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NAPTAN and NUT Demand Urgent Action on Safe Schools Initiative
Educational bodies NAPTAN and NUT are demanding the immediate and effective enforcement of the Safe Schools Initiative to stop the persistent threat of kidnappings and violence against students.
Atiku Abubakar Decries Kidnapping of Students and Staff During NECO Exams in Kogi
Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent abduction of students and staff in Kogi State, labeling the incident a symptom of the federal government's failure to prioritize education and public safety.
Kogi Police Probe Kidnapping at Illegal Examination Site
Kogi State police are searching for four individuals kidnapped at an illegal examination site, while launching an investigation into why the abandoned school was operating as a miracle center.
NECO CBT Enhances Exam Integrity, Says Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad
Education officials and students confirm that the NECO computer-based testing format has successfully reduced examination malpractice while providing a smoother experience for candidates.
Minister Alausa identifies access as Nigeria’s core education hurdle
Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa argues that Nigeria's education crisis stems from a lack of transition opportunities for students, rather than initial enrolment numbers, while calling for data-driven journalism to boost accountability.
Education Minister Credits NECO Computer-Based Exams with Curbing Malpractice
Nigeria's Minister of State for Education reports that the new NECO computer-based examination system is successfully minimizing malpractice and enhancing the overall integrity of public testing.
Oyo Kidnapping: Hospital Releases 31 Pupils While Eight Remain Under Care
Following the rescue of 39 kidnapped pupils in Oyo State, 31 have been discharged from the LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, while eight students continue to receive medical care.
Plateau State considers penalties for parents as 23.2% of children remain out of school
Plateau State officials are warning of potential sanctions for parents as they struggle with a 23.2 percent out-of-school rate among children due to insecurity and economic factors.
Armed individuals kidnap students, principal, and NECO staff in Kogi State
A group of gunmen abducted several students, a principal, and an examination official from a school in Kogi State during a Tuesday evening attack.
Armed assailants kidnap group including students and school principal in Kogi
Armed attackers abducted four students, a school principal, and a NECO official at a secondary school in Kogi State, though one student has since been rescued by security forces.