When Nigeria’s president, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, led the federal delegation to Yokohama for the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9), it marked more than just another diplomatic appearance—it symbolised an ambitious turn, a renewed commitment to…
Nigeria’s creative economy has long been celebrated as a powerhouse of culture and innovation. From Nollywood to Afrobeats, fashion to digital content, the sector drives not only cultural pride but also economic value. This week, the Technology for Social Change…
At a recent two-day capacity-building workshop, the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) restated its determination to drive digital transformation across Nigeria’s universities, polytechnics and colleges of education. The Fund brought together key leaders—vice-chancellors, registrars, bursars, directors of academic planning, ICT…
Nigeria is steadily shifting from being just a consumer of digital tools to becoming a hub for innovation, data, and large-scale technology solutions. That ambition took centre stage recently when the Nigeria-China Strategic Partnership (NCSP) presented Nigeria to the world…
The Federal Government has moved swiftly to clear the air over widespread reports suggesting that it had entered into a new agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). Minister of State for Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, while addressing…
In a firm show of dedication to safeguarding the future of higher education in Nigeria, the Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) chapter of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has reaffirmed its commitment to revitalising the…
When you walk through the buzzing heart of Kaduna’s Panteka market, the sound of hammers striking metal and the sharp scent of welding sparks fill the air. Here, thousands of young apprentices learn by doing, crafting tools, repairing engines, and…
In a stirring move to shine a spotlight on outstanding tech talent across the continent, MOBEX Africa has officially kicked off the call for nominations for its much-anticipated 2025 Innovation Awards—widely regarded as Africa’s most prestigious recognition for digital ingenuity.…
Nigeria is basking in global recognition as Dr. Bosun Tijani, the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, has been named among TIME magazine’s 2025 TIME100 Most Influential People in Artificial Intelligence. Published on Thursday, 28 August 2025, the TIME100…
In recent years, Africa has made remarkable progress in digital literacy and infrastructure—the rollout of mobile broadband and the expansion of mobile money ecosystems have connected millions more than ever before. Yet, despite these gains, online banking adoption remains stubbornly…
In a move that could alter the trajectory of Nigeria’s higher education sector, the Federal Government (FG) yesterday unveiled a 25-member committee charged with designing the “Nigerian Education Data Initiative.” Simultaneously, the government emphasised that it has yet to enter…
Nigeria’s higher education system stands at a vital crossroads. While our growing population continues to seek access to tertiary institutions, we must recognise that quantity without quality serves little purpose. A recent opinion piece raised an important concern: thousands of…
As of 28–29 August 2025, a significant global convergence is underway in Santiago de Chile — the World Summit on Teachers (WST). Organised by UNESCO and hosted by the Government of Chile, this summit is nothing short of a watershed.…
In a powerful, timely address in Abuja, the Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), Mr. Sonny Echono, delivered a clear message to university vice-chancellors, polytechnic rectors, and college principals alike: enough with the hesitation—our day-to-day operations, teaching,…
Education in Kwara State is about to undergo one of its most significant transformations in decades. On 28 August 2025, the government announced the rollout of a ₦20 billion education infrastructure programme designed to modernise schools across all 193 wards…