146 Mr Alausa announced this decision during a briefing on Tuesday,, after resuming office as the education new education minister. By Qosim Suleiman The new Minister of Education, Olatunji Alausa, has reversed the 18 years minimum age for admissions placed by his predecessor, Tahir Mamman. Mr Alausa announced this decision during a briefing on Tuesday […]
187 In conclusion, Inoyo emphasized the urgency of addressing this issue and stated that organizations like Citizens’ Solution Network would continue advocating for … By TheInvestigator In a recent public interest article, Richard Inoyo, Country Director of Citizens’ Solution Network and a member of Friends of Public Accommodation and Education, has raised concerns over the […]
159 The rising cost of Persons With Disabilities (PWD) tricycles in Kano State has forced many disabled children to drop out of school, because of the inability to afford the crucial mobility aid needed to continue their education. Stallion Times reporter, Stephen Enoch explores this crisis in-depth, focusing on one of Kano’s oldest tricycle manufacturing […]
204 She warned that further inaccurate reporting could lead to legal action for libel and slander. By TheInvestigator The College of Nursing Sciences, Itigidi, Cross River State, has strongly refuted allegations of extortion made by parents and circulated on social media. The college issued a formal disclaimer, signed by its Provost, Mrs Ruth Ita Ebong, […]
203 Speaking to newsmen after the inauguration, the Secretary-General stated that their election reflects the popular choice. By Alicia Johnson The Faculty of Arts Students’ Association (FASA), University of Calabar (UNICAL) chapter has conducted elections for its executive council. The delegate election was held at the FASA secretariat on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, and witnessed […]
256 Busola wanted to change this to one year because he strongly felt that other authors needed to be empowered. In addition, “we also wanted to expose students to different stories and writing styles,” he explains. By Arinze Chijioke In January 2004, four years after his service in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Taiwo […]
285 The CSN criticized the manual process, calling it mentally and physically stressful and out of place in a 21st-century academic environment. By TheInvestigator The Citizens’ Solution Network (CSN) has expressed concerns over the plight of former students of the University of Calabar (UNICAL) who graduated in 2009 and earlier. According to a press release […]
387 The ministry emphasised that attendance is compulsory for all principals and head teachers to align on strategic educational goals and policies for the forthcoming school year. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Ministry of Education has scheduled pre-resumption meetings for all principals and head teachers of public secondary and primary schools ahead of the […]
420 In a bid to maintain the integrity of the institution, the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calabar, Prof. Florence Banku Obi, has met with the NYSC Director-General to discuss the situation and ensure that all parties involved are held accountable. By TheInvestigator The University of Calabar has publicly addressed the recent invalidation of National […]
523 As a result, the Certificates of National Service issued to these 101 individuals have been officially invalidated by the NYSC. By TheInvestigator The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has announced the invalidation of Certificates of National Service for ninety-nine (99) individuals and two (2) others on exemption, who were allegedly fraudulently mobilized by the […]
202 This service will be available from Monday, August 11th to Friday, August 18th. It will operate from the university’s main gate to key academic areas, including the E-Library and the Education Block. By TheInvestigator To enhance student welfare and ensure convenience during the ongoing examination period, the University of Calabar (UNICAL) Students Union Government […]
379 Mary sat for the examination and after some time, she got an email inviting her for an oral interview. Afterwards, she got another email informing her that she had been offered the job. By Arinze Chijioke “Nigeria Go better,” pidgin English translation for “Nigeria will be Great,” was the title of a sermon preached […]
363 In his remarks, Enyam, a former UNICAL SUG President extended his gratitude to Governor Bassey Otu and Education Commissioner Senator Stephen Odey… By TheInvestigator Mr Enyam Joseph-Kelvin, the Special Assistant on Student Affairs to the Governor of Cross River State, has significantly promoted inclusive access to education by advocating for state-owned institutions to be […]
878 The SUG President expressed confidence in the appointed officials, emphasizing their role in advancing the interests of the student body. By TheInvestigator The Executive President of the Students’ Union Government (SUG) at the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Blessing Alims Iripia, has unveiled a comprehensive list of appointments within the Union. This appointment, according to […]
340 The summit is designed to orient the students on the strides of the “Peoples First” and will address the rising issues of social vices, and other immoral activities in schools. By TheInvestigator The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has endorsed the upcoming Educational Orientation Summits for secondary schools and tertiary institutions in Cross River. The […]
