Nigeria stands at a crossroads. The recent policy decision to make mathematics optional for students seeking admission into arts and humanities courses might appear friendly on the surface — an attempt to ease academic load and widen access. But if…
In a development that has shaken confidence in Nigeria’s tertiary education sector, a Joint Committee of the House of Representatives has revealed extensive schemes of certificate forgery across multiple higher institutions, demanding far sterner punishment be meted out to offenders…
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dr. Dele Alake, has called for the immediate closure of schools in Nigeria that charge tuition fees in foreign currencies such as the dollar or pound sterling. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday during the…
As artificial intelligence (AI) advances faster than most policies meant to govern it, a serious question looms: could AI create a permanent underclass — a group of people forever left behind in the labour market, whose jobs are irreversibly displaced…
A scandal of monumental proportions is now unravelling at the heart of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA). Mr Nwankwoeze Williamson Chijioke, currently the Director of Lands in the Mass Housing Department (MHD) under the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA),…
In a bold move to place Nigeria at the forefront of sustainable innovation, the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) has stepped up its efforts to galvanise green technology adoption across government, industry, academia and civil society. At the heart…
In a significant move toward inclusive, equitable education, Zambia is witnessing a powerful collaboration between Ecobank Zambia and the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA). Their joint effort is centred on equipping differently abled students with technological tools to…
The global Aurora Tech Award has unveiled its latest initiative to empower women-led startups across Nigeria and other developing regions. The award, powered by mobility and technology company inDrive, seeks to close the gender gap in technology entrepreneurship by supporting…
In recent years, Nigeria has decisively shifted the conversation around Artificial Intelligence from idle speculation to active implementation. What once was a page in policy documents is now becoming visible in real sectors—healthcare, agriculture, finance, and logistics. The central question…
Apple has stirred excitement once again. In a terse but telling teaser, the company hinted at “something powerful” on the way — and the tech world is abuzz with speculation that a new MacBook Pro may be at the centre…
On 14 October 2025, SemiQon, in partnership with VTT, clinched the coveted “Impact Expected” award from EARTO (the European Association of Research and Technology Organisations). Their groundbreaking cryogenic CMOS chip technology, designed for quantum computing and space applications, was singled…
Lagos has officially become the heartbeat of a new continental movement as the Africa School Games make their long-awaited debut this week. Hosted at the British International School, the event represents more than a celebration of youthful athleticism — it…
Nigeria’s e-commerce sector is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by an expanding base of internet users, evolving consumer behaviour, and the emergence of agile local players. Yet, as opportunity grows, so does competition—especially from informal sellers using social media and…
In a striking escalation of the long-standing friction between organised labour and the federal government, the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has officially thrown down the gauntlet over the deepening crisis in the public university and tertiary education system. The union’s…
Each year, on 15 October, the world — or at least a large part of the global education community — pauses to observe world students day. In 2025, that date falls on a Wednesday. The day carries a special resonance:…