Education

Lagos appoints 100 new principals

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5 years ago

May 28, 2021

The Lagos State Government has approved the appointment of 100 new principals and promoted 96 other teachers to the position of vice-principals in the state’s secondary schools .

This was contained in a statement issued on Thursday by the state’s teaching service commission (TESCOM) and signed by the agency’s deputy director in charge of public affairs, Kayode Sutton.

According to the statement, the new appointment follows an existing exit replacement initiative of the state.

The statement noted that the TESCOM chairman, Mrs Elizabeth Ariyo, said the development became imperative following the retirement of some principals and vice principals in the state within the last one year.

She said the last time the state made such appointments was in February, 2020, when the appointment and elevation of a total of 403 principals and vice principals was announced.

Ms Ariyo, who spoke at the opening ceremony of the induction for the newly promoted officials, noted that the beneficiaries were found eligible for the leadership position “after going through the requisite screening of oral interview, essay writing and computer based tests.”

She said the induction with the theme; “Re-Imaging Leadership in the Management of Post-Primary School Education in Lagos State,” was necessary as an avenue to expose the new appointees to contemporary issues bordering on the increasing scope of school administration and management.

She added that it was an apt process to equip, re-orientate and reinforce the capabilities of “this calibre of policy drivers in schools with emphasis on the ethos of administration and school management techniques of the present modern times.”

“To support this refreshing policy, continuous education and capacity development of the workforce will be uppermost in the scheme of things and as such, this potpourri and fit-for-purpose training programme for these newly appointed and elevated school heads and administrators has become most necessary,” Ms Ariyo said.

Also speaking, the TESCOM Permanent Secretary, Toyin Machado-Onanuga, reiterated the importance of the induction, saying it provides an opportunity to integrate and equip newly appointed and elevated officials “with the requisite leadership skills that will take them through their new career paths, and more importantly, make them more resourceful individuals and contribute more meaningfully to the progress of education in the state.”

She advised the inductees to employ the act of inclusive administration and teamwork by carrying along both staff and students, “as well as showing empathy towards them for better performance towards achieving desired results in their respective domains.”

“It will interest you to know that you cannot risk resting on your oars as there is still so much work to be done. The engagement of your staff and students, the show of concern for their wellbeing in and out of school, their social life and emotional stability; all these you must synchronise as heads of schools for better performance and desired outcomes,” Mrs Machado-Onanuga said.

Education

25 Universities, Teaching Hospitals Get Solar Power Under REA Programme

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10 hours ago

September 17, 2026

Hamdalat Bisiriyu

25 Universities, Teaching Hospitals Get Solar Power Under REA Programme

Twenty-five federal tertiary institutions have been connected to solar electricity under the Rural Electrification Agency’s (REA) Energizing Education Programme.

The REA Managing Director, Abba Aliyu, disclosed this during the commissioning of a 3MW captive solar hybrid power project at Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja.

According to Aliyu, the programme covers 22 federal universities and three affiliated teaching hospitals and has deployed more than 100MW of clean energy.

He said the initiative now benefits over 300,000 students and 50,000 academic and administrative staff.

25 Universities, Teaching Hospitals Get Solar Power Under REA Programme

Education

Niger State Urges Local Communities to Protect Newly Completed Public Schools

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22 hours ago

September 16, 2026

Hamdalat Bisiriyu

Niger State Urges Local Communities to Protect Newly Completed Public Schools

Basic education officials deliver modern classrooms to help children learn safely, kicking off an ambitious statewide renovation drive.

State education leaders in Niger State are calling on neighborhood residents and parent groups to take good care of newly renovated primary schools.

On Wednesday, the head of the Niger State Universal Basic Education Board, Dr. Ibrahim A. Liman, reminded communities that public classrooms belong to everyone, warning that state funding can only make a lasting difference when local people watch over these shared spaces.

To prepare for handing over the keys, board officials visited Zango Primary School in Kontagora and Richard Lander Primary School in New Bussa. These two locations are the first to finish out of seven model schools currently under construction.

During their visits, team members inspected classrooms to make sure builders followed high safety standards, while encouraging neighbors to keep the grounds secure, tidy, and ready for pupils.

Furthermore, state officials explained that these building projects are part of a larger plan to improve early education across every community. Alongside these new classrooms, the board is starting repair work on about 400 primary schools throughout the state.

In addition to fixing desks and roofs, authorities are upgrading classroom teaching tools and supporting teachers. As a result, children across all backgrounds will have safe, welcoming spaces to learn and grow together.

Niger State Urges Local Communities to Protect Newly Completed Public Schools

Education

LASU, LASUED, LASUSTECH Shut as ASUU Begins Indefinite Strike

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1 day ago

September 16, 2026

Hamdalat Bisiriyu

ASUU Crisis Deepens: Lagos Universities Join UNIBEN, Taraba on Indefinite Strike

LASU, LASUED, LASUSTECH Shut as ASUU Begins Indefinite Strike

Students at three Lagos State-owned universities are facing an indefinite interruption of academic activities after ASUU declared a strike over unresolved demands.

LASU, LASUED and LASUSTECH are affected by the industrial action announced by the union’s Joint Campus Group.

ASUU said it had given the Lagos State Government 14 days from August 31 to address its concerns. According to the union, the deadline expired without a concrete plan or meaningful dialogue.

The union had also issued a final warning on September 10, but said the September 13 deadline passed without talks.

Its main demand is for Lagos State to domesticate and implement the December 2025 Federal Government-ASUU agreement across the three institutions.

ASUU also wants the implementation of welfare provisions, including the Consolidated Academic Tools Allowance for serving and retired academic staff.

The union said the strike would continue until negotiations produce a satisfactory outcome. It also urged students and parents to remain calm.

While the dispute has led to a fresh shutdown in Lagos, another ASUU branch has suspended its strike in Plateau State.

The Plateau State University branch reached an agreement with the state government on issues including the 2025 agreement, outstanding arrears, staff accommodation and other demands. Members are expected to return to academic activities from midnight on September 16.

Meanwhile, ASUU at Taraba State University has issued a fresh 14-day ultimatum to the Taraba State Government. The notice runs from September 14 to September 28 and concerns outstanding provisions of the 2025 Federal Government-ASUU agreement.