In recognition of the hard work, dedication, and sacrifices made by the Nigerian workforce, the Federal Government has declared Monday, May 1, a public holiday to mark this year’s Workers Day celebration. The announcement was made by the Minister of Interior, Rauf Aregbesola, on behalf of the government and serves …
The Federal Government of Nigeria has urged Nigerian students currently in Sudan to stay calm and remain indoors as it makes efforts to safely evacuate them from the conflict-ridden country. A recent statement from the Nigerian Embassy in Khartoum has advised students to disregard an earlier notice circulated by the …
The Lagos State Ministry of Education has announced an extension for the registration deadline of the 2023 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Orunsolu Adebayo, Director of Lagos State Examinations Board, issued a statement outlining the new deadline and its impact on Public Junior Secondary Schools, approved Private Junior Secondary Schools, …
Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, has made a groundbreaking decision to provide automatic employment for first class graduates of Edo origin from all Nigerian universities into the state’s civil and public service. This initiative is aimed at equipping the Edo State Civil and Public Service with top-tier talent in …
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has announced the renaming of The Technical University, Ibadan, to Sen. Abiola Ajimobi First Technical University, Ibadan. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the announcement was made during the institution’s second convocation ceremony held on Friday.Celebrating Progress and Recognizing PredecessorGovernor Makinde, the …
The start of a new month represents a new beginning and a chance to start afresh. It’s natural to feel enthusiastic and full of good wishes during this time. We recognize how important it is for you, your friends, and your loved ones to begin the month on a positive …
The Lagos State government has decided to allow Chrisland High School, Opebi branch, to reopen for physical learning in response to an appeal from parents. This decision comes ahead of the school’s forthcoming examinations.As previously reported by MySchoolGist, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu had ordered the closure of the school …
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki has recently announced a significant change in the retirement age for teachers, raising it to 65 years or 40 years of service, whichever comes first. This move comes as part of the governor’s ongoing commitment to repositioning the education sector in the state and ensuring …
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has directed Deposit Money Banks to comply with the Supreme Court ruling of March 3, 2023. As a result, the old N200, N500 and N1000 banknotes will remain legal tender alongside the redesigned banknotes until December 31, 2023. This decision was made in compliance …
Several universities have pushed back their resumption dates for academic activities due to the postponement of the governorship and state assembly elections to March 18.The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had originally scheduled the elections for March 11, but later announced a one-week delay to reconfigure the Bimodal Voter Accreditation …