In a pivotal regional gathering held in Dakar, Senegal, the ECOWAS Parliament has formally called for the creation of a comprehensive legal and educational policy framework to guide the use and development of artificial intelligence (AI) across West African nations.…
In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed a remarkable surge in digital learning initiatives. From mobile learning apps to AI-powered classroom tools, a new wave of innovation has begun reshaping the country’s education sector. But while these developments show promise, deep-rooted…
In a notable turn of events, the National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) has publicly endorsed the Federal Government’s initiative to transform Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) into a technical and vocational university. The announcement, made during a fact‑finding delegation…
In a landmark effort to bridge the gap between formal schooling and the demands of a digital economy, Nigeria has announced plans to integrate digital literacy as a core subject across its basic education curriculum, beginning January 2025. A Strategic…
In Abuja today, the Education Minister, Dr. Tunji Maruf Alausa, raised an urgent concern: technical colleges across Nigeria are experiencing chronically low enrolment, fuelled largely by public indifference and parental misconceptions surrounding vocational education. During a three‑day working session on…
In a bold and forward-looking move, Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Education has unveiled a tuition-free Technical Teachers Training Programme (TTTP) designed to significantly enhance the quality of technical and vocational education nationwide. Open exclusively to current technical school teachers, this one-year…
The Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT) in Zaria has issued a spirited appeal to the Federal Government and aviation authorities: to urgently enhance funding and equip the institution with modern facilities. This bold call aims to ensure NCAT lives…
In a landmark national workshop held on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) joined forces with the Federal Ministry of Education and the National Working Committee on Inclusive Education to launch a coordinated campaign…
In a decisive move to uplift the tertiary education workforce, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially unveiled the Tertiary Institution Staff Support Fund (TISSF) — a welfare‑driven, low‑interest loan scheme intended to provide academic and non‑academic staff in universities,…
In the heart of Nigeria’s rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem, two innovators—Sam Aiyesoro and Tayo Olagunju—have quietly architected what promises to become the country’s most accessible and affordable bill payment platform. What they’ve created, Plug.ng, is not just a payment app; it’s a…
Ajayi Crowther University (ACU) continues to stand out among private faith-based universities in Nigeria, blending academic innovation with moral and entrepreneurial training, even as rising concerns about its ICT-based examination systems call for urgent reform. During an on-campus tour in…
Nigeria’s Parent‑Teacher Association of Nigeria (PTAN) has publicly endorsed the Federal Ministry of Education’s newly announced policy proposing that children must be at least 12 years old before entering Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1). The endorsement signals strong parental alignment…
In Nigeria’s rapidly evolving media landscape, one truth is becoming ever more apparent: the future of journalism in Nigeria will be AI‑led. Artificial intelligence is no longer a fringe experiment—it is shaping how news is researched, reported, and consumed. From…
In a spirited display of engineering ambition and national purpose, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) and the National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) have formally renewed and elevated their joint collaboration. At the heart of this move is…
Nigeria’s shift toward a cashless economy gathered remarkable momentum in the first quarter of 2025, as electronic payment volumes surged to ₦284.9 trillion, representing a robust 22% year‑on‑year expansion compared to the ₦234.4 trillion recorded in Q1 2024, according to data published by…