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Prof Onwueme Calls for Major Education Investment

Nigerian literary icon, Prof Osonye Tess Onwueme, marks 70th birthday with a powerful plea for increased funding and value restoration in the country's education sector. Read her full statement.

FG, CREDICORP Empower 10,000 Women with Mobility Assets

The Nigerian government and CREDICORP have launched a programme to provide 10,000 women nationwide with vehicles, tricycles, and motorcycles to boost their participation in transport and logistics. Discover how this initiative aims to drive economic growt

FG Pays ₦22,500 Stipend to 42,000 TVET Trainees

The Federal Government has started paying monthly stipends to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) beneficiaries. Over 42,000 trainees have received ₦22,500 each. Read more.

LCCI Honours Winners of AI and Robotics Competition

Lagos Chamber of Commerce and Industry celebrates young innovators in AI and robotics essay contest. Winners received cash, laptops, and seed investment. Discover how Nigerian youths are shaping the future.

Educating Girls Key to Ending Gender Violence in Nigeria

As 16 Days of Activism begins, UN official Trond Jensen argues that investing in girls' education and women's empowerment is the most effective strategy to reduce GBV in Nigeria's conflict-affected northeast. Read the full analysis.

N54m Scholarship for 2,199 Katsina Students

Hon. Abdullahi Ahmed empowers 2,199 students with over N54 million in scholarships and announces job opportunities for 420 constituents. A major boost for education and youth development in Musawa/Matazu.

Tinubu to Women: Embrace Digital Skills, Start Small

First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges Nigerian women to embrace digital skills and start small for economic empowerment. Learn how NITDA's training program is transforming women's futures across Nigeria.

Lagos teen wins N10m UBA essay competition

13-year-old Ebunoluwa Oluwatimilehin has won the 2025 UBA National Essay Competition, securing a N10 million university grant. Discover how young Nigerians are shaping the nation's future.

Kano employs 400 math teachers for STEM boost

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has deployed 400 new Mathematics teachers in Kano to strengthen science education and improve student performance in STEM fields. This is part of a broader education emergency plan.

Nigeria Scraps Mother-Tongue Education Policy

Education Minister Dr. Tunji Alausa's decision to scrap Nigeria's mother-tongue teaching policy sparks outrage. Experts defend indigenous languages as vital for cognitive development and cultural identity. This policy reversal must be stopped.

Alausa's Education Reforms Transform Nigerian Schools

Education Minister Dr Maruf Alausa launches sweeping digital reforms including smartboards, credential verification system and curriculum changes to revolutionize Nigerian schools. Learn about the future of education.

Miva Open University Admits 8,000 in Record Intake

Miva Open University marks its biggest admission cycle with over 8,000 fresh students. Discover how the institution is bridging Nigeria's education gap with AI and nationwide study centres.

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