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FEDERAL MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
PRESS RELEASE

19 May 2026

FG COMMENCES PAYMENT OF BEA SCHOLARS’ ALLOWANCES, REAFFIRMS SUPPORT FOR NIGERIAN STUDENTS ABROAD

The Federal Government has commenced the disbursement of approved outstanding 2025 allowances to beneficiaries of the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Programme studying in partner countries abroad.

The Federal Ministry of Education disclosed that the Central Bank of Nigeria has successfully remitted the approved funds to Nigerian Embassies and Missions for immediate disbursement to eligible scholars.

The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, stated that the released funds represent 50 percent of the approved outstanding obligations for 2025, while efforts are ongoing to facilitate payment of the balance.

According to the Minister, the funds have already reached embassy accounts, and affected missions are expected to begin immediate payments to beneficiaries. Scholars were advised to monitor their accounts as payments begin to reflect.

Dr. Alausa noted that the development demonstrates the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to the welfare and academic success of Nigerian students abroad under the Renewed Hope Agenda.

The Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to fulfilling legitimate obligations to Nigerian scholars and sustaining policies that promote quality education, student welfare, and national human capital development.

Boriowo Folasade
Director, Press and Public Relations

Lagos schools have introduced an interactive Yoruba board game to promote the language and culture among primary school pupils through play-based learning...

SAMPLE OF A LESSON PLAN/NOTE

LESSON NOTE ON DESCRIPTIVE COMPOSITION

Subject: English Language

Topic: Descriptive Composition

Class:Primary 5

Duration: 40 Minutes

Date:

Behavioural Objectives:

At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define descriptive composition.

2. Identify features of descriptive writing.

3. Describe a person, place, or object correctly.

4. Write a simple descriptive composition using clear details.

Instructional Materials:

Whiteboard

Marker

Pictures of people, places, or objects

Composition notebook

Previous Knowledge:

Pupils have learnt simple sentence construction.

INTRODUCTION

The teacher asks pupils to describe their classroom or best friend orally.

Example Questions:

What colour is your classroom?

How does your best friend look?

What can you see in the school compound?

The teacher then introduces the topic.

PRESENTATION

Meaning of Descriptive Composition

A descriptive composition is a type of writing that explains or describes a person, place, animal, object, or event clearly so that the reader can imagine it.

It uses words that appeal to the senses:

Seeing

Hearing

Smelling

Touching

Tasting

Features of Descriptive Composition

1. It gives detailed information.

2. It uses describing words (adjectives).

3. It creates a clear picture in the reader’s mind.

4. It is well organized.

5. It uses simple and clear language.

Example of Descriptive Words

Beautiful

Tall

Bright

Clean

Noisy

Sweet

Colourful

Example of a Descriptive Composition

MY CLASSROOM

My classroom is large and beautiful. The walls are painted cream and the floor is neat and clean. There are many desks and chairs arranged properly in rows.

At the front of the classroom is a big whiteboard where our teacher writes notes. The classroom has wide windows that allow fresh air and sunlight to enter.

My classmates are friendly and hardworking. I love my classroom because it is comfortable and peaceful for learning.

Teacher’s Activities

1. Explains the meaning of descriptive composition.

2. Gives examples of descriptive words.

3. Reads a sample composition to the pupils.

4. Guides pupils to describe objects in the classroom.

Pupils’ Activities

1. Listen attentively.

2. Mention descriptive words.

3. Describe objects orally.

4. Write a short descriptive composition.

Evaluation

Answer the following questions:

1. What is descriptive composition?

2. Mention three features of descriptive composition.

3. Write five descriptive words.

4. Write a short composition on “My Best Friend.”

Assignment

Write ten sentences describing your school.

Conclusion

The teacher revises the lesson by asking pupils to describe a familiar object or person and corrects mistakes where necessary.

🌹Does your school write like this or is there new method ?

