of State,...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) is set to host a five-day Research Exhibition scheduled for the 17th of November, dedicated to showcasing the latest innovations and groundbreaking research. The event, which is set to bring together researchers, inventors, and creators to share their cutting-edge...
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja – The Federal Government has called on the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) Board of Trustees and the governing councils of some federal tertiary institutions to leverage their expertise to drive significant improvements in quality and performance across educational establishments. The Minister of Education, Professor...
A university lecturer, Dr Stella Aririguzuh, has said banning under-18 students from sitting for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will lead to capital flight. Aririguzuh, who is the Head, Department of Mass Communication, Covenant University at Ota in Ogun, stated this on Wednesday while speaking with...