Nigeria’s education system must adapt to the demands of a rapidly changing digital economy, with artificial intelligence (AI) and digital literacy introduced as compulsory subjects in secondary schools and tertiary institutions, the Vice-Chancellor of Summit University, Offa, Kwara State, Professor…
Nigeria’s efforts to prepare students for a technology-driven economy could depend partly on how well vocational and technical education lecturers learn to use artificial intelligence (AI). A new study published on 25 October 2026 has identified inadequate training, limited digital…
As African countries embrace digital education to reach more learners, a critical question deserves greater attention: how much carbon pollution does online learning generate, and can the continent measure it accurately? For millions of students, digital education offers an opportunity…
A digital skills certificate can strengthen a young Nigerian’s CV, but it does not automatically translate into employment. As employers increasingly seek practical competence alongside academic qualifications, the real question is whether online training gives job seekers the evidence, experience…
Nigerian teachers are increasingly expected to do more than teach. As schools embrace digital learning, many educators must navigate unreliable internet connections, troubleshoot faulty devices, purchase mobile data and help colleagues overcome technical difficulties, often without dedicated support or additional…
Artificial intelligence could make science lessons easier for millions of Nigerians who understand everyday explanations in Pidgin English better than formal academic English. But there is a critical question: when an AI chatbot explains gravity, electricity or the human body…
The growing use of digital learning platforms has made it easier for schools to record attendance, monitor coursework and assess student progress. However, a difficult question remains: when a student logs into an online class, does that automatically mean they…
Nigeria’s new free education data initiative raises a practical question: how much learning can 100 megabytes support? Since its nationwide rollout on 1 October 2026, eligible learners have been able to use selected educational resources without paying data charges for…
Nigeria’s private education sector is exploring a new approach to artificial intelligence, with the Association of Private Educators in Nigeria (APEN) planning to develop a locally relevant AI model tailored to the country’s school curricula, cultural values and classroom realities.…
Nigerian researchers are exploring a new way to teach complex scientific procedures through virtual reality, developing immersive learning tools that could help students understand genomics without depending entirely on expensive laboratory equipment. The initiative, led by the Institute of Genomics…
Nearly one million Nigerian students are benefiting from free digital learning under a partnership involving the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Airtel Africa and the Federal Government, as efforts intensify to make education more accessible and prepare young people for…
Artificial intelligence is changing how cybersecurity experts protect the internet, but its growing ability to uncover hidden software weaknesses is also creating fresh concerns for businesses, governments and ordinary internet users. The discovery of critical vulnerabilities in PHP, a programming…
OpenAI has entered into a research partnership with Poland’s NASK National Research Institute to improve artificial intelligence safety, strengthen cybersecurity and develop better ways to identify weaknesses in advanced AI systems. The agreement, announced on Friday, October 23, 2026, will…
Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57, bringing an end to a career that spanned more than three decades in Nigeria’s entertainment industry. The actor’s family announced his death in a statement published on his…
Nigeria’s efforts to widen access to quality education are gaining momentum as the Nigeria Learning Passport (NLP) reaches millions of learners across the country, giving pupils and teachers new ways to access educational resources beyond traditional classrooms. The digital learning…