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Oriire Families Hesitant to Send Rescued Students Back to Schools After 56-Day Ordeal
Parents of children kidnapped in Oyo State's Oriire region are reluctant to return them to their former schools, citing lasting trauma from their 56-day captivity.
Federal Government Mandates N50,000 Uniform Exam Fees for WAEC and NECO by 2027
Starting in 2027, the Federal Government will enforce a uniform N50,000 registration fee for both WAEC and NECO exams, a move drawing heavy criticism from parents and political leaders due to existing economic hardships.
Atiku, Datti, Mark, and Imansuangbon Advise Leaders to Prioritize Nigerian Education
Political leaders and educators gathered at Pacesetters Schools in Abuja to advocate for education as the essential foundation for Nigeria's development.
Over 107,000 students participate in Jigawa common entrance exams
A total of 107,180 pupils across Jigawa State took part in the 2026 common entrance examination for junior secondary school placement.
Five facts regarding Nehemiah Danjuma, the first deaf lawyer from Northern Nigeria
Nehemiah Danjuma has become the first deaf lawyer from Northern Nigeria. Here is a look at his journey, academic persistence, and advocacy work.
Atiku Abubakar urges President Tinubu to cancel fee hikes for WAEC, NECO and unity schools
Atiku Abubakar has called on the federal government to reverse recent fee hikes for federal schools and national examinations, warning that the policies will increase the number of out-of-school children.
CAN Praises Rescue of Kidnapped Oriire Students and Teachers
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has celebrated the safe return of pupils and teachers in Oyo State while urging continued efforts to rescue all other citizens held by criminal elements.
Bauchi female students face flooding in damaged school hostel
Students at a Bauchi secondary school are struggling with a flooded, roofless hostel following a damaging windstorm, prompting state officials to initiate emergency assessments and relocations.
Escalating graduation costs burden Nigerian families
Nigerian parents are expressing concern over the rising financial burden of school graduation ceremonies, arguing that the focus has shifted from academic achievement to costly and competitive displays of wealth.
Federal Government Sets Uniform N50,000 Fee for WAEC and NECO Exams by 2027
Starting in 2027, the federal government will mandate a uniform N50,000 registration fee for both WAEC and NECO internal examinations, raising concerns about affordability.