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“Teaching of Science subjects, Maths subjects in Indigenous language to begin soon” – FG

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The Federal Government has said that the teaching of science subjects and mathematics in indigenous languages in primary and secondary schools across the country would commence soon.

Director-General of the National Centre for Technology Management, Prof. Okechukwu Ukwuoma, stated this during a retreat organised for researchers in Akure, capital of Ondo State.

Ukwuoma, who is a member of a committee set up to supervise the project, also disclosed that experts were contracted to translate science and mathematics terminologies to the various indigenous languages spoken in the country.

He said, “Last year, the Minister of Science and Technology and the Minister of Education inaugurated a committee to teach science and mathematics in indigenous languages. The major issue in that regard is the translation of terminologies to the languages for which we have consulted experts in different languages in the country.

The don, who commended the Federal government on the idea, expressed optimism in the success of the project. He also noted that many textbooks had already been translated to some Nigerian languages through the efforts of the committee.

The NACETEM boss stressed the need for researchers to contribute toward the development of science and technology in the country. He lamented the lack of good research works in the country, blaming it on the lust for quick and easy money amongst the people.

“All over the world everything about science and technology is always hard to sell because you need to convince people. Nigerians are good researchers, but they lack something.

“Many businessmen who are supposed ensure the commercialisation of research inventions prefer to buy fake ones outside the country and come back to make quick money,” he said.

However, Ukwuoma disclosed that the Federal Government had established a National Research and Innovation Fund, which would be accessed by entrepreneurs or innovators interested in developing science and technology inventions

The don said, “Information is what people need.

When people lack information, they find it very difficult to find solution to some problems. So we need really to get some information about what is going on.”

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Bottomline Media Set To Host Ikorodu School Summit and Awards 2024

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Bottomline Media Set To Host Ikorodu School Summit and Awards 2024

 

 

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That All is now set for the much awaited Ikorodu School Summit and Awards 2024, scheduled to take place on Thursday November 28, 2024 at The Life Theological Seminary Center, Obafemi Awolowo Road, Ikorodu Lagos Nigeria.

 

Bottomline Media Set To Host Ikorodu School Summit and Awards 2024

 

Chief Host:

Hon. Wasiu Ayodeji Adesina,

Executive Chairman,

Ikorodu Local Government Area

 

Speakers:

Keynote Speaker: Pastor Olufemi Adefolarin Oshin

Pastor is charge of RCCG, Jesus Partners Assembly, LP 98 – Eruwen, Ikorodu, Lagos State.

 

Special Guest Speaker: Hon. Folashade Olabanji Oba

Vice Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government Area, Lagos State.

 

Guest Speaker: Mrs Owenaze Blessing Ella

Director, Unique Prella School, Ikorodu Lagos

 

Symposium: Lead Discussants

 

Bottomline Media Set To Host Ikorodu School Summit and Awards 2024

 

Princess Mulikat Fehintola Sanni, CEO, Mulifelong Motors

 

SP Ayuba Tunni Umma, PPRO Zone 2 Police Zonal Command, Onikan Lagos Nigeria

 

Pastor Prof. Durodola Olujide Ajani, Head of Schools, Dobar Group of Schools

 

Guests Of Honor:

 

Mr Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, Lagos State Commissioner For Basic and Secondary Education.

 

Senator Mikhail Adetokunbo Abiru, FCA. lkorodu East Senatorial District

 

Hon. Babajimi Benson, Federal House Of Representatives, Ikorodu Federal Constituency.

 

Hon. Ogunleye Gbolahan, member Lagos State House of Assembly, Ikorodu constituency 1

 

Moshood Aro, Member Lagos State House of Assembly, Ikorodu State Constituency 2

 

Royal Father Of The Day:

HRM Oba Kebiru Adewale Shotobi

The AYANGBURE Of Ikorodu Kingdom

 

 

 

About The Summit

 

 

 

The Ikorodu School Summit & Awards is aimed at bringing together all stakeholders, including the administrators, school proprietors, community leaders, teachers, students, religious leaders, government officials, parents, security agencies, etc, under the same atmosphere to address the root causes of moral decadence in the society.

