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EWAN moves to end electricity crisis in Nigeria’s educational institutions

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  The Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria (EWAN) is set to address the crippling electricity crisis in the country’s educational institutions at its annual summit, scheduled for tomorrow, October 23, at the Professor Tolu Odugbemi Hall, University of Lagos. The summit, now in its fift h edition, will convene key stakeholders from the power , education and health sectors to discuss the impact of soaring electricity tariffs and mounting unpaid bills, which have severely affected educational institutions across the country. The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu, and the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, will lead the discussions and propose actionable strategies for lasting reform. According to a statement issued and signed by the Secretary of the Organising Committee, Christiana Akande, and the Chairperson of the Publicity Subcommittee, Elizabeth Osayande, the Minister of Power will deliver the keynote address on the theme: ‘High Tariffs: Resolving the Electrici
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Nigeria@64: NAPPS Proposes Blueprint for Education Advancement

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As Nigeria celebrates its 64 th   independence anniversary, the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) has proposed strategies to transform the challenges facing the nation’s education sector into opportunities for growth and improvement. The association  emphasi s ed the need for the government to prioriti s e education funding, ensuring that both public and private schools are adequately equipped to provide quality learning environments. This includes investing in modern infrastructure, digital tools, and resources to enhance the teaching and learning experience. In a statement marking the 2024 independence anniversary, the National President and Secretary of the association, Chief Yomi Otubela and Comrade Ajibade Augustine, respectively, emphasised the urgent need to address the welfare of teachers, particularly those in public schools, noting that the government could enhance teachers' motivation and commitment by offering better incentives and providing
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Prioritise Your Calling Over Financial Gain, Varsity Don Urges Newly Inducted Medical Doctors

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Babcock University Officers and others with the inductees   Newly qualified medical doctors have been urged to prioritise their calling above financial gain. President / Vice-Chancellor of Babcock University, Professor Ademola Tayo, gave the counsel during the induction of 93 newly qualified doctors. Speaking at the 9th induction ceremony, held at the university’s 600-seater Medical School Auditorium, Professor Tayo reminded the inductees that their training has prepared them to be missionaries, not mercenaries. “In a world filled with misery and pain, you are privileged to be called to a special kind of service. Be courageous when things get tough and always seek divine guidance. You are trained to be missionaries, not mercenaries,” he said. Also, at the induction ceremony, t he Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) emphasised the importance of practising within the boundaries of their competence. Representative of the Registrar of the Council, Professor Olusegun Akinyinka, fur
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Centre, Media unite to secure 12yrs free education for girls in Kaduna

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C entre, Media u nite to s ecure 12 yrs   f ree e ducation for g irls in Kaduna The Centre for Girl-Child Education (CGE), through its new initiative, the ‘EmpowerHer Education’ project, has called on the media to advocate for the codification of 12 uninterrupted years of free, safe, and quality compulsory education for girls in Kaduna State.   According to a report shared on the Centre’s X account (@centre4girlsed), the ‘EmpowerHer Education’ project, funded by Co-Impact and the Malala Fund, seeks to transform societal norms and ensure that every girl in Kaduna State receives 12 years of uninterrupted, high-quality education. This initiative guarantees free and safe access to learning, aiming to secure a brighter future for girls through education.   While the Kaduna State Government has made commendable progress towards this goal, the policy is yet to be formalised into law. As a result, the CGE is seeking media collaboration to ensure this critical policy is codified, guaranteeing i
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