The World Bank Group has officially opened applications for its 2027 Africa Fellowship Programme, offering an opportunity for talented Nigerian researchers and other eligible scholars across Sub-Saharan Africa to gain international experience in development research and policymaking. The prestigious fellowship…
Africa’s ability to feed its rapidly growing population will depend largely on how governments, investors and development partners respond to the continent’s agricultural challenges, according to the Agricultural Research Council of Nigeria. The council has called for stronger investment in…
As technology reshapes industries and the future of work continues to evolve, education experts are calling for a broader approach to raising children, one that extends well beyond classroom lessons and examination scores. Across Nigeria and many parts of the…
The Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, has announced a N500,000 penalty for students caught driving recklessly within and around the university after completing their final examinations. The directive, which takes effect from July 31, is aimed at…
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic (MAPOLY), Abeokuta, has taken a major step towards transforming higher education in Nigeria with the unveiling of what is being described as the country’s first dedicated 10 Gigabits per second smart campus fibre network. The project marks…
Nigeria has recorded another milestone on the global education stage following the appointment of the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, to the Board of Directors of the Global Partnership for Education, a development that places the country at the…
Nigeria’s efforts to transform its education sector have received a significant boost on the international stage following fresh commendation from global education leaders ahead of the upcoming Global Education Summit in September. The country’s ongoing reforms, spearheaded by the Federal…
India’s decision to overhaul its public examination system through technology is attracting global attention, particularly in countries facing similar challenges with examination integrity. Following a series of high-profile paper leak scandals that triggered nationwide protests, the Indian government has launched…
Nigeria’s technology ecosystem took centre stage once again as the 2026 edition of the Titans of Tech Africa Awards brought together some of the continent’s biggest names in information and communication technology to celebrate innovation, leadership and excellence. Held in…
Africa’s digital economy is expanding at an unprecedented pace, bringing new opportunities for businesses, governments and millions of young people. From digital banking and online education to e-commerce and artificial intelligence, technology has become deeply woven into everyday life across…
Artificial intelligence is no longer a specialised skill reserved for software developers and data scientists. It is quickly becoming a workplace necessity for professionals in virtually every industry. From healthcare and education to finance, law, agriculture and customer service, employers…
India is embarking on one of its biggest education reforms in recent years after a series of examination scandals shook public confidence and disrupted the future of millions of students. The country’s response is not limited to punishing those behind…
Nigeria’s financial technology industry has become one of Africa’s greatest innovation success stories, transforming how millions of people save, transfer and access money. Yet, as fintech companies continue to expand into banking, lending, payments and wealth management, the Central Bank…
Thousands of Nigerian graduates hoping to study abroad are preparing for one of the busiest scholarship application periods of the year as several prestigious international funding opportunities open in August 2026. From the United Kingdom to Europe and North America,…
A quiet revolution is unfolding across Africa, and it is being powered not by oil, minerals or agriculture, but by digital skills. From bustling innovation hubs in Lagos to thriving technology communities in Nairobi, a new generation of Africans is…