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FG Unveils Fresh Academic Curriculum Mandating Students To Graduate With Two Skills
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The federal government has announced that under Nigeria’s new curriculum for Basic and Senior Secondary Education, every student will be required to graduate with a minimum of two skills
Speaking at the 68th National Council on Education (NEC) meeting in Abuja, themed “Innovation, Digital Technology, and Entrepreneurship: Tools for Educational and National Development in the 21st Century,” Prof. Mamman highlighted that the revised curriculum will place a strong emphasis on skill development.
This approach is designed to equip students with practical skills that will enhance their connection to the economy, enabling them to lead productive lives after graduation.
Prof. Mamman expressed concerns about the curriculum’s relevance, noting that rapid technological advancements risk rendering traditional educational models outdated.
“A well-designed and effective curriculum determines a sustainable development, quality, and the relevance of education. This is the main reason why this administration places priority on the institutionalisation of curriculum development in the overall context of education,” he said.
This curriculum reform is part of the Ministry’s broader Education Transformation Agenda, driven by the administration’s aim to thoroughly revamp the education sector.
Prof. Mamman reiterated the government’s commitment to inclusive and equitable education for all, pledging adherence to international treaties to protect learners, educators, and educational facilities.
The government therefore, is committed to observing all relevant international protocols, conventions and treaties for the protection of our learners, teachers, learning institutions and facilities from attack and any other instrument on education, which the country has domesticated,” he added.
Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tanko Sununu, added that embracing innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital technology is essential for a nation aiming to achieve significant growth.
He emphasized the importance of an education system that aligns with societal needs and global trends.
He said: “To meet the challenges posed by new technological development, we must ensure that the educational system is structured and made more relevant to the needs and aspirations of the society.”
Meanwhile, Senate Committee Chair on Tertiary Institutions and TETFund, Muntari Mohammed, stressed the need to embed digital literacy within the curriculum, underscoring the leadership’s commitment to ensuring stability and relevance in Nigeria’s educational landscape.
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Impeachment Plot: Akpabio Cautions Nigerians To Disregard Media Report
By Gloria Ikibah
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio, has admonished Nigerians to disregard stories of his planned impeachment, even as he described it as an illusion.
Naijablitznews.com recalled that an online publication, (Name withheld on Wednesday, published a story titled “DSS Takes Over National Assembly Amid Impeachment Speculations Against Senate President Akpabio”, which has since been republished by other media outlets.
The Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President of Senate, Hon. Eseme Eyiboh in a statement on Wednesday said the report was a figment of the reporters imagination.
He said: “Distinguished Senator Godswill Akpabio, President of the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, wishes to state without equivocation that the speculation and misinformation circulating about an alleged impeachment plot against him is the handiwork of fifth columnists who are perpetual merchants of misinformation and purveyors of mischief.
“As a Head of one of the Arms of government, the President of the Senate categorically denies these baseless claims and reaffirms his commitment to transformational leadership of the Senate particularly and effectively collaborates with the other arms of government. There is no crack in the Upper Chamber and no Senator or Caucus is plotting any impeachment against the President of the Senate. Every Senator is focused on raising the bar of Legislative Agenda and Nation building.
“The allegations are nothing but a desperate attempt to create division and discord among the esteemed senators. It’s unfortunate that some individuals would resort to spreading falsehoods to promote the invidious reins of their blackmail enterprise.
“Senator Godswill Akpabio remains focused on the implementation of the 10th Senate’s Legislative Agenda and working tirelessly to address the pressing National issues of growth and prosperity.
“The Senate President will not be distracted by these unfounded rumours and wants to assure the public that his commitment to Nigeria’s progress remains unwavering.
“We therefore urge the public to disregard these baseless claims and instead focus on the meaningful work being done by the Senate to improve the lives of all Nigerians”.
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BREAKING! FG delegation in meeting with NLC, TUC
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
The Federal government delegation is currently meeting with the leaders of organised labour at the Presidential Villa in Abuja.
The meeting is centred on the state of the nation, especially the petrol pricing system.
The meeting is taking place at the Secretary to the Office of the Government of the Federation, SGF, George Akume.
At the meeting are Mallam Nuhu Ribadu, the National Security Adviser, NSA; Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, the Labour Minister; and Wale Edun, Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy.
Others are the Information Minister, Petroleum Minister, State Minister of Gas, and representatives of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, NNPC, Limited.
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