The announcement was made by the Ministry of Education made this announcement in a statement, which noted that the decision to reopen the affected colleges reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Federal Government to safeguard students and ensure the continuity of education.

After the strengthening of security architecture within and around the affected schools, academic activities have fully resumed. Students have returned safely to their campuses, with many currently concluding their December academic programmes, while others have successfully completed their examinations,” the statement partly read.

It assured parents, guardians, and the general public that the safety, welfare, and well-being of students remain a top priority.
The ministry explained that the government continues to work closely with relevant security agencies to sustain stability and restore normalcy within school environments nationwide.

“The Federal Government remains resolute in its responsibility to protect every Nigerian child and to uphold their fundamental right to education in a safe and secure environment.
This administration places strong emphasis on human capital development and recognises education as a critical pillar for national growth and development. Accordingly, it remains determined to prevent any disruption to the academic calendar,” it stated.

It further noted that the safe return of students and the successful conduct of examinations in several unity colleges underscored the government’s resolve to keep learning on track despite prevailing challenges.

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Recall that the federal government, had on November 21, ordered the immediate closure of 41 Federal Unity Colleges over rising security concerns.
The directive was issued through a circular dated November 21, 2025, from the Federal Ministry of Education.

The circular asked principals of affected schools to enforce the closure without delay. The 41 schools are in states across the North-West, North-East, North-Central, and parts of the South.
The schools included FGGC Minjibir, FTC Ganduje, FGGC Zaria, FTC Kafanchan, FGGC Bakori, FTC Dayi, FGC Daura, FGGC Tambuwal, FSC Sokoto, FTC Wurno, FGC Gusau, FGC Anka, FGGC Gwandu, FGC Birnin Yauri, FTC Zuru, FGGC Kazaure and FGC Kiyawa.

Also affected were FTC Hadejia, FGGC Bida, FGC New-Bussa, FTC Kuta-Shiroro, FGA Suleja, FGC Ilorin, FGGC Omuaran, FTC Gwandara, FGC Ugwolawo, FGGC Kabba, FTC Ogugu, FGGC Bwari and FGC Rubochi, Others were FGGC Abaji, FGGC Potiskum, FGC Buni Yadi, FTC Gashua, FTC Michika, FGC Ganye, FGC Azare, FTC Misau, FGGC Bajoga, FGC Billiri, and FTC Zambuk.

Some states, including Yobe, Plateau and Bauchi, also announced the closure of schools.
The closure of the schools had followed the abduction of students in parts of the country. In Niger State, gunmen attacked St. Mary’s Primary and Secondary School in Papiri on Friday, abducting over 300 pupils and teachers.

Source: Channels

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The dismissals, approved by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board under the Ministry of Interior, were due to offences including gross misconduct, insubordination, and violation of extant laws.

The Public Relations Officer of the NSCDC, Babawale Afolabi, in a statement on Wednesday, said in 2025, a total of “76 senior and junior personnel had various disciplinary measures meted on them to serve as a deterrent to others.”

“As directed by the Civil Defence Correctional Fire and Immigration Service Board, disciplinary action have been meted out on some Senior officers as recommended by the NSCDC Senior Staff Disciplinary Committee: about 38 Senior officers including Assistant Commandant General have been dismissed on account of gross misconduct, insubordination and acts unbecoming of a superior officer according to the Public Service Rules.”

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Babawale also outlined the actions taken against junior personnel. “After the sittings of the Junior Staff Disciplinary Committee on about 30 cases involving various degrees of gross misconduct, 20 personnel have been dismissed from the Service, three personnel were demoted by one rank, while seven personnel were issued warning letters as recommended by the NSCDC Junior Staff Disciplinary Committee,” he added.

He further stated that the Commandant General of the Corps, Prof. Ahmed Audi, had expressed the administration’s commitment to revamping and repositioning the corps through training and re-training of its operatives, noting that acts capable of tarnishing the image of the Service would not be tolerated.

He noted that the NSCDC boss had charged all officers and men to remain focused on discharging the corps’s statutory mandate.

