The Abia Retired Teachers Forum has called on Governor Alex Otti to enhance the effectiveness of government primary and secondary schools in the state. They commended the governor for establishing a separate ministry for basic education, emphasising the urgent need for attention to this sector.

During a meeting with the governor in Umuahia, coordinator, Mrs Eunice Egbuna, proposed several initiatives, including the introduction of a “One Child, One Skill” policy, practical agriculture programs, and the restoration of teachers’ quarters in schools.

She stressed that education must be applicable, particularly in a time of rising unemployment, and highlighted the importance of equipping students with practical skills before they complete their 12 years of primary and secondary education.The Abia Retired Teachers Forum has called on Governor Alex Otti to enhance the effectiveness of government primary and secondary schools in the state.

The Universal Basic Education Commission has reiterated its commitment to advancing innovation in Nigeria’s basic education sector through research and the integration of smart technology.

Executive Secretary of UBEC, Dr Hamid Bobboyi, made this statement on Monday during the inauguration of the Research Management Committee at the UBEC Digital Resource Centre in Abuja. Bobboyi said that the Commission’s research projects would align with the nation’s goal of achieving a technology-driven education system.

“Our focus is to ensure that all research initiatives supported by UBEC will significantly contribute to establishing a smart educational system that enhances learning outcomes for our students,” he stated. At the event, National Coordinator of the UBEC Digital Resource Centre, Prof. Bashir Galadanci, pointed out the importance of collaboration among committee members.

Federal Government has rolled out a new curriculum for Basic Education and Senior Secondary Education in Nigeria, effective from October 2024. The new curriculum is designed to incorporate knowledge, skills, and values, especially with a special focus on skills, so that students on graduation would have skills that they could effectively connect with the economy and have a productive life.

Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, announced this on Thursday in Abuja while declaring open the Ministerial Session of the 68th National Council on Education (NCE) for 2024.The theme of the 68th NCE meeting is “Innovation, Digital Technology and Entrepreneurship: Tools for Education and National Development in the 21st Century.”

NCE, which has the Minister of Education as the chairman, is the highest policy-making body in education and is expected to officially approve the new curriculum, among other recommendations of the Officials’ Meeting headed by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education.

The Special Assistant to Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State on School Feeding, Dr Fauziya Buhari-Ado, has called on investors in the United States of America to tap into the rich mineral and agricultural resources in the state and also help promote the school feeding initiative in the state.

The governor’s aide made the call at a sideline event of the just concluded United Nations General Assembly event in New York, USA according to a statement she signed on Thursday.

According to a statement on Thursday, during a PowerPoint presentation from the Kaduna State Investment Promotion Agency to showcase the riches and potentials of what the state has to offer, Fauziya urged global investors to see the state as the next investment destination, while highlighting the benefits of the school feeding programme to the underprivileged in Nigeria.

Vice-President Kashim Shettima has emphasised the critical importance of prioritising girl child education in Nigeria, calling for a concerted, multisectoral approach to address gender-based barriers to quality education.

According to him, government at all levels, traditional rulers, religious leaders, civil society organisations (CSOs), and partners in the donor community must come together “with a singular focus: ensuring that every Nigerian child, regardless of gender or geography, receives quality education.”

The Vice-President, who gave the charge on Thursday when he declared open the International Conference on Girl Child Education in Nigeria, held at the Banquet Hall of Presidential Villa, Abuja, noted that the dignity of the girl child defines every civilization.

As Nigeria joins the global community in marking Dyslexia Day 2024 today, experts have called for early detection and intervention to address dyslexia, a reading disorder affecting millions of children worldwide. The event was organised by Women Foundation for Improved Living Standards in partnership with Nwafor Orizu College’s Primary School in Anambra State,

Speaking at the event, Sub-Dean at the Faculty of Arts, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Professor Ifeoma Udoye highlighted the significance of early identification and shared scientifically backed strategies to tackle the condition.

In her keynote address, Prof. Udoye emphasized the importance of parents and teachers monitoring children for signs of dyslexia. According to her, one in every five children has dyslexia, and 80-90% of children with learning disabilities are dyslexic. Without proper diagnosis, many children carry the condition into adulthood.

