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Lawmaker donates science equipment to 10 Anambra schools

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The lawmakment Area of Anambra State in the House of Representatives, Chukwuka Onyema, has donated science equipment worth millions of naira to ten secondary schools in the area.

The beneficiaries include St. Charles Lawanga group of schools, Okpoko; St. Paul’s Secondary School, Ogwuikpele; St. Gregory Secondary School, Iyiowa; Magnus Comprehensive Secondary School, Okpoko; and ElShalom Convent, Okpoko.

Others are Community Secondary School, Odekpe; Government Technical College, Ossamala; Ogbaru High School, Ogbaru; Unity Secondary School, Okpoko; and Community Secondary School, Atani.

The legislator stated during the presentation of the items to representatives of the schools that the gesture was borne out of a research he conducted that showed that students from the area lagged behind in practical sciences.

He stated that though the State Government had tried to equip schools in the state, he discovered that majority of the students end up acquiring theoretical aspect of sciences, adding that his dream was to students from the area lead in sciences in the state.

“We did a little survey; we found out that we are lagging in sciences because we are not focusing on practical but theory. So the students don’t normally do well when they go for practical exams. It is this gap that we are trying to close by ensuring that our students do well

in sciences. We are trying to reach all the secondary schools in Ogbaru local government with provision of science equipment,” Hon. Onyema said.

The lawmaker, who is the Deputy Minority Leader, observed that the attention being paid to addressing  insurgency in the North and unrests in the Niger Delta region was taking a  heavy toll on education, adding: “What government should have used to fund education and other sectors effectively are being deployed to addressing these issues.

“One of our major priorities is in education but instead we are going in different directions. We have insurgency in the north but as far as am concerned we are voting too much money in that sector and neglecting the health and education sectors. We are focusing too much on amnesty in Niger Delta and we are spending much money on those areas and that is why we don’t have much money to spend in education.”

Hon. Onyema stated that to cushion the effect, there was need for well to do Nigerians to invest in education, saying it holds the future of the country. The lawmaker disclosed that he planned to ensure that seven other secondary schools in the area not covered during the presentation received science equipment in the shortest possible time. He stressed that he would have fulfilled his mission any day a student from Ogbaru was ushered into the National Assembly for appreciation for doing well in sciences.

The Deputy Minority Leader charged benefiting schools to ensure good use of the facilities, adding that he would liaise with other relevant stakeholders to address other challenges the schools faced in the area.

The Anambra State Chairman of Universal Basic Education Board, Chief Nzemeka Olisa, said the gesture by the lawmaker was an added impetus in the effort of the State Government in education delivery.

“Like I observed, the funding of education cannot be done by the government alone, so that’s where we welcome that. Today is science equipment and like I said that none of our schools can say that what they have is not enough, so what they have is being augmented.

Anambra was top in WAEC. What we have here will help us maintain the rise in education quality in the state and we encourage others to emulate the law maker,” he said.

A representative of the Catholic Diocese of Onitsha, Rev. Fr. Chima Ogueri, described the gesture as “a laudable demonstration of love for education”, stressing that ‘it will help reposition our education for greatness.”

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Fake University Degree Holders Soon To Be Fished Out And Arrested – Minister Of Education Announces

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April 3, 2024

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The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, on Tuesday, said security agencies will go after individuals with fake university certificates in the country.

According to the minister, the individuals will be tracked after the committee set up by the Federal Government to investigate the activities of university certificate racketeers in the country submits its report.

The Federal Government had set up an Inter-Ministerial Investigative Committee on Degree Certificate Milling to probe the activities of certificate racketeers following an investigative report published by Daily Nigerian which exposed the activities of degree mills in the Benin Republic.

The investigative report, which exposed the illegalities perpetrated by some tertiary institutions in the West African countries, led to the Nigerian government placing a ban on the accreditation and evaluation of degrees from Benin Republic and Togo.

The committee set up by the Federal Government was also tasked with investigating Nigerian private universities established in the last 15 years. Recently, the committee invited memoranda from the public. Selected members of the committee also visited institutions in the Benin Republic.

While speaking at the first quarterly citizens engagement in Abuja on Tuesday, the education minister, Mamman, said;

“On the issue of the fake degrees, we set up a committee and we expect them to submit their reports soon. Once the report is submitted, I can assure you that individuals with fake certificates will be apprehended. They will be tracked by security agencies.”

