Education
Candidates below 18 years will no longer sit WASSCE, NECO – Minister
Candidates below 18 years will no longer sit WASSCE, NECO – Minister
The Federal Government has through the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, said that “underage” candidates will no longer be permitted to sit secondary school leaving examinations conducted by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO).
Mamman, hwo was speaking when he made an appearance on Channels Television’s ‘Sunday Politics’ programme on Sunday night, insisted that it was a new policy.
He said the FG was only determined to reinforce a policy which had been in existence.
He said: “It is 18 years. What we did at the meeting that we had with JAMB was to allow this year and for it to serve as a kind of notice for parents that this year, JAMB will admit students who are below that age but from next year, JAMB is going to insist that anybody applying to go to university in Nigeria meets the required age which is 18.
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“For the avoidance of doubt, this is not a new policy; this is a policy that has been there for a long time.
“Even basically if you compute the number of years pupils, and learners are supposed to be in school, the number you will end up with is 17 and a half – from early child care to primary school to junior secondary school and then senior secondary school. You will end up with 17 and a half by the time they are ready for admission.
“So, we are not coming up with new policy contrary to what some people are saying; we are just simply reminding people of what is existing. In any case, NECO and WAEC, henceforth, will not be allowing underage children to write their examinations. In other words, if somebody has not spent the requisite number of years in that particular level of study, WAEC and NECO will not allow them to write the examination.”
The Federal Government had in July announced that the minimum age for taking the UTME is 18.
Candidates below 18 years will no longer sit WASSCE, NECO – Minister
Education
Lagos govt raises boarding fee to N100,000/term after parents have paid N35,000
Lagos govt raises boarding fee to N100,000/term after parents have paid N35,000
The Lagos State Government has increased boarding fees in all secondary schools across the state from N35,000 to N100,000 per term.
A letter addressed to all boarding school principals, signed by Olufemi Asaolu, Director of Basic Education Services at the Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, read: “I have the directive of the Honourable Commissioner to inform all Public Boarding House schools in Lagos State that the State Government has approved the review of the Boarding fee payable in all Public Boarding House schools in Lagos State. The newly approved fee is N100,000 Only.”
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The letter, titled “Review of Boarding Fees in All Public Secondary Schools in Lagos State for 2024/2025 Session,” also stated that no additional fees should be collected by the schools and announced that the resumption date has been set for September 15, 2024.
“I am further directed to inform you that no additional fee of any form should be collected by the schools.
“Kindly note that the resumption date remains 15th September 2024.”
Lagos govt raises boarding fee to N100,000/term after parents have paid N35,000
Education
ASUU condemns sacking of five LASU lecturers, others
ASUU condemns sacking of five LASU lecturers, others
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH), Okitipupa Chapter in Ondo State, has condemned the sacking of five members of the union in some universities.
Dr Rotimi Olorunisola, ASUU Chairman, OAUSTECH chapter, disclosed to journalists on Wednesday in Okitipupa, that some lecturers were “illegally” sacked by the Governing Councils of Lagos State University (LASU), Kogi State University (KSU), and Ebonyi State University (EBSU).
Olorunisola said that the actions of these institutions were not only a violation of the due process required for the termination of academic staff, but also an assault on the autonomy of the academic profession.
The don said that it was unacceptable that lecturers, who were dedicated to knowledge pursuit, research, and nation-building; should be treated with disdain by their institutions.
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He added that the unjust dismissals of the lecturers were clear attempt to undermine academic freedom and silence the voices of those who are working tirelessly to uphold the high standards of education in Nigeria.
According to him, the governing councils acted in direct contravention of established labour laws, university statutes and the principles of natural justice.
“ASUU will not stand idly by while our members are unlawfully victimised and their rights trampled upon.
“We categorically state that these sackings are illegal, unconstitutional, and a gross abuse of power.
“We demand the immediate reinstatement of all lecturers wrongfully dismissed, and we call on the Federal Government, state authorities, and all stakeholders in the education sector to intervene swiftly to correct this grave injustice,” he said
He said that ASUU would stand united in the fight for justice, and resolute in defending the rights and dignity of all academic staff in the country.
“Failure to rectify this situation will leave ASUU with no option but to escalate our actions in defence of our members’ rights.
“ASUU will not be intimidated or suppressed by illegitimate actions that disregard the rule of law and the collective agreements that govern our institutions,” Olorunisola added.
ASUU condemns sacking of five LASU lecturers, others
Education
RSIF opens scholarship opportunities for Engineering, Tech PhD students, researchers
RSIF opens scholarship opportunities for Engineering, Tech PhD students, researchers
PASET’s Regional Scholarship and Innovative Fund (Rsif) is offering a significant opportunity for African graduate students and researchers in Sub Saharan African (SSA) countries.
The Partnership for Skills in Applied Sciences, Engineering and Technology (PASET), is looking to address the shortage of highly qualified specialists in applied sciences, engineering, and technology (ASET), in order to improve innovation capacities in SSA countries.
Scholarship Region reports that, “the PASET Regional Scholarship offers a fully funded study opportunity that covers tuition, research, travel and monthly allowance to cover living expenses such as accommodation and meals.”
The scholarship, as stated, seeks to help PhD students, postdoctoral scientists, and universities in SSA countries (such as Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Kenya, Cote d’Ivoire, Niger, Malawi, along with 41 other countries) to build training, research, and innovation environments.
About the PASET Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund
Rsif is a flagship program under PASET, thag supports PhD students, post-doctoral scientists, and universities in SSA.
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The program, as reported, is funded by African governments, the World Bank, and the Government of Korea. It is managed by the International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) in Nairobi, Kenya.
Eligibility Criteria
According to Rsif’s official site, applicants for the Rsif PhD Scholarship must:
- Be a citizen of a sub-Saharan African country.
- Hold a relevant master’s degree.
- Meet specific admission requirements of the Rsif AHU hosting the PhD program.
- Be 35 years of age or younger at the time of application.
- Enroll full-time in a PhD program at an Rsif AHU for the 2024-2025 academic year.
- Do not hold another PhD scholarship.
- Commit to a 6-12 month ‘sandwich’ training at an international partner university, research institute, or private company.
- Work on research topics contributing to regional development in Africa.
It is noted that priority will be given to women and young academic faculty without a PhD.
Benefits and Duration
The scholarship covers
- university tuition,
- research costs,
- a monthly allowance for living expenses, return travel, visas, student permits, and annual medical and personal accident insurance.
- The PhD program duration is three to four years, including a 6-12 month ‘sandwich’ placement.
RSIF opens scholarship opportunities for Engineering, Tech PhD students, researchers
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