The Senate has expressed concern over what it acknowledges as the “increasing cases of brain drain” in Nigeria’s tertiary education, particularly in public universities. On Tuesday, while raising the alarm, it called on the Federal Government to develop strategies to address the issue.

These concerns arise amid a fresh strike threat by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) due to poor welfare packages and other challenges affecting the smooth functioning of universities. Recent alarming statistics show that more than 50 percent of academic staff in public universities have left the system, with the numbers expected to rise further.

Senator Anthony Ani-Okorie (APC, Ebonyi-South) brought a motion to the Senate floor on Tuesday to highlight the issue, calling for government measures to tackle it. However, several senators also expressed the view that brain drain is a symptom of the poor state of Nigeria’s economy and the lack of opportunities for Nigerians to utilize their talents domestically.

In an effort to engage key stakeholders in addressing critical issues in the education sector, Train The Trainer (TTT), an organization dedicated to transforming African education, is set to host the inaugural edition of The Teacher’s Day Summit on October 5.

The virtual summit aims to empower, recognise, and equip educators committed to raising the standard of African education to global levels, while also preparing students with the skills needed to thrive in the 21st century and beyond.

The event will feature a dynamic lineup, including keynote speeches from renowned education experts, interactive workshops, and panel discussions with industry leaders and education professionals. Dr. Onyekachi Onwudike-Jumbo, founder of TTT and convener of the Summit, expressed that this event will become an annual tradition aimed at shaping the future of teaching.

The Nigerian Governors’ Forum (NGF) has announced plans for an international conference where governors and other stakeholders will deliberate and strategise on how to address issues affecting girl child education in the country.

According to the NGF, the conference, with the theme: “Girl child empowerment through quality education,” aligns with the United Nations General Assembly’s resolution 66/170, adopted on December 19, 2011, which established the International Day of the Girl Child.

“The International Conference will launch the Girl Child Education Volunteers’ Advocates (GICEVA) initiative, a platform designed to engage volunteers in advocating for girl child education across Nigeria. Leo added that the event will feature the official launch of GICEVA, which aims to mobilize volunteers through the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and Community Development Service (CDS) Groups to promote girl child enrollment in local governments across Nigeria.

The Teacher Service Commission has advertised a mass recruitment of 46,000 teachers across primary, junior secondary and secondary schools under permanent and pensionable terms. In a notice, TSC stated that 6,000 positions are available for primary schools, 39,550 for junior secondary schools and 450 for secondary schools.

This initiative aims to address the shortage of teachers in primary, junior secondary and secondary schools nationwide.All applicants including people with disabilities, must be a Kenyan citizen and registered with the TSC and they should only fill out one application form.

The Primary school positions candidates must have at least a P1 certificate, while those applying for junior or senior secondary school positions must hold a diploma in education. The Commission warns that submitting more than one application will lead to disqualification and manual applications will not be accepted.

The U.S government in partnership with the Ministry of Education has been contributing to improve and expand access to education, said the U.S Ambassador to Ethiopia. The U.S. Embassy in collaboration with Addis Ababa University held a Presidential Seminar on the enduring of legacy and the impact of the U.S. government’s Point Four Program in Ethiopia.

Speaking on the occasion, the U.S Ambassador to Ethiopia , Ervin Massinga stated that the program has played a pivotal role for Ethiopia’s development journey contributing its part in key sectors such as education, public health and agriculture .

It has been providing technical supports for various sectors. Mainly the U.S. in collaboration with the Ethiopian government in the efforts of improving and expanding access to education in Ethiopia. Between 1952 and 1961, the U.S. helped to establish Haramaya and Jimma agricultural colleges, which became universities, Gondar heath institute (Gondar University).

The Federal Government says it is committed to promoting inclusive education in Nigeria to ensure that the goal of basic education for all is achieved in all ramifications.

The executive secretary, Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), Dr Hamid Bobboyi bared the mind of the Federal Government on this during the training workshop for 1,878 selected teachers on Inclusive Education Delivery Process programme for the South-South zone of the century, in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital.

“The drive towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goal 4, which enjoins all signatory countries to ‘ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all by 2030”, puts additional pressure on education providers to do more in the area of special needs education.