Ministry of Education Streamlines Subjects, Introduces Skill-Focused Curriculum Under the new structure, pupils in Primary 1–3 will take a minimum of nine and a maximum of 10 subjects For technical colleges, NABTEB will oversee 28 revamped trade subjects The Federal Government has announced a sweeping review of Nigeria’s national curriculum, aimed at reducing subject overload, … Read more
No fewer than 10 federal ministries and agencies have been allocated over ₦1 trillion each in the 2025 budget. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the allocations are detailed in the 2025 Appropriation Bill presented to the National Assembly. The ministries receiving significant funding include Police Affairs, Interior, Defence, Finance, Power, Works, Budget and Economic Planning, … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Education has suspended a college teacher over an alleged inappropriate video conversation with a former female student. The ministry’s spokesperson, Boriowo Folasade, called the act “totally unacceptable.” The staff member has been suspended pending investigation and disciplinary action. Folasade stated that the suspect has been handed over to authorities for investigation … Read more
The Federal Government has dismissed civil servants who obtained degrees from private universities in Benin Republic and Togo between 2017 and 2023, following concerns over fraudulent academic practices. The directive was confirmed on Wednesday by Segun Imohiosen, Director of Information and Public Relations in the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation … Read more
In a landmark decision, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, announced the federal government’s reversion to a 16-year minimum age requirement for admission into tertiary institutions. This announcement was made during the inaugural press briefing on Tuesday at the Federal Ministry of Education Headquarters in Abuja. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again … Read more
The Federal Ministry of Education has annulled the recent appointment of Bernard Odoh as Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. The University’s Governing Council, led by Pro-Chancellor and Council Chairman Ambassador Greg Mbadiwe, had previously announced Odoh’s appointment as the institution’s 7th substantive Vice-Chancellor on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, following a selection process … Read more
The phone line of the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, has been hacked, according to a disclaimer shared on his official X account on Thursday. In the post, Mamman cautioned the public to stop using the compromised number. “My phone line has been hacked. Please avoid calling the number and disregard any requests for … Read more
The Ministry of Education has addressed concerns over an alleged increase in school fees for federal government secondary schools, known as Unity Schools. A memo purportedly from the ministry, circulated on social media, claimed that new students would be required to pay school fees, while existing students would have to pay over ₦300,000. EKO HOT … Read more
President Tinubu has appointed a new head of service. Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, as Head of the Civil Service of the Federation. EDITOR’S PICKS How Lagos Can Reap Economic, Medical Benefits From India – Sanwo-Olu US Election: Donald Trump Announces Long-awaited VP … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has invited memoranda from the public as it begins the probe of private universities established in the last 15 years. The Federal Government initiated the probe following an investigative report by Daily Nigerian journalist, Umar Audu, uncovering certificate racketeering in neighbouring Benin Republic and Togo. Editor’s Picks … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government has inaugurated a committee to scrutinize the activities of private universities established in Nigeria in the last 15 years. This announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, on Tuesday. The primary focus of this committee will be to evaluate whether these private institutions … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Ministry of Education has inaugurated a committee to scrutinize the activities of private universities established in Nigeria in the last 15 years. This announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, on Tuesday. The primary focus of this committee will … Read more
EKO HOT BLOG reports that following its reintroduction on Thursday, December 21, President Bola Tinubu has directed that the school feeding programme be transferred from the Humanitarian Ministry to the Education Ministry. During a one-day workshop on incremental improvements in the middle ministerial targets between 2023 and 2027, Prof. Tahir Mamman, the Minister of Education, revealed … Read more
Lagos State government has divided the Ministry of Education into two ministries, renames Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs to Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development. Lagos State government has divided the Ministry of Education into two ministries, renames Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs to Ministry of Local Government, … Read more
The attention of The Concern Epe Youths and Stakeholders was drawned to a publication of our respected people of Awori of the Otto-Ijanikin Axis of Lagos raising certain concerns on our dear citadel of learning, LASUED. EDITOR’S PICKS 2023: Big Boost For LP As Igbo Group Endorses Peter Obi 2023 Elections: APC Supporters Dump Party, … Read more
The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) met with 400 parents over the weekend to discuss safeguarding children from the threat of domestic and sexual violence. EDITOR’S PICKS CBN Extends Deadline For Exchange Of Old Naira Notes Tragedy Strikes In Lagos As Container Crushes 9 Bus Passengers To Death At Ojuelegba How CBN Will … Read more
Adeleke has reversed the increased Osun Polytechnic tuition fees. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the students of Osun State Polytechnic Iree were in jubilation mode on Friday after Governor Ademola Adeleke approved the reversal of the State Polytechnic tuition fees to the initial amount. The reversal was approved after the student union leaders of the … Read more
The Lagos government has explained her reason for returning history to school curriculum EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has explained why the teaching of History as a subject was returned to schools in the state. EDITOR’S PICK Petrol Subsidy Is Criminal, Must End – Peter Obi 2023: Peter Obi … Read more
Lagos Govt has reintroduced History to school curriculum EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos State Government has directed heads of private schools in the state that the teaching of History as a stand-alone subject has been re-introduced to schools. EDITOR’S PICK Petrol Subsidy Is Criminal, Must End – Peter Obi 2023: Peter … Read more
LASG has stated that the state’s Comprehensive Schools Programme was established to keep potential school dropouts in school Over 500 students are currently in the Lagos State Comprehensive Schools Programme EDITOR’S PICK: 2023: Sanwo-Olu Directs Appointeues Seeking Elective Offices To Resign Lagos Blue Rail Tracks Can’t Be Vandalise – Sanwo-Olu Explains Why Chrisland Schools: 10-Years-Old S3x Girl … Read more