Also speaking at the engagement, the Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tanko Sununu, noted that the quarterly citizenship engagement was aimed at creating awareness of the activities of the ministry.

He noted that the engagement would “ also promote mutual understanding with stakeholders and citizens, build and sustain public trust, and improve transparency and accountability in the sector.”

“Worthy of mention is that this engagement also aims to improve efficiency and streamline government operations by identifying and addressing bottlenecks,” Sununu said.

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Stakeholders Head To Enugu For First South East Educators Conference

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Stakeholders in the education circle are warming up for the maiden edition of Southeast Educators’ Conference 2024(SEEC’24).

The two-day SEEC’24 scheduled to hold 18th & 19th, April 2024 at Nike Lake Resort, Enugu under theme: Future-‘Focused Learning – Igniting the Competitive Edge’

Promises to host key players in the education sector with a potential attendance of over 500 delegates.
The conference will feature a diverse lineup of speakers, covering topics ranging from holistic learning approaches to cutting-edge technology integration.

Speaking ahead of the conference, Mrs Doris Chinedu-Okoro,CEO, Evergreen Group, said SEEC’24 is the first of its kind in the Southeast region, presenting a historic opportunity for stakeholders to pioneer positive change in the local education sector.
“It brings together diverse perspectives and innovative ideas,fostering collaboration and networking among educators and stakeholders.
Hundreds of delegates will be in attendance.
“SEEC’24 is dedicated to exploring transformative practices, emphasising holistic learning, technology integration, globalcitizenship, life-long learning, and community engagement”, she said.

Mr. Osita Chidioka, the former Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation, who recently launched an online mentorship and leadership programme for Nigerian youths named Mekaria Mentorship Programme (MMP) Foundation Course, will deliver the keynote at SEEC’24.

Prof. Pieter Verdegem; Dr. Joy Isa, Mrs. Bukola Adewuiyi, Lady Uju Dike, Fr. John Njorteah, Alex Onyia, Rotimi Eyitayo, Rhoda Odigboh, Elfrida Diete-Spiff Omole, Dr. ChibuezeLawrence Ofobuike, Ify Obidi-Essien, Dr. Abimbola Ogundere, Angelina Ikeako, Odetola Ebenezer Israel and OgochukwuOnyia, are some of the speakers lined up for the event.

The Evergreen Group CEO added that the conference thrives on a vision to create a dynamic platform that equips educators with the tools and knowledge needed to make a lasting impact on the educational landscape of South-Eastern Nigeria.

SEEC’24 is open to School Owners, Heads of Schools (Public and Private), Educational Stakeholders, Counselors, Teachers, Parents, Investors, Startups, and others in the education ecosystem.
“Participants will have the opportunity to engage in two full days of conference sessions, diving deep into the future of Education.
“There will be ample networking opportunities with school leaders from across the geopolitical zone and beyond.
“The evening Gala Night promises a delightful atmosphere for dancing, dining, wining, and fostering deeper connections in a relaxed setting”, she further explained.

Registration is N100,000 via: https://bit.ly/3uTcv9e

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VDL: Essay Contest Alert For Senior Secondary School Students In Nigeria. Interesting Prizes For Winners Attached

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February 10, 2024

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If you are a secondary School student in the senior category (SS1 – SS3) in Nigeria, Here is your chance to showcase your writing prowess in the “Values for daily living ESSAY CONTEST”

The VDL has set out in full motion to reward students who are eager to unleash their academic brilliance and challenge their inner strength.

This opportunity serves as a way to give back to the society by not only inculcating the values needed for a better society, But by additionally encouraging students to let their inner lights shine even brighter.

With the VDL Essay contest, Winners get to take home a whooping sum of;
₦500,000 For the student in place of the 1st Position,

₦300,000 For the student in place of the 2nd position, And

₦200,000 For the student in place of the 3rd position.

And it gets even better as the prize doesn’t just end here.
Winners will enjoy numerous benefits that will expose and propel them to a more beautiful journey ahead.

So what are you waiting for?

Are you a parent, A guardian, A teacher, A friend, Whoever you are, Share the Goodnews around and tell a friend to tell another friend.
Get that eligible student(s) registered as soon as possible as registrations will be ending on the 28th of February 2024.

To register and submit your essay, Visit the website by clicking on the link displayed on the Eflyer.

Please carefully read through the instructions on the website before registering.

Seize this moment to make your Narrative count!

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