Source: TVC

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The directive, which addresses growing concerns over examination malpractice, particularly the use of “special centres” during external exams, aims to safeguard the integrity and credibility of Nigeria’s education system.

According to the statement issued in Abuja, Boriowo Folasade, the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, explained that the new policy will take effect in the 2026/27 academic year. Under the new rules, student admissions and transfers will only be allowed into Senior Secondary School One (SS1) and Senior Secondary School Two (SS2). Transfers into SS3 will no longer be permitted under any circumstances.

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The ministry stated that the measure was designed to discourage last-minute student movements aimed at gaining unfair advantages in examinations, while ensuring better academic monitoring and continuity in teaching and learning.

In the statement, the Ministry also directed school owners, principals, and administrators across the country to fully comply with the new policy. Failure to do so will result in appropriate sanctions, in accordance with existing education regulations.

The government reiterated its commitment to upholding high academic standards, promoting fairness, and restoring the credibility of public examinations nationwide.

Source: The Nation

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The Minister disclosed that 17,000 terrorism suspects are currently in custody. He also dismissed allegations of widespread persecution of Christians in Nigeria, adding that the government is actively addressing security challenges in the country.

He also highlighted the work of the Special Court established for Boko Haram-related cases, which has already held more than seven sittings and convicted over 700 high-profile terrorism suspects. Now in its eighth session, the court continues to process new cases to enhance the rule of law in Nigeria’s counterterrorism efforts.

“Prosecutions of terrorism suspects are ongoing in both state and federal courts across Nigeria, including in Abuja, The Special Court for Boko Haram cases is working hard to bring those responsible for acts of terror to justice,” the Minister stated.

“These efforts are part of a broader national strategy to tackle terrorism and restore peace in affected regions,” he added. He also emphasized that economic crimes, such as oil bunkering and pipeline vandalism, are being prosecuted with equal diligence.

The Minister noted that the Attorney-General of the Federation is leading the coordination between government agencies and the judiciary to expedite trials and ensure swift justice. This includes ongoing cases related to the Owo Church attack, Nyanya bombings, and other terrorist incidents across the country.

Source: Punch

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Piwuna explained that the strike, which began on October 13, was initially prompted by the government’s failure to meet the union’s demands in a timely manner. However, following recent engagements between ASUU and government representatives on the renegotiation of the 2009 agreement, Piwuna noted some progress, though much work remains.

“We’ve had constructive discussions with the government on the draft renegotiated 2009 agreements, and while we are not yet where we want to be, we acknowledge the government’s return to the negotiation table,” Piwuna said. “Given this development, and in response to the efforts of our students, parents, and the Nigeria Labour Congress, the NEC has decided to suspend the warning strike.”

The union’s demands remain focused on several critical issues, including the completion of the renegotiated 2009 FGN-ASUU agreement, the payment of withheld salaries, sustainable funding for public universities, and the revitalization of higher education institutions across the country. Additionally, ASUU is calling for the cessation of victimization against lecturers at various universities, including LASU, Prince Abubakar Audu University, and FUTO.

Other key issues include the payment of outstanding 25-35% salary arrears, promotion arrears for over four years, and the release of withheld third-party deductions, such as union dues and cooperative contributions.

ASUU first announced the warning strike to raise awareness of these issues and to press the government for urgent action. With the suspension of the strike, both parties will continue their negotiations, with the hope of reaching a long-term resolution.

Source: Punch

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According to the Vice President, the new incentives are designed to expand irrigation systems, enhance access to agricultural credit, and scale up large-scale mechanisation, with the broader goal of aligning with President Bola Tinubu’s economic transformation agenda.

“Nothing unifies humanity as much as hunger. It is the great equaliser that reveals our vulnerabilities and the shared fragility of our existence,” Shettima said, describing food security as a national and global imperative.

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The Vice President noted that despite having the capacity to irrigate over three million hectares of farmland, Nigeria currently utilises less than 10 percent of that potential.

“Strategic investment in irrigation alone could triple yields, free us from seasonal dependency, and fortify our resilience against climate shocks,” he added.

