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Davido’s First Daughter Imade Wins Spelling Bee Competition, School Honors Her as Spelling Superstar

Eniola OladeleMarch 29, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMarch 29, 202505

In a remarkable display of talent and hard work, Imade Adeleke, the first daughter of Nigerian music superstar Davido, has emerged victorious in her school’s...

5 Best African Countries for Education: Leading the Way in Academic Excellence and Opportunities

Eniola OladeleMarch 19, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMarch 19, 2025022

Education is a critical driver of development in any region, and in Africa, there has been significant progress in improving access to quality education. Some...

Education Women's World

Falz Announces 20 Scholarships for Women in Celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD)

Eniola OladeleMarch 8, 2025

by Eniola OladeleMarch 8, 2025010

In an inspiring move to mark International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, Nigerian rapper, actor, and social activist, Falz, has unveiled an empowering initiative designed to...

Africa Education

Nigeria Overhauls Education System: Government Scraps JSS and SSS, Introduces 12-Year Compulsory Schooling.

Eniola OladeleFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 2025

by Eniola OladeleFebruary 7, 2025February 7, 2025084

The Federal Government of Nigeria has embarked on a bold and transformative reform of the nation’s education system, announcing the abolition of Junior Secondary School...

Africa Education International News

Boarding School for Young Children: A Delicate Balance Between Growth and Protection

Eniola OladeleDecember 30, 2024December 30, 2024

by Eniola OladeleDecember 30, 2024December 30, 2024094

The question of whether boarding school is suitable for young children is one that evokes deep reflection among parents, educators, and counselors alike. At its...

Africa ARTS & CULTURE Education

Critical Analysis and Reinterpretation of My Lord, Tell Me Where to Keep Your Bribe

Eniola OladeleDecember 19, 2024December 19, 2024

by Eniola OladeleDecember 19, 2024December 19, 20240213

Prof. Niyi Osundare’s My Lord, Tell Me Where to Keep Your Bribe is a piercing indictment of systemic corruption in Nigeria’s judicial system. The poem...

Africa Education

Kenyan President Honors Top Essay Writer from South Sudan for Exceptional Talent

Eniola OladeleDecember 2, 2024

by Eniola OladeleDecember 2, 2024098

In a remarkable display of regional solidarity, Kenyan President William Ruto recently honored an outstanding essay writer from South Sudan for his exceptional talent and...

Education Health

Mount Kenya University Lecturer Collapses, Dies While Attending Virtual Court Session

Eniola OladeleNovember 27, 2024

by Eniola OladeleNovember 27, 20240125

A lecturer from Mount Kenya University (MKU) tragically passed away while attending a virtual court session in his office. The academic, who was reportedly engaged...

Education RELATIONSHIP Uncategorized

The Physics of Electromagnetism and Human Relations

Eniola OladeleNovember 14, 2024November 14, 2024

by Eniola OladeleNovember 14, 2024November 14, 20240155

The relationship between electromagnetic fields (EMFs) and human dynamics such as peace, love, and collaboration is a multidisciplinary topic, combining aspects of neuroscience, biophysics, psychology,...

ECONOMY Education

Ethiopia’s Economic Overview: Focus on Progress in Education and Health Sectors

Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 20240191

Ethiopia, one of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, has made significant strides in various sectors over the past decade, with education and health being critical areas of...

Africa Education POLITICS

Kenyan Deputy President’s Impeachment Trial Officially Begins

Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 2024October 16, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 2024October 16, 20240172

The impeachment trial of Kenya’s Deputy President has officially commenced, thrusting the nation into a political showdown. The Deputy President is facing accusations of corruption,...

Africa Education

University of Nairobi Council Finally Fires Prof Kiama

Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 2024October 16, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 16, 2024October 16, 20240131

The University of Nairobi Council has officially terminated the employment of Professor Stephen Kiama, the institution’s Vice-Chancellor, following months of internal wrangling and public disputes....

Education TECHNOLOGY

State to Deploy Hi-Tech Security Measures for National Exams

Eniola OladeleOctober 9, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 9, 20240148

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has said the government will deploy hi-tech security during the national examinations to curb irregularities. The CS warned that stern...

Africa Education Health

South Africa and AU Commission Set to Hold Consultative Meeting on G20 Engagement

Eniola OladeleOctober 8, 2024

by Eniola OladeleOctober 8, 20240206

South Africa and the African Union (AU) Commission are preparing to hold a significant consultative meeting focused on enhancing Africa’s participation and engagement in the...

Africa Education

South Africa’s New School Language Law Sparks Debate Over Implementation and Equity

Eniola OladeleSeptember 18, 2024

by Eniola OladeleSeptember 18, 20240170

South Africa’s new school language law, introduced recently, mandates that public schools must offer instruction in at least two languages, one of which must be...

Africa Education

Death Toll Rises to 17 in Kenyan School Fire, Investigation Underway.

Jide AdesinaSeptember 6, 2024

by Jide AdesinaSeptember 6, 20240188

The death toll from a devastating fire at a central Kenyan school early Friday has risen to 17, authorities have confirmed. The blaze erupted at...

Education International News TECHNOLOGY

Become a Cyber Superhero: Master Online Safety and Outsmart Digital Villains!

Jide AdesinaAugust 26, 2024

by Jide AdesinaAugust 26, 20240206

Cybersecurity for Kids: Navigating the Digital World Safely In today’s world, kids are growing up surrounded by technology. From playing games on tablets to chatting...

Education MAGAZINES

All the Pretty Horses” is a novel by Cormac McCarthy

Jide AdesinaJuly 4, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 4, 20240248

All the Pretty Horses” is a novel by Cormac McCarthy, published in 1992 as the first volume in his Border Trilogy. The story begins in...

Education

Dr. Morakinyo A.O. Kuti: Charting a Bold New Course as President of Central State University

Jide AdesinaJuly 1, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJuly 1, 20240286

Dr. Morakinyo A.O. Kuti: Charting a bold new course as President of Central State University 10th central state university president Dr. Morakinyo kuti Dr. Morakinyo...

Education

Periscope with Henry Hunjo

Jide AdesinaJune 19, 2024June 19, 2024

by Jide AdesinaJune 19, 2024June 19, 20240222

©Henry J. Hunjo 08027350429; 08032971644 [email protected] [email protected] Enhancing social interaction in the workplace for positive productivity This essay aims to open your mind to the...

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