Discover the leading Canadian scholarships for Nigerian students in 2026, including Vanier, Lester B. Pearson, and UBC awards. Learn how to apply for full funding covering tuition and living expenses.
The hiring of Indian technicians for Dangote Refinery reveals a deep skills crisis in Nigeria and Africa. This analysis explores the failure of technical education and the path to true sovereignty.
Senator Victor Umeh grants N64m scholarships to 326 indigent students in Anambra. Peter Obi praises the move, calling it vital for national development. Read the full story.
The Arewa Defence League accuses the Tinubu administration of abandoning Nigerian BEA scholars abroad, citing broken promises and a controversial new budget allocation. Read the full details.
Dr. Diran Fawibe, through IESL, signs a Deed of Gift for a UI research facility and MoU for scholarships. A landmark in industry-university collaboration for Nigeria's future leaders.
Former VP Atiku Abubakar alleges the Tinubu administration neglected 1,600 Nigerian scholars overseas after BEA scholarship suspension, leaving them in severe financial distress. Full report.
Atiku Abubakar criticises Tinubu's govt for abandoning Nigerian students under Bilateral Education Agreement. Over 1,600 students stranded, owed $6,000 each. Details inside.
Governor Dauda Lawal has presented certificates to 50 Zamfara scholarship graduates whose results were withheld for nine years at Crescent University, Abeokuta, due to unpaid fees.
Nigeria's revamped TVET initiative records over 13 million applications, aiming to tackle unemployment and skills gap. Can it deliver on its promise for national development?
Equal Education Chances (EEC) is transforming lives for children with disabilities in Nigeria and the UK through inclusive education and vocational training. Founder Mary Olanrewaju advocates for opportunity over pity.
Aliko Dangote Foundation unveils a historic N1 trillion scholarship programme to support 1.3 million students across Nigeria's 774 LGAs over ten years, targeting STEM, girls' education, and teacher training.
SBA Group launches 'The SBA Solution,' reinforcing its role as Sub-Saharan Africa's critical FMCG technical backbone. Discover how they ensure operational continuity and cost efficiency for over 100 manufacturers.
Governor Dauda Lawal has presented long-awaited certificates to 50 Zamfara students whose graduation was delayed for nine years due to unpaid fees. This move underscores his administration's commitment to education.
The Federal Government has launched the Nigeria Polytechnic Foundation (NIPOF) to reposition polytechnics as hubs of technical expertise and innovation. This initiative aims to boost skills development and youth employability.
NANS demands urgent action for Nigerian students stranded in Morocco, alleging neglect and a death. Federal Government denies claims, citing fiscal constraints. Full story on the clash.
UK-based philanthropist Marcel Ngogbehei launches a Community Scholarship Programme to support talented, underserved students in Nigeria. The initiative focuses on academic excellence, character, and leadership.
NANS raises alarm over abandoned Nigerian scholarship students in Morocco, citing hardship and a death. Government denies claims, citing fiscal constraints. Read the full story.
The Federal Government clarifies all valid scholarship beneficiaries in Morocco were paid up to 2024. No new awards issued after October 2025. Get the full details.
The Federal Government, backed by the World Bank, is launching a national job portal to directly connect skilled TVET graduates with employers, aiming to train 1 million Nigerians.
A new list of fully funded international scholarships for 2026 study is out. Nigerian students can apply for Master's, PhD, and research programmes in Europe, Asia, Australia & the Middle East. Apply now!
The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics warns Nigeria's technical skills gap will worsen without proper funding and an end to the HND/BSc dichotomy. Read their urgent demands.
Abundance Grace Outreach distributed school supplies & food to 600 pupils in Okrika, Rivers State, awarding five N100,000 scholarships. The initiative spreads festive joy and supports education.
Ondo State's OSOPADEC announces completion of abandoned projects, shoreline protection for coastal communities, and bursary disbursement. Read more.
Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso discloses he sold personal assets to fund overseas education for Kano youths after government sponsorship ended. Over 300 PhD holders gathered at the inaugural Kwankwasiyya scholars' convention.
Dangote Cement Plc has increased its scholarship fund for Benue host communities from N10m to N30m, benefiting over 230 students. Learn about the expanded reach and commitment to education.
Alumni of Muhammadu Nya Primary School, Jalingo, call for urgent investment in infrastructure and scholarships to sustain the legacy of the historic institution ahead of its 2027 centenary.
The Ajayi Foundation has awarded scholarships to students at Femi Gbajabiamila School in Lagos, easing financial burdens and promoting academic excellence. Read more about this community-driven initiative.
Senator Rabiu Kwankwaso's scholarship initiative has produced over 300 PhD holders and thousands of professionals. Read about the historic convention and its impact on Nigeria's human capital.
Nigerian literary icon, Prof Osonye Tess Onwueme, marks 70th birthday with a powerful plea for increased funding and value restoration in the country's education sector. Read her full statement.
A Nigerian student studying abroad on a scholarship was reportedly expelled for excessive absenteeism, highlighting the strict rules international students face. Read the full story and reactions.