Nigeria’s fiscal direction is undergoing a significant shift as global economic disruptions continue to influence domestic policy decisions, with the Federal Government signalling a more responsive and data-led strategy to manage uncertainty and sustain growth. Speaking amid growing concerns over…
Nigeria’s telecoms regulator has taken a decisive step to address one of the most persistent frustrations among mobile users: poor network service. Beginning this April, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) will enforce a new directive requiring telecom operators to compensate…
In Nigeria’s evolving conversation around developmental disorders, a growing number of advocates are drawing attention to one pressing issue: the wide gap between autism awareness and actual support for affected children and their families. A recent initiative by a non-profit…
The growing culture of awarding honorary doctorate degrees in Nigeria is raising serious concerns about credibility, standards and the true meaning of excellence. What was once a rare and respected recognition for outstanding contributions to society is increasingly becoming controversial,…
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Parliament has commenced a high-level meeting aimed at addressing growing concerns around child protection across the region, as lawmakers gather in Freetown to deliberate on urgent and long-standing challenges affecting vulnerable children.…
In a dramatic shift that has caught global attention, United States President Donald Trump has agreed to suspend planned bombing operations against Iran for a period of two weeks, offering a narrow but critical window for diplomacy in an increasingly…
The Federal Government has announced the launch of the 2026 Build-A-Thon Holiday Camp, a hands-on digital learning initiative designed to equip Nigerian students with practical technology skills and prepare them for the future of work. The programme reflects a growing…
Nigeria’s examination body, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has firmly stated that the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination will proceed as planned, dismissing rumours of any postponement and urging candidates to stay focused on their preparations. The clarification…
In a significant move to strengthen Nigeria’s evolving digital economy, the Kwara State Government has trained 50 teachers in digital entrepreneurship, a development that signals a growing shift towards technology-driven education in public classrooms. The initiative, reported on April 7,…
In a renewed push to address Nigeria’s growing youth unemployment challenge, students in the Federal Capital Territory have been encouraged to make deliberate and informed career choices early in life. Education stakeholders say the decisions young people make at the…
Africa’s rapidly expanding education technology ecosystem is reshaping not just how students learn, but where they choose to study. A new wave of digital platforms, combined with rising awareness of global academic opportunities, is driving a noticeable increase in the…
The Zamfara State Government has announced a sweeping ban on signing-out carnivals and related celebrations in schools, citing growing concerns over student misconduct and the erosion of academic values. The decision, which takes immediate effect, marks a significant shift in…
The controversy surrounding a proposed land concession at Federal Government College Kano has intensified, as alumni of the institution mount pressure on the Federal Government to immediately halt the project. At the centre of the dispute is an alleged N8…
Nigeria’s growing frustration over the poor economic returns from its tertiary education system has once again come into sharp focus, as federal authorities openly admit that years of investment have not translated into meaningful national development. The concern is not…
In a show of Nigeria’s young engineering prowess, 30 standout innovation teams have been chosen to advance into the regional rounds of the Nigerian Engineering Olympiad (NEO). This development marks a defining moment in a national programme designed to link…