In what promises to be a landmark moment for scholars and media professionals alike, the Faculty of Communication and Media Studies (CMS) at Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE) is set to convene its maiden international conference on 27–28 November 2025. The…
In a recent interview, Professor Micheal Ndinechi of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) raised serious concerns about Nigeria’s higher education system. He argued that the rigid, one-size-fits-all curriculum imposed by the National Universities Commission (NUC) is stifling innovation,…
In a rallying cry to chart a more progressive course, former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has implored leaders across Northern Nigeria to fully embrace digital innovation. Addressing a gathering of Northern governors at the premiere of a Hausa-language digital…
At the recent Digital Nigeria International Conference in Abuja, Osita Oparaugo, founder and CEO of GetBundi, made a bold, urgent call: Africa must completely reimagine its education system if it is to seize the full benefits of the digital revolution.…
In a passionate press conference held by the Bauchi Zone of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), the union reiterated its unwavering commitment to defending the future of public tertiary education in Nigeria. Despite repeated setbacks, ASUU insists it…
In a brazen attack that has sent shockwaves through military and security circles, fighters from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) reportedly ambushed a Nigerian Army convoy in Borno State. According to unconfirmed but widely circulated reports, the assault…
At a landmark ceremony to mark the 77th Anniversary and Convocation Lecture of the University of Ibadan (UI), the institution’s Vice‑Chancellor, Professor Kayode O. Adebowale, asserted a compelling vision: the university’s trajectory is deeply linked with the future of Africa…
In a historic first for the continent, Nigerian engineering powerhouse Master Power Technologies (MPT) has been officially recognised under the European Code of Conduct for Energy Efficiency in Data Centres. This milestone, endorsed by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre…
In a surprising turn of events, Nigeria has officially reversed its mother-tongue education policy, shifting back to English-only instruction from pre-primary to secondary school. Announced on November 12, 2025, the Education Minister defended the move as “evidence-based,” citing concerns over…
Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), one of Nigeria’s leading tertiary institutions, has taken a decisive step to address declining student enrolment by establishing a dedicated committee to review its academic programmes. The initiative reflects the university’s commitment to sustaining academic excellence…
In a powerful appeal to the Nigerian government, the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has called for sincere, sustained investment in the nation’s educational sector, emphasising that this is the only viable path to safeguarding Nigeria’s future. The union…
In a significant development for STEM education on the continent, the 22nd edition of the 22nd Conference on Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (COMSTEDA 22) is slated to take place at the Bingu International Conference Centre in Lilongwe,…
Wall Street faced a tougher session on Friday, as major market indices slipped and investors turned cautious—driven by nagging questions around the Federal Reserve’s next move on interest rates and a wobble in mega-cap tech stocks. According to trading data,…
In an announcement that many in Africa’s technology space are calling historic, Egyptian fintech heavyweight Fawry revealed that 20% of its newly written software code now comes from artificial intelligence (AI). This isn’t just a technical detail — it signals…
Today in London, education and technology leaders gathered at the Google AI for Learning Forum, a landmark event exploring the future of learning in an AI-driven world. In a bold move to reshape educational experiences globally, Google announced $30 million…