 

Theme: Education Beyond The School

Classroom: Addressing The Root Causes Of Moral Decadence In The Society

 

According to the convener of the summit, Arthur Igbolaju Richard who doubles as the publisher of Bottomline News Magazine online, the aim of this school summit is to promote education beyond the school classroom, and to help tackle the issue of moral decadence amongst our young population.

 

The summit will also recognize with awards deserving members of the society who have distinguished themselves by using their positions and resources to advance the development and advancement of education, and also those who have played excellent and exemplary role in building and developing the society.

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Chrisland University Forges Strategic Partnership with ICSAN

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Chrisland University Forges Strategic Partnership with ICSAN

 

 

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That In a significant step towards fostering collaboration and academic excellence, Chrisland University hosted a formal event marking the signing of a landmark Linkage Agreement with the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN).

 

 

Chrisland University Forges Strategic Partnership with ICSAN

 

The ceremony, which was held at the Senate Chamber of the University, commenced with an inspiring opening address by the Vice-Chancellor of Chrisland University, Professor Chinedum Peace Babalola, who emphasized the importance of strengthening ties between academia and professional bodies to equip students with essential leadership and administrative skills.

 

 

 

While speaking on the opportunities that will accrue through the programs, the Chairman of the Governing Council of the institute, Mrs. Funmi Ekundayo, assured the University that the students and staff would benefit through the practical insights that will be brought to bear by the Governance experts. The President of ICSAN further highlighted the shared vision and commitment towards advancing governance and professional ethics in Nigeria.

 

Chrisland University Forges Strategic Partnership with ICSAN

 

 

The event culminated in the formal signing of the Linkage Agreement, symbolizing a promising partnership poised to offer students enriched learning experiences and greater access to professional development opportunities.

 

 

 

This collaboration is set to drive innovation and career readiness and contribute to the overall intellectual growth of Chrisland University staff and students.

 

 

 

ICSAN is an offshoot of the International professional body with its headquarters in London and associations in Commonwealth countries. The Institute is a member of the Corporate Secretaries International Association (CSIA). The Geneva-registered global organization is the global voice of corporate secretaries and governance professionals.

 

 

 

This linkage agreement will allow providing professional training and certification to our undergraduate students in the disciplines of Law, Economics, Business Administration, Public Administration, and Accounting.

 

 

 

The collaboration may also extend to providing training and certification to staff in the University Community in the areas of Corporate Governance and Administration, Corporate Secretaryship, and Corporate Financial Management.

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Ajadi Commends Reversal Of Age Limit For WASCE, NECO

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Ajadi Commends Reversal Of Age Limit For WASCE, NECO

Ajadi Commends Reversal Of Age Limit For WASCE, NECO

 

 

 

 

Sahara Weekly Reports That A leader of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) Olufemi Ajadi has commended the Federal Government for reversing itself on the 18 years minimum age to sit West Africa School Certificate Examinations, (WASCE) and the National Examinations Council (NECO).

 

 

Ajadi Commends Reversal Of Age Limit For WASCE, NECO

 

 

 

He said: “This decision has portrayed President Bola Tinubu’s administration as a listening one.” However, Ajadi told the Federal Government to reverse the fuel pump hike which has piled more pressure on the suffering masses.

 

The Minister of Education, Tahir Mamman, had announced that beginning from the next academic session, students below 18 years will not be allowed to sit for WAEC and NECO, a decision that was greeted with condemnation by many Nigerians, including Ajadi.

 

He had urged the government not to implement such a policy in the interest of many youths who are already in Senior Secondary Schools and may have to sit at home for many years to reach the age of 18.

 

On Friday, the Minister of State for Education Tanko Sununu said the government never restricted the age for students to sit for WAEC and NECO to 18 years.

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