Africa’s higher education sector is entering a new phase with the launch of a $12 million research fund designed to strengthen scientific innovation and academic collaboration across the continent. For Nigerian universities, where researchers often struggle with inadequate funding and…

In a fresh effort to promote honesty and restore confidence in Nigeria’s education system, the Dean of the School of Liberal Studies at Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH), Dr Olugbenga Ojo, has introduced a N1 million annual award designed to…

The Federal Government has announced a major overhaul of Nigeria’s Safe Schools Initiative, unveiling a new strategy aimed at making schools safer for millions of learners across the country. Leading the reforms is the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Alausa,…

The World Bank Group has officially opened applications for its 2027 Africa Fellowship Programme, offering an opportunity for talented Nigerian researchers and other eligible scholars across Sub-Saharan Africa to gain international experience in development research and policymaking. The prestigious fellowship…

As technology reshapes industries and the future of work continues to evolve, education experts are calling for a broader approach to raising children, one that extends well beyond classroom lessons and examination scores. Across Nigeria and many parts of the…

The Enugu State University of Science and Technology, ESUT, has announced a N500,000 penalty for students caught driving recklessly within and around the university after completing their final examinations. The directive, which takes effect from July 31, is aimed at…

Nigeria has recorded another milestone on the global education stage following the appointment of the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, to the Board of Directors of the Global Partnership for Education, a development that places the country at the…

Nigeria’s efforts to transform its education sector have received a significant boost on the international stage following fresh commendation from global education leaders ahead of the upcoming Global Education Summit in September. The country’s ongoing reforms, spearheaded by the Federal…

India’s decision to overhaul its public examination system through technology is attracting global attention, particularly in countries facing similar challenges with examination integrity. Following a series of high-profile paper leak scandals that triggered nationwide protests, the Indian government has launched…

India is embarking on one of its biggest education reforms in recent years after a series of examination scandals shook public confidence and disrupted the future of millions of students. The country’s response is not limited to punishing those behind…

Thousands of Nigerian graduates hoping to study abroad are preparing for one of the busiest scholarship application periods of the year as several prestigious international funding opportunities open in August 2026. From the United Kingdom to Europe and North America,…

The Federal Government has assured Nigerians that no qualified individual will be denied access to tertiary education because of poverty financial hardship. The govt noted that President Bola Tinubu’s administration has eradicated financial constraints to affordable tertiary education through student-focused…

Africa is standing at a defining moment in the global artificial intelligence conversation. While many countries are racing to deploy AI tools in classrooms, experts say the continent has an opportunity to shape something even more valuable by creating ethical…

Artificial intelligence is changing the way children learn, and many pupils now turn to AI homework assistants before asking a teacher, parent or classmate for help. Whether it is explaining difficult Mathematics, summarising a long passage or helping with an…