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ASUP Demands Urgent Polytechnic Revitalisation

The Academic Staff Union of Polytechnics warns Nigeria's technical skills gap will worsen without proper funding and an end to the HND/BSc dichotomy. Read their urgent demands.

How Creative Catalyst is Funding Nigeria's Creative Economy

Chapel Hill Denham's Creative Catalyst programme tackles the funding and business support gap in Nigeria's creative sector, attracting 543 applicants and backing projects like 'Gingerrr'. Discover how it fuels economic transformation.

Young Prof Segun Aina on Academia-Industry Collaboration

Professor Segun Aina, one of Nigeria's youngest Computer Engineering professors, discusses the imperative of town-gown collaboration for national development, tackling brain drain, and leveraging technology for growth.

US Appeals Harvard Funding Ruling in Legal Battle

The Trump administration appeals a court order to release $2.7 billion in frozen research funds to Harvard University. Get the latest on this major legal and education funding battle.

Trump Appeals Order to Restore Harvard Funds

The Trump administration appeals a federal judge's decision to restore billions in funding to Harvard University. The legal battle continues over allegations of antisemitism and bias.

Naira Rate Gap Widens as Dollar Demand Rises

The exchange rate gap between Nigeria's official and parallel markets widened to N25 as the naira depreciated. Discover the causes and CBN's response to the seasonal dollar demand surge.

MTEF Approved, 2026 Budget Process Begins

The Federal Executive Council has approved the Medium-Term Expenditure Framework, setting the stage for the 2026 budget. Ministers Bagudu and Edun detail plans to manage capital rollovers and address the revenue-expenditure gap.

Nigeria's Policy-Trust Gap Among Africa's Widest

New RPI African Policy Index 2025 reveals Nigeria suffers one of Africa's largest trust gaps between policy delivery and citizen confidence. Discover the governance crisis and solutions.

Senate Confronts Nigeria's Health Funding Gap

Senate President Godswill Akpabio warns Nigeria's health funding falls critically short of commitments. The Senate moves to pass key bills, including doubling the Basic Healthcare Provision Fund, to tackle systemic crises.

Tinubu Urges Academia to Solve Nigeria's Challenges

President Bola Tinubu calls on Nigerian universities to produce impactful research addressing national issues. FUTA graduates 1030 postgraduates, including first-ever PhDs in Renewable Energy.

₦100m Bursary for 1,000 Ondo South Students

Senator Jimoh Ibrahim empowers 1,000 students in Ondo South with a ₦100 million bursary. Discover the flexible disbursement options and how this initiative supports education. Learn more about the JI Scholars program!

Regional Development Agencies Fail Despite Billions

Nigeria's regional development agencies like NDDC and NEDC continue to underperform despite massive funding. New oversight model proposed to democratize operations and ensure accountability for better results.

Shettima, Elumelu Lead SMEDAN 2025 MSME Conference

Vice President Shettima and Tony Elumelu will headline SMEDAN's 2025 GROW Nigerian Conference in Lagos from November 16-18. Features policy sessions, exhibitions, and ₦20m pitch competition.

Google's $40M Support Package for SA Media

Google agrees to pay R688 million to South African news outlets after competition watchdog investigation. Deal includes funding for local content and AI innovation.

Nigeria probes $4.6bn health grants management

The House of Representatives investigates the management of over $4.6 billion in health grants from Global Fund and USAID received between 2021 and 2025 to ensure transparency and accountability.

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