Nigeria school news today
Here are some recent news updates on education in Nigeria:
1. ASUU Strike Update: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced that it will continue its strike until the Federal Government meets its demands. The strike has been ongoing since February 14, 2022.
2. JAMB Releases 2022 UTME Results: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2022 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). According to JAMB, 1.9 million candidates sat for the exam.
3. FG Launches National Digital Identity Policy: The Federal Government has launched the National Digital Identity Policy, which aims to create a digital identity for all Nigerians. The policy is expected to improve access to education, healthcare, and other social services.
4. Lagos State Government Introduces New Education Policy: The Lagos State Government has introduced a new education policy aimed at improving the quality of education in the state. The policy includes the introduction of a new curriculum, teacher training, and the establishment of a new education board.
5. UNICEF Partners with Nigerian Government to Improve Education: The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has partnered with the Nigerian Government to improve education in the country. The partnership aims to increase access to quality education, particularly for marginalized and vulnerable children.
6. Nigerian Students Win International Science Competition: A team of Nigerian students has won the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF) in the United States. The team, comprising students from the University of Lagos, won the top prize in the physics category.
7. FG Launches National Education Summit: The Federal Government has launched the National Education Summit, aimed at addressing the challenges facing the education sector in Nigeria. The summit is expected to bring together stakeholders from the education sector to discuss ways to improve the sector.
8. ASUU Demands Improved Funding for Education: The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has demanded improved funding for the education sector in Nigeria. The union is calling on the Federal Government to increase its allocation to education to at least 20% of the national budget.
9. Nigerian Students Win International Debate Competition: A team of Nigerian students has won the International Debate Competition held in the United Kingdom. The team, comprising students from the University of Ibadan, won the top prize in the debate competition.
10. FG Launches National Literacy Policy: The Federal Government has launched the National Literacy Policy, aimed at improving literacy rates in Nigeria. The policy includes the introduction of a new curriculum, teacher training, and the establishment of a new literacy board.
These are just a few of the recent news updates on education in Nigeria.