In a bold move to improve education for young learners in rural Kenya, Safaricom and the M-Pesa Foundation have launched a major project to construct a modern learning environment at Sango PAG Primary School in Lugari. This initiative represents a…
In a major development for Nigeria’s farming sector, the African Development Bank Group has authorised a $200 million loan to expand agricultural productivity and strengthen food systems across the country. This significant financial backing targets Phase Two of the National…
A new chapter is opening for Nigeria’s technology ecosystem as the Federal Government and global tech company Ericsson unveil the Connect NextGen Hackathon, a four-month innovation challenge designed to equip young Nigerians with world-class digital skills. The launch event took…
In a stirring message delivered in Abuja this week, one of Nigeria’s most influential public servants stressed that the nation’s survival and global competitiveness are deeply tied to the quality and direction of its education system. Femi Gbajabiamila, Chief of…
In a major boost for African technology and security, Nigerian defence-technology startup Terra Industries has secured an additional $22 million in funding just weeks after a record investment round. This fresh capital brings its total raised to $34 million and…
On Monday, February 16, 2026, millions of users around the world, including in Nigeria, reported that the social media platform X was inaccessible for significant periods of the day. Users attempting to load the app or access the website were…
In a strong clarification that has captured national attention, the Federal Government of Nigeria has reaffirmed that federal universities across the country remain tuition-free for undergraduate students. This assertion comes amid a swirl of confusion and widespread media reports claiming…
In a compelling address at the 5th Combined Convocation Ceremony of Kogi State Polytechnic in Lokoja, Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo underscored the pivotal role of education in shaping the future of Kogi State and Nigeria at large. The governor said…
In a decisive move that reflects renewed commitment to improving education for out-of-school children across Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has given presidential approval for a fresh leadership team to steer the National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children Education.…
Investors around the world are rethinking their positions in publicly traded companies as fears over artificial intelligence reshape how markets behave. Even when quarterly earnings are strong, senior executives and fund managers are increasingly concerned about the pace and impact…
In a move that has caught the attention of policy watchers and everyday Nigerians alike, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has demonstrated renewed commitment to institutional reform by unveiling a modern education facility inside the Kirikiri Medium Security Custodial Centre…
In a revealing discussion that has stirred fresh debate within the education sector, Professor Josiah Ajiboye, the immediate past Registrar of the Teachers’ Registration Council of Nigeria, has called for a comprehensive overhaul of the curriculum used in Nigeria’s Colleges…
In a move that has captured the attention of educators, students, and policymakers across Nigeria, the European University of Nigeria, Abuja (EUN) was officially launched in the nation’s capital this week with a clear mission to change the way tertiary…
A storm of social media criticism over the alleged exclusion of the Igbo people from a popular Nigerian history textbook has drawn a firm response from the publishing team at Accessible Publishers Ltd and the authors of the series. Amid…
Nigeria’s journey towards sustainable economic and social transformation is increasingly tied to how well the country develops its human capital. As demographic pressures rise and technological shifts continue to reshape the global landscape, education, health and skills development have emerged…