Jonathan seeks recalibration of Nigeria’s educational system

A former President of Nigeria, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, has called for the recalibration of the nation’s educational system to focus more on technology and innovation. Jonathan made the call during the Founder’s Day Colloquium to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Igbinedion University, established on May 10, 1999, as Nigeria’s premier private university. The colloquium, with […]


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