A Paediatrician, Prof. Aishat Bolakale, has expressed concerns over the low circulation of Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Foods (RUTF) for malnourished children in Nigeria.
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Some educationists say that the internet and social media in spite of their positive impacts, when abused, negatively influenced students’ academic performance and reduced the quality of education in the country.
Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has thrown his weight behind the forthcoming FUTA-led Colloquium of Tertiary Institutions in Ondo State, describing the initiative as timely and aligned with his administration’s commitment to educational advancement. The one-day event, scheduled to be held on June 3, 2025, at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), is themed “Fostering Collaboration and Innovation for Sustainable Development in Nigeria.” It will bring together tertiary institutions across the state in a bid to strengthen town-and-gown relations and foster innovation through strategic partnerships. Governor Aiyedatiwa gave his endorsement on Tuesday, May 20, during a courtesy visit…
For many Nigerians, traveling to Europe for education, business, tourism, or family visits remains a cherished goal. However, recent data from the European Commission shows that securing a Schengen visa is becoming increasingly difficult. In 2024, out of 11.7 million Schengen visa applications, 1.7 million were rejected—an overall rejection rate of 14.8%. If you’re planning a trip to Europe, it’s important to know where your application might face the toughest scrutiny. Based on the latest figures, the following ten Schengen countries had the highest visa rejection rates in 2024, largely due to stricter documentation standards and more rigorous assessments: Top…
Nasarawa State Ministry of Agriculture has inaugurated a 13-member Agricultural Policy Facilitation and Advocacy Committee (NAPFAC), towards developing a robust and effective State Agricultural Policy (SAP), and State Agriculture Investment Plan (SAIP).
The Gombe state government has approved N1.12 billion to fasttrack take-off of the Faculty of Agriculture in the Gombe State University.
ASHENEWS reports that the Sokoto State Executive Council has approved the reallocation of N47.4 billion from unused budget lines to areas of more urgent financial need. The decision was reached during the council’s meeting on Wednesday, five months into the implementation of the N526.88 billion 2025 state budget. Briefing journalists after the State Executive Council meeting, the Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Abubakar Zayyanu, explained that the move was informed by the latest quarterly performance report, which revealed that several budgetary provisions remained unutilized. He said the amendment of the budget lines is intended to “allow priorities to…
Stakeholders have stressed the need for increased awareness and improved practices around menstrual hygiene, particularly to support better health outcomes and dignity for girls in underserved communities.
The Maryam Babangida National Centre for Women Development (MBNCWD) has established dedicated resource centres to support women in governance and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance their participation in leadership and national development.
The Ondo State Government says no fewer than 321,008 girls have been vaccinated against human papilloma virus ( HPV) in the state.