Source: Punch

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The four legislations are, Nigeria Tax Act, NTA, 2025, Nigeria Tax Administration Act, NTAA, 2025, Nigeria Revenue Service Establishment Act, NRSEA, 2025, and the Joint Revenue Board Establishment Act, JRBEA, 2025.

“Small businesses with turnover under ₦100m and assets below ₦250m are exempted from corporate tax.
“Corporate tax rate for large firms may be cut from 30% to 25% at the President’s discretion. “Top-up tax thresholds: ₦50bn local firms and €750m, multinationals.

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“5% annual tax credit introduced for eligible priority-sector projects.
“Companies transacting in foreign currency may now pay taxes in naira at official exchange rates.
The statement noted that while the implementation timeline for the NTA & NTAA takes effect on January 1, 2026, NRSEA & JRBEA will be effective from June 26, 2025.

“These reforms aim to simplify Nigeria’s tax system, support small businesses, attract investment, and strengthen fiscal stability, aligning with President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda to diversify revenue away from oil,” the statement added.

Source: Channels

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This was disclosed in a communique issued by the President of the Nigeria Association of Resident Doctors, George Ebong, alongside other executive members.

The resident doctors described the FCT health system as a long-standing systemic failure requiring comprehensive and immediate reform.

Ebong stated that doctors in the FCT were under immense pressure, frequently covering multiple departments.

He urged the Federal Government to urgently address rising challenges in the health sector, warning that continued neglect could cause systemic collapse.

To underscore the urgency, the association gave the FCT administration a one-week deadline to begin meaningful reforms, especially on staffing and welfare, warning of a one-week warning strike if unmet.

Meanwhile, the Minister of State for Health, Isaq Salako, has expressed confidence that the Federal Government’s ongoing talks with the National Association of Resident Doctors, NARD, will prevent the strike.

According to him, the main issue is the outstanding residency training allowance, about 40 per cent of which for 2025 is yet to be paid.

Source: Channels

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While speaking at the 2025 International Conference of the African Curriculum Association hosted by the NERDC, the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, described the new curriculum as ‘future-ready’ and noted it was streamlined to meet the skills demand of the 21st century.

Represented by the Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, a professor, Alausa noted that the review for the basic education level has been completed, while that of the senior secondary level nears completion

In a separate statement by the ministry’s spokesperson, Folasade Boriowo, indicated that the review was conducted in collaboration with the NERDC, the Universal Basic Education Commission, UBEC, National Secondary School Education Commission, NSSEC, National Board for Technical Education, NBTE, and other key stakeholders.

The statement explained that the new framework balances subject offerings with more practical learning.

The ministry noted that at the primary level, pupils in Primary 1–3 will offer 9–10 subjects, while those in Primary 4–6 will take 10–12 subjects.

For Junior Secondary School, the range is 12–14 subjects; Senior Secondary students will take 8–9; and technical schools will offer 9–11 subjects. Alausa added that the new curriculum is expected to kick off soon.

“The review of these curricula is based on best practices and design approach following the requisite stages, criteria and involving a broad-spectrum of critical stakeholders,” the minister said.

He explained that the framework, structure and content of the curriculum are based on a competency and outcome approach and leveraged on the thematic, spiral-cyclical model.

He added that the content covers new areas pertaining to digital literacy, robotics and artificial intelligence, new technologies and subject-based skills.

Source: Premium Times

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According to the statement, the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, extended warm greetings to Muslims in Nigeria and across the world.

He urged the Muslim Ummah to emulate the Prophet’s virtues of peace, love, humility, tolerance and compassion, stressing that these values are crucial to building a united and progressive nation.

The minister also called on Nigerians of all faiths to use the occasion to pray for the peace, security, and stability of the country while supporting government efforts toward national harmony and sustainable development.

He further urged citizens to remain law-abiding, security-conscious, and supportive of government policies aimed at enhancing the well-being of all Nigerians, while wishing Muslims a joyous and peaceful Eid-ul-Mawlid celebration.

Source: Punch

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