In most African families, punishment is often considered to be the best way to teach discipline, respect and obedience. Yet a British study raises questions about whether hitting children helps them develop or creates difficulties that follow them into adolescence.…
A cyberattack investigation shows that criminals are using artificial intelligence to take control of compromised education networks in Africa. The problem goes beyond using AI to write phishing messages. Attackers are using AI agents to direct technical activity after gaining…
Mrs Eke Regina Nnenna has officially assumed office as the 19th State Coordinator of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Gombe State, following a leadership transition at the organisation’s state secretariat. She takes over from Mrs Chinwe Nnenna Nwachuku,…
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly common in Nigerian classrooms, questions about student privacy and data ownership are becoming harder to ignore. Every time a student uses an AI-powered learning platform to ask questions, complete assignments, practise mathematics or receive personalised…
The Odu’a Investment Foundation has trained more than 4,500 students in artificial intelligence (AI), coding and other digital skills through its Byte Busters Coding Club, expanding access to technology education across Southwest Nigeria. The initiative, implemented under the Digital Education…
Universities across the world are facing increasing pressure to rethink their examination systems as students become more dependent on artificial intelligence (AI) tools to complete academic assessments. The growing use of platforms such as ChatGPT, Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot…
The Managing Director of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr, has called on former students of Igbobi College, Lagos, to increase their contributions towards modernising the institution and improving its educational facilities. Sawyerr, who is also an alumnus…
The United Kingdom and five northern Nigerian states have pledged to maintain education reforms introduced through a UK-funded development programme, following the completion of an initiative that reached more than two million children and supported the training of over 25,000…
Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly important part of education, and Nigerian education technology company Edves is stepping up efforts to make the technology more useful to teachers, school administrators and students. As it marks 10 years of operations, the…
Teachers are changing how they conduct classroom examinations as artificial intelligence (AI) tools make it increasingly easy for students to generate essays, solve mathematical problems and complete assignments without demonstrating their own understanding. The shift is moving assessments away from…
Artificial intelligence is opening new opportunities for students across Africa, with education technology innovators using WhatsApp, SMS and other familiar mobile platforms to deliver academic support to learners who may not have access to private tutors, expensive devices or reliable…
Six African innovators are using artificial intelligence (AI) to address educational challenges, from helping students understand difficult subjects to finding scholarships and preparing for technology-driven careers. Their work highlights how homegrown solutions can make learning more accessible, personalised and relevant…
Africa’s education system may not need expensive technology to reach every learner. In communities where internet connectivity is unreliable, electricity is limited, and smartphones remain unaffordable for many families, a simple text message could help children continue learning. SMS-based learning…
The UK government has raised financial maintenance requirements for foreign students applying for a Student Visa. Effective November 30, 2026, applicants intending to study in London must prove access to at least £14,130 to cover their living expenses. According to…
As artificial intelligence continues to reshape workplaces, Nigerian graduates preparing to enter the labour market in 2027 will need more than academic qualifications to stand out. Employers increasingly value candidates who can use AI tools, interpret data, solve practical problems…
