Olatunji Alausa
Olatunji Alausa is the current Minister of Education in Nigeria, known for his pivotal role in reinstating the minimum age for admission into tertiary institutions to 16 years. His decision to allow exceptional candidates under this age to be considered for admission marks a significant shift in educational policy, reflecting an understanding of the needs of gifted students. Alausa's leadership is characterized by collaboration with educational stakeholders and a commitment to maintaining academic standards while providing opportunities for talented youth.
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Dr Olatunji Alausa has acknowledged the concerns raised by the Nigeria Union of Teachers regarding the implementation of the new National Minimum Wage for primary school teachers.
FCT Teachers' Strike: Minister seeks Dialogue
Nigeria· 2025-06-30
Dr. Olatunji Alausa is the Honourable Minister of Education who was mentioned in relation to the BEA Programme.
FG denies report of plan to reintegrate BEA scholarsNigeria· 2025-05-17
Olatunji Alausa has called for the extension of the mandatory National Youth Service Corps scheme from one to two years.
Education minister seeks extension of NYSC to two yearsNigeria· 2025-04-05
Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, directed that the new university be included in the 2025 budget.
Southern Kaduna youths promise Tinubu, Shettima supportNigeria· 2025-03-28
Olatunji Alausa is the current education minister who reinstated the previous benchmark of 16 years for admission.
JAMB sets 320 UTME benchmark for under-16 candidatesNigeria· 2025-02-11