415 The committee members have been advised to collaborate closely with the Directorate of Programmes to ensure the summit’s objectives are achieved. By TheInvestigator The Special Assistant to the Governor of Cross River State on Students’ Orientation, Mr Anthony Afufu, has announced the formation of a 16-member Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the forthcoming Education […]
421 Highlighting the importance of hard work and dedication, the commissioner attributed his own success to these values and urged others to adopt the same principles in their endeavors. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Ministry of Education has officially endorsed an upcoming series of Educational Orientation Summits aimed at secondary schools and tertiary institutions […]
325 Residents and stakeholders in the education sector are advised to await further announcements as the review process progresses. By TheInvestigator The Governor of Cross River State, His Excellency Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu, has announced the immediate suspension of the recent appointments to the Governing Councils for the Schools of Nursing in Obudu and […]
318 The association noted that “majority of the students of UNICROSS are Cross Riverians and we all know that our state is a civil service state. By TheInvestigator The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has called on the state government to facilitate the enlistment of the university in the Nigerian Education Loan […]
638 Saviour said his financial struggle caused him emotional trauma which gradually led to poor academic performance. By Ekemini Simon In 2015, when Saviour Matthew scored 292 in the University Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and was offered admission to study Communication Arts at the University of […]
487 The Council approves 15 proposals including an Executive Bill seeking to establish State University of Education and Entrepreneurship By Government House Press Cross River State Governor, Senator Bassey Otu, has charged Members of the State Executive Council to brace up for greater records of successes in this second year of the Administration. Speaking while […]
435 The week-long event, which runs from Wednesday, June 05, 2024, to Friday, June 07, 2024, will see a series of activities taking place across all campuses of the institution. By Able Winnard Today marks the beginning of the highly anticipated Student Union Week at the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS). The week-long event, […]
365 Speaking to reporters after the event, Akpagu said that with the growing cases of bullying and rights abuses in schools… By TheInvestigator In commemoration of the 2024 Children’s Day, a non-governmental organization, Feed a Hungry Child With Brianna Foundation, conducted a sensitization campaign in some schools in Cross River State to raise awareness about […]
309 The schools closed are Glorious Vision Academy, Ugep; Dynamic Premiere Academy, Ugep; and Wealth Academy Nursery/Primary School, Apiapum Obubra. By TheInvestigator The Cross River State Government has sealed three schools in Yakurr and Obubra local government areas. Sen. Stephen Odey, Commissioner for Education led the team Thursday morning to seal the schools. The visit […]
418 More than 150 people, mostly young men, have been killed in Erei communities in Cross River over lingering communal disputes, according to Gabriel Ukam Iyam, clan head of 10 Erei communities. By Godwin Otang Five years after war erupted in Erei-speaking communities in the Biase Local Government Area of Cross River State, authorities are […]
388 This move has been welcomed by students, who have commended the Alumni Association for its efforts to support and encourage academic excellence among students in the university. By Archibong Jeremiah The University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) Alumni Association has announced the beneficiaries of its “People’s First Scholarship Scheme”, launched two months ago for […]
5,495 Mr. Etta Inyang Eyo, the Director of Administration, who is the acting Chairman of SUBEB in Cross River, was angered by the findings of TheInvestigator. By Archibong Jeremiah From 2016 – 2023, the Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) completed 616 infrastructural projects. Sen. Stephen Odey, Chairman of the agency, disclosed this […]
516 The 29th convocation of Kwara State Polytechnic in Ilorin in November 2023 marked the commissioning of projects funded by the institution’s internally generated revenue. Rector Engr. Abdul Jimoh Muhammed claimed financial distress during his speech, urging the government to take over staff salary payments. However, this investigation by The Informant247’s Abdulrahaman Taiye revealed the […]
602 The materials distributed include, attendance register, school diary, white and black boards, and magnetic eraser, school chalk board markers, exercise books and continuous assessment records. By Joseph Odum The Cross River State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), has commenced the distribution of instructional materials to schools as part of effort to strengthen the standard […]
519 Over a decade after the Federal Government constructed and handed over Tsangaya Model Schools to SUBEB in Bauchi, WikkiTimes uncovered that Almajiri pupils grapple with hunger and labour as proprietors struggle to meet their needs. By Idris Kamal Ibrahim, WikkiTimes Abdulmalik Umar, a 14-year-old native of Zaranda-Gari, Toro local government area, Bauchi State, enrolled […]