Federal Government abolishes UTME for NCE and Non-technology Agriculture and Agriculture-related programmes

2026/2027 Session: Varsity, Nursing Colleges Admission Score Fixed at 150, Polytechnics 100⛳

BREAKING: FG Scraps UTME Requirement For NCE Candidates

The move is designed to ease the administrative burden on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

Candidates seeking admission into Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programmes in colleges of education will no longer be required to sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, announced this on Monday during JAMB’s 2026 policy meeting in Abuja.

Under the new guidelines, prospective students will only need a minimum of four O-level credits in their school certificate to qualify for admission.

According to the minister, the move is designed to ease the administrative burden on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

Question:
Write a letter to the Chairman of your Local Government complaining about poor sanitation in your area.

24, Independence Road,
Kano State.

10th May, 2026.

The Chairman,
Nassarawa Local Government Area,
Kano State.

Dear Sir,

LETTER OF COMPLAINT ABOUT POOR SANITATION IN OUR AREA

I am writing this letter to complain about the poor sanitation condition in our community.

For some months now, heaps of refuse have been left uncleared along the streets and drainage channels in our area. This has caused offensive smells and created an unhealthy environment for residents. During rainfall, the blocked drainage channels lead to flooding which destroys roads and makes movement difficult.

Another serious problem is the increase in mosquitoes and flies which may spread diseases such as malaria and cholera among the people living in the community. Many residents, especially children, are affected by these unhealthy conditions.

We therefore appeal to your office to send sanitation workers to clear the refuse dumps and evacuate waste regularly. Drainage channels should also be properly cleaned to allow free flow of water.

We believe that your quick intervention will help improve the health and safety of the people in our area.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Yours faithfully,
Ibrahim Sani.

Sapiential Educational LTD

Question:
Write a letter to your friend advising him or her on the importance of hard work in school.

17, BUK Road,
Kano State.

10th May, 2026.

Dear Ahmed,

LETTER TO MY FRIEND ON THE IMPORTANCE OF HARD WORK IN SCHOOL

I hope you are doing well and progressing in your studies. I received your last letter and I was happy to hear from you.

I am writing this letter to advise you on the importance of hard work in school. Hard work is one of the major keys to success in life. A student who studies seriously and completes assignments regularly will perform well in examinations.

Many successful people in society today achieved their goals through dedication and hard work. As students, we must attend classes regularly, listen attentively to our teachers, read our books daily, and avoid bad company that may distract us from our education.

Hard work also helps students to become disciplined, responsible, and confident. Although success may not come easily, patience and determination always bring good results in the future.

I therefore encourage you to take your studies seriously and remain focused on your academic goals. I believe that with hard work, you will succeed greatly in life.

Thank you and remain blessed.

Yours sincerely,
Sadiq Ibrahim.

Sapiential Educational LTD

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL NCE STUDENTS.

Congratulations to all NCE students nationwide on the approval and implementation of the Continuous Five (5)-Year NCE–Degree Programme by the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE).

According to the ministerial directives issued by the NCCE on 5th May, 2026, all Colleges of Education operating the Dual Mandate programme are to commence full implementation of the new structure from the 2026/2027 academic session. This new system provides a smooth academic pathway of 3 years for the Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) and an additional 2 years degree programme for eligible NCE graduates.

This means that students who successfully complete their NCE programme will now have the opportunity to proceed directly into the degree programme at 300 Level within the same academic structure, making the process easier, faster, and more coordinated.

The initiative is aimed at strengthening the value of the NCE qualification as the minimum teaching standard while also creating a seamless transition to Bachelor’s degree certification within Colleges of Education.

We sincerely appreciate the Federal Ministry of Education and the NCCE for this remarkable development which will greatly benefit students and the education sector nationwide.

Congratulations once again to all NCE students, aspirants, and stakeholders across Nigeria. Greater opportunities are ahead.

Lagos State Eko Schools Arts and Crafts Competition for Secondary Schools and TertiaryInstitutions- 2.0.

Theme: This is Lagos!

Registration Details:
opens: Monday, 4th May 2026
Closes: Monday, 25th May 2026.

Registration portal:https://www.ekoschoolsartsandcrafts.com

Students are invited to register for the competition.

Don't miss your chance to tell the Lagos story through your art.