In a decisive policy shift, the Federal Government has set 16 years as the minimum age for admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Announced on July 8, 2025, during the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) policy meeting in Abuja, the…
When Chinese President Xi Jinping launched his sweeping electrification campaign in 2014, few outside Beijing felt its ripple effects. Today, China is estimated to derive nearly 30% of its energy from electricity—more than any Western nation—and is reshaping its national…
As we cross the halfway point of 2025, the contours of global economic power are more visible—and volatile—than ever. Market capitalisation remains the gold standard for measuring corporate influence, and this year’s Top 10 Most Valuable Companies Worldwide 2025 reflect a…
In 2025, the tech world is buzzing with momentum. A wide-ranging lineup of technology conferences across AI, cloud, cybersecurity, connectivity, developer platforms, and emerging markets is set to reshape industries, ignite innovation, and deepen expertise. For professionals across roles—from engineers…
In an inspiring display of corporate social responsibility, Fidelity Bank Plc has taken a decisive step toward improving educational access in underserved communities by launching its innovative “Lighting Young Minds” initiative. The bank has donated 1,000 solar-powered school bags to…
For ambitious founders across Africa, the moment to excel in the realm of artificial intelligence has arrived. The Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) Africa has launched its much-anticipated MEST AI Startup Program, offering a fully-funded pathway—including the chance to…
Nigeria’s position as Africa’s startup epicentre is in turbulent waters. Despite a flurry of policies designed to prop up innovation, a troubling wave of tech company closures is sweeping the nation — exposing deeper vulnerabilities in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. In…
As Knife Capital marks a significant milestone—its 15th year of driving innovation and entrepreneurship—the venture capital firm has taken a bold step into the education and healthcare technology sectors. With dual Series A investments in fintech‑leveraged education startup Sticitt and digitally…
In a move that will directly impact the admission prospects of millions of Nigerian students, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has confirmed that it will finalise the national admission cut‑off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session on July…
The Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) took a decisive leap forward this week by approving a groundbreaking Engineering Residency Programme—a mandatory, one-year post-graduation scheme designed to strengthen engineering education and practice nationwide. The announcement comes ahead…
New Horizons Nigeria has secured a stunning victory at the recent AFRIBIS Excellence Awards, earning the prestigious title of “Most Innovative IT Training & Certification Brand of the Year.” In a field brimming with ambition and talent, this accolade marks…
In recent weeks, prominent polytechnic advocate and retired Rector of Osun State College of Technology (OSCOTECH), Dr. Samson Adegoke, delivered a searing indictment of Nigeria’s educational priorities. He warns that the longstanding neglect of polytechnic institutions is directly hampering technological…
In a landmark move toward understanding and strengthening Nigeria’s social fabric, the Africa Polling Institute (API) has officially launched its 2025 Nigeria Social Cohesion Data Report in Abuja. Supported by the Ford Foundation, this critical initiative—aptly themed “Rebuilding Citizens’ Trust…
In a bold and visionary move, less than a year into his tenure, Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has unveiled a ₦1 billion annual bursary fund to support tertiary-level students hailing from the state. At a recent town hall meeting…
NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (HKEX: 777), a global trailblazer in interactive internet experiences, has been awarded the prestigious “Education Innovation & Technology – Rising Star” accolade at the 2025 Hong Kong Sustainable Development Innovation & Technology Awards. Organised by the…
