FG bans honorary degrees for serving politicians
Federal Government prohibits universities from awarding honorary doctorates to serving politicians. NUC reveals some pay N50 million for these titles. Read the full story.
Category : Education
Lady returns from US for NYSC, marks 1 year
A Nigerian lady living in America made emotional return for NYSC program. TikTok video reveals her journey and childhood dream fulfillment. Read her inspiring story.
N10m FIRS Essay Competition Opens for Nigerian Youths
FIRS partners with Abuja City Journal for national essay competition offering N10m total prizes. Nigerian students and young writers can showcase talent. Grand finale set for November 26 in Abuja.
Aquinas College Suspends Students for Molesting Teacher
Aquinas College in Akure suspends two male students indefinitely for allegedly molesting a female teacher. The incident raises concerns about safety of educators in Nigerian schools. Read full details.
Nile University Fights Unemployment with Innovation
Nile University commits to fighting unemployment through hands-on entrepreneurship programmes and a new French-donated fabrication lab. Discover how they are shaping future leaders.
10,000 Youths Compete in FIRS-Backed Essay Contest
Over 10,000 Nigerian youths participated in the FIRS-backed National Essay Competition, competing for ₦10 million in prizes. The grand finale is set for November 26 in Abuja.
Obi Demands Urgent Investment in Nigeria's Education
Peter Obi declares that Nigeria's national transformation is impossible without decisive investment in education. He calls for curriculum updates and better funding to combat insecurity and economic decline.
WAEC Shifts Full CBT Exam Mode to 2027
WAEC postpones full CBT exam implementation to 2027. 2026 WASSCE to be a pilot with both paper and computer options. Get the latest updates here.
Enugu begins N1.4bn ESUT fencing after 19 years
Enugu State government has commenced fencing of ESUT permanent site with N1.4 billion after 19 years of relocation. Project aims to enhance security and prevent land encroachment.
NASFAT & Al-Azhar University Boost Fountain University
NASFAT partners with Egypt's Al-Azhar University, sending scholars to Fountain University in Osogbo. A major boost for Islamic education in Nigeria. Read more!
Nigeria Ends Mother Tongue Education Policy
Nigeria's government cancels indigenous language teaching policy after WAEC, NECO failures surge. Education Minister cites evidence-based decision for English-only instruction.
Lagos Assembly Passes University of Medicine Bill
Lagos State Assembly passes the University of Medicine and Health Sciences Bill to strengthen healthcare and tackle medical staff shortages. Lawmakers also address insecurity.
MUSWEN 10th General Assembly Convenes in Gbongan
The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria held its landmark 10th General Assembly in Gbongan, addressing Nigeria's economy, education reform, and Muslim unity. Read key outcomes.
1,000 Edo Youths Empowered at Career Clinic
Over 1,000 Nigerian youths in Edo State received transformative skills training and business opportunities at Jobberman Career Clinic. Learn how this initiative is shaping careers.
Blind Society Celebrates 70 Years of Empowering Nigerians
Federal Nigeria Society for the Blind marks 70 years transforming lives through education and vocational training. Join their mission to turn blindness into achievement stories.
Duke of Edinburgh Champions Youth Leadership in Nigeria
Prince Edward calls on Nigerian youth to drive national change through non-formal education. Learn how this initiative aims to develop future leaders.
Teacher's Viral Pupil Letters on Borehole Request
A Nigerian teacher's creative writing assignment where pupils wrote formal letters requesting boreholes in their areas has gone viral on TikTok, sparking hilarious reactions online.
TETFund opens N1.39bn female hostel in Rivers
TETFund has commissioned a new N1.39 billion, 244-bed female hostel at Ken Saro-Wiwa Polytechnic, Bori, to ease student accommodation. The N50m student grant is also on track.
Students Call for Safe Learning Environment in Bauchi
Bauchi students used World Children's Day 2025 to demand safer schools, better welfare and education investment from government. UNICEF event highlights child rights progress.
Enugu Govt Starts Fencing ESUT After 19 Years
Enugu State Government has commenced the N1.4 billion fencing project for ESUT's Agbani campus after 19 years to boost security and prevent land encroachment. Read more.
UNICEF enrols 15,000 Katsina children in schools
UNICEF achieves major education milestone in Northern Nigeria, enrolling 15,000 out-of-school children in Katsina while improving nutrition and healthcare across three states.
Jolly Phonics: Nigeria's Most Successful Literacy Project
State education boards celebrate Jolly Phonics as Nigeria's most impactful literacy initiative, with 60% improvement in Primary 1 reading since 2019. Learn how this program transforms education.
Lagos Passes University of Medicine Bill into Law
Lagos State Assembly approves University of Medicine and Health Sciences bill to address medical professional shortage and boost healthcare research in Nigeria.
Covenant University Tops Africa in Global Science Ranking
Covenant University leads Africa, ranking 49th worldwide in the 2026 THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings. Discover the 18 Nigerian universities that made the global list.
Nile University Honours Ex-President Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan receives an honorary doctorate from Nile University for his democratic contributions. He urges institutions to stop honouring serving politicians.
FUNAAB Matriculates 6,356, Warns Against Misconduct
FUNAAB welcomes its largest student intake in 38 years, matriculating 6,356 students. The VC reiterates zero tolerance for misconduct as NUC approves new management programmes.
KWASUED Students Protest Mandatory NDLEA Drug Test Fee
Kwara State University of Education mandates ₦7,500 NDLEA drug test for admission clearance, sparking student protests over additional costs amid economic hardship.
Student Loses Mum After Matriculation at University of Delta
A University of Delta student shares heartbreaking story of losing her mother in an accident just one hour after her matriculation ceremony. Read the emotional details.
Larry Summers Leaves Harvard Amid Epstein Probe
Former Harvard President Larry Summers exits teaching role as Harvard investigates Epstein ties. Federal government prepares major Epstein files release. Full story inside.
Unizik to Represent Nigeria at 2026 World Varsity Games
Nnamdi Azikiwe University (Unizik) will represent Nigeria at the 2026 World University Games in Egypt after its female football and volleyball teams qualified at the NUGA Games in Jos.
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