The Federal Government honoured Chief of Army Staff Lt.-Gen. Waidi Shaibu and other serving and retired personnel for gallantry and service at the 2026 AFCRD Gala Night in Abuja. Read the full list of awardees.
The University of Lagos (UNILAG) prepares to graduate 16,509 students, with 709 achieving First Class. Discover the top performers and convocation highlights for 2026.
UNILAG announces 617 First-Class graduates for its 56th convocation. Business Administration student Umeozor Benedict leads with a perfect 5.0 CGPA. Get the full breakdown.
The 9th All Africa Music Awards in Lagos began hours behind schedule, with no music stars present at the slated time. Discover the details and impact of the delayed event.
The Federal Government has banned graduation ceremonies for certain classes and mandated the reuse of durable textbooks to cut costs for parents. Learn about the new education reforms.
Dr. Fola, a Nigerian senior lecturer in public health, celebrates becoming a British citizen years after moving to the UK on a student visa. Read her inspiring story and netizens' reactions.
LASUSTECH VC, Prof. Olumuyiwa Odusanya, advises new students to be proactive, innovative, and avoid vices. He urges them to acquire skills beyond the classroom to solve national challenges.
Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum has approved automatic employment for 81 top Kashim Ibrahim University graduates. The move is a strategic investment in the state's future. Read more.
VP Shettima declares education a secure investment for Nigeria's future at Kashim Ibrahim University convocation. Governor Zulum offers jobs and scholarships to top graduates.
Tragedy strikes as five NTA Gombe journalists perish in a road accident returning from a wedding. Governor Yahaya mourns the painful loss. Read full details.
Pan-Atlantic University and Lagos Business School graduate 702 students, emphasizing that Africa's positive outlook depends on leaders blending competence with character and ethics.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara admits political turmoil hampered his first 23 months in office. He now pledges accelerated development for Bonny and Rivers State. Read more.
The Federal Government has congratulated INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan (SAN) on receiving the 'Great Ambassador of the University of Jos' award. Read the full details of this prestigious honour.
Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara admits political turmoil slowed his administration but vows accelerated development for Bonny and the state. Read his new plans.
The Polytechnic Ibadan honoured Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi, SAN Ahmed Raji & others at its 40th convocation. Governor Makinde reaffirmed education priority. Read the full report.
Dr. Daniel Olukoya charges Mountain Top University graduands to be solution-minded leaders reshaping Nigeria. Governor Umo Eno advises: 'Dream Big, Start Small.'
At The Polytechnic Ibadan's 40th convocation, Governor Seyi Makinde and Ooni Ogunwusi charged 4,393 graduands on hard work and innovation. The Ooni donated N5m for best students. Read the full report.
Transcorp Hilton Abuja officially launched the 2025 holiday season with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event featured performances, special guests, and unveiled festive packages for guests.
Emmanuel Alayande University of Education promotes 47 staff to professors, admits over 9,600 students, and injects N11.2bn into Oyo's economy. Read the full story.
Mariah Carey will perform at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics opening ceremony on February 6. The pop icon announced the news in a festive Instagram video.
A Nigerian university graduate is heartbroken after her mother passed away unexpectedly on her graduation day. The emotional story has gone viral on TikTok, drawing condolences nationwide.
At Rivers State University's convocation lecture, students were charged to adopt an entrepreneurial mindset. Dumo Lulu-Briggs & Dr. Daere Akobo urged graduates to build scalable solutions for society's needs.
Joseph Ayo Babalola University awards N29 million to its best graduates. The top female student receives N5 million from First Lady's endowment. Read about the academic excellence celebrated at the convocation.
Governor Siminalayi Fubara pledges enhanced funding for RSU & schools, focusing on infrastructure & security. 13,242 students graduated. Read his full vision for education.
Dr. Louise Ezeigwe, CEO of Belanova Apartments, gave his daughter Alexandra away in a lavish traditional wedding in Abuja. The event blended Igbo culture with modern elegance, attended by dignitaries.
A 20-year-old man, Haruna Haruna, has died after a violent altercation at a naming ceremony in Bauchi State. Get the full details on the tragic incident.
Godfrey Okoye University in Enugu will introduce mandatory drug tests for its annual marathon participants from next year to ensure fair competition and credible winners.
Lead City University celebrates its 18th convocation and 20th anniversary, graduating 3,379 students. Olubadan Oba Rashidi Ladoja and NLC pioneer Hassan Sunmonu receive honorary doctorates. Read more.
A Nigerian couple's 12-year wait for a child ends in joy as they share a heartwarming video of their son's naming ceremony. See the emotional celebration and reactions.
The 2025 GAMA Humanitarian Awards in Lagos honoured eminent Nigerians for service, innovation & social impact. Read about the inspiring stories of resilience and hope.