SchoolWatch Nig.

21/05/2026

RIVERS STATE COMMISSIONER FOR EDUCATION CALLS FOR CLIMATE-RESPONSIVENESS

04/05/2026

The footage, recorded during the annual Alue-Do fertility festival in Ozoro, Delta State showing women being chased through the streets, stripped and sexually assaulted , now sparking reactions from international communities . Attention now driven towards
illiteracy and , backwardness as the root cause of social ills raveging our society.

Multiple videos surfaced online showing women being chased through the streets, stripped and sexually assaulted by groups of men in broad daylight.

01/05/2026

FG Confirms: No New Foreign Scholarships (BEA)

The Federal Government has clarified that no new foreign scholarships will be awarded under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scheme.

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa , explained that the 2026 budget still includes BEA funding only because of a rollover from 2025, not because the programme has resumed.
However, current beneficiaries abroad will continue to receive support.

Education Minister Dr Alausa clarifies that budget allocations for BEA scholarships are procedural, do not signal new foreign award cycles.

30/04/2026

🚫 EXAM MALPRACTICE CAN DESTROY YOUR FUTURE!

Thousands of students in Nigeria lose their results every year due to cheating.

⚠️ New rules now include:
❌ 3-year ban from WAEC, NECO & JAMB
❌ Result cancellation
❌ Strict tracking system

💬 Be honest… is malpractice still common in your school?

Drop your answer 👇

27/04/2026

Major Education News - Nigeria

1. "FG Bans Substandard Textbooks, Introduces National Ranking System”
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‎FG Introduces National Textbook Ranking System To Improve Quality And Standardisation In Schools , approved top-ranked textbooks in schools, eliminate poor-quality and confusing multiple textbooks The policy is to be implemented from September 2026 academic session and managed by the Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council (NERDC) , with subject experts reviewing books according to Maruf Tunji Alausa, the Minister of education alongside the Honourable Minister of State for Education, Professor Suiwaba Sai’d Ahma.
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‎2. FCT schools reopen after teachers’ strike deal
‎Public schools in Abuja have resumed after a strike by teachers was suspended following a financial agreement
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‎3. JAMB explains “No Result Yet” issue (high engagement topic)
‎JAMB has addressed complaints from candidates seeing “No Result Yet” when checking UTME results.
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‎4. Special education concern
‎Stakeholders are calling for urgent government support for children with autism and special needs
5. School insecurity:
‎ Concerns grow over school safety as
‎Gunmen abducted 23 pupils from a school in Kogi State
‎Some rescued, others still missing.

Gunmen have raided an orphanage in north-central Nigeria, abducting 23 pupils. Authorities said Monday that 15 have since been rescued.

26/04/2026

Major Policy Shifts & News in Education - Nigeria

‎National Common Entrance Examination Scrap Proposal: There is a significant debate following reports that the Federal Government plans to scrap the National Common Entrance Examination.
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‎Out-of-School Children Crisis: Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, stated that addressing Nigeria's out-of-school crisis requires an annual investment of $345 million. Recent estimates indicate roughly 18.3 million children remain out of school.

Nigeria's plan to scrap the National Common Entrance Examination sparks debate. Stakeholders warn it could harm education standards and deepen inequality.

24/04/2026

One in every five of the world’s out-of-school children is in Nigeria. - UNICEF
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‎In Nigeria, about 10.5 million children are not in school even though primary education is officially free and compulsory.

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See how UNICEF in Nigeria supports children so they can attend school and learn.

24/04/2026

Key Education Updates & Breaking News:

‎FCT Strike Suspension: Primary school teachers in the Federal Capital Territory to suspend their three-month strike after receiving 60% of their outstanding arrears, allowing schools to resume operations.

UBEC Funding: The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has disbursed N10.61bn to states for renovations, facility upgrades, and learner retention. Over 8.7 million pupils are reportedly benefiting from these improved conditions.

2026 JAMB/UTME Updates: JAMB has released the 2026 UTME results, with a link to the 2026 JAMB results check available. The board explained that some results are withheld due to ongoing investigations, specifically for "No Result Yet" messages.

23/04/2026

Nigeria Must Prioritise Education or Risk Falling Further Behind.
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‎His Excellence Peter Gregory Obi said this yesterday, at Coal City University Enugu where he delivered a lecture on 'Repositioning Nigeria’s education sector for national growth and global competitiveness
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‎According to him, "Education is not charity; it is the foundation of national growth and the gateway to global competitiveness." " With sustained investment in education and a deliberate focus on human capital development" , he added.
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23/04/2026

UPDATES

Key Nigerian education news includes:
1. an indefinite strike by FCT teachers impacting WAEC exam preparation,
2. JAMB releasing 2026 UTME results,
3. UNILAG ASUU declaring an indefinite strike
4. . The federal government is pursuing education reforms, including modernizing polytechnic labs and strengthening student loan access. Key updates:
Punch Newspapers
Punch Newspapers

FCT Teachers Strike: indefinite strike of primary and secondary school teachers over welfare issues i.n the Federal Capital Territory is significantly impacting WAEC preparations and other academic activities.

JAMB UTME Updates: 2026 UTME results for April have been released, with an apology for delays. Candidates can check scores via SMS, as some results are being scrutinized, according to and updates on Myschool.ng.

Higher Education Issues: UNILAG ASUU has started an indefinite strike over "amputated" salaries, as reported by Punch Newspapers. Additionally, SSANU has warned the federal government of a potential strike, according to News Diary Online.

Education Reforms & Policy: The Federal Ministry of Education is implementing a Skills-G Committee to modernize polytechnic labs and pushing for TVET expansion, according to Nigerian Journal of Sustainability Research.

Security Issues: Governor Alia of Benue has requested a rescheduled exam for kidnapped students, notes Tribune Online.
Global Trends: A UNESCO report warns that the 2030 universal education target is unrealistic, with global out-of-school numbers at 273 million.

Scholarships: Various opportunities are available, including the 5th Call of ASRIC-UEMF Ph.D. scholarships, and Erasmus Mundus, as listed on the Federal Ministry of Education site.
Federal Ministry of Education
Federal Ministry of Education