Kaduna State House of Assembly pledges swift passage of a Life Skills Education Bill to protect students, especially girls, from abuse and improve education quality. Learn about the bill's key focus areas.
Kris Asimoye Ugboma, wife of comedian Bovi, shares the stark contrast between the 'soft life' in Nigeria with maids and drivers, and the demanding DIY reality of living abroad with kids. Read her full story.
The hiring of Indian technicians for Dangote Refinery reveals a deep skills crisis in Nigeria and Africa. This analysis explores the failure of technical education and the path to true sovereignty.
The World Bank urges governments to transform public works programmes from short-term jobs to skills-building initiatives in care, digital, and green sectors for lasting employment.
Governor Babagana Zulum has empowered 400 vulnerable women and girls in Borno with N40 million grants and scholarships for skills acquisition and education. Read how this initiative is transforming lives.
Nigeria's revamped TVET initiative records over 13 million applications, aiming to tackle unemployment and skills gap. Can it deliver on its promise for national development?
Equal Education Chances (EEC) is transforming lives for children with disabilities in Nigeria and the UK through inclusive education and vocational training. Founder Mary Olanrewaju advocates for opportunity over pity.
Aptech Nigeria launches a new AI Career Program offering tech skills, paid internships, and pathways to international degrees. Learn how to apply for this job-ready training.
Guardian Life's weekly series 'Navigating Life' kicks off 2026 with a radical idea: ditch predictable goals for weird, joyful ones. Discover how to live with more intention, drama, and curiosity.
Nigeria ranks 29th globally in the 2025 EF English Proficiency Index, placing 5th in Africa. Discover the key factors behind the nation's strong English language skills and see the full top 10 list.
Omidan Health and Empowerment Initiative launches Girls Thrive, a co-created FLHE programme for girls 15-19 in Gbazango, Abuja, funded by Philantify. Empowering health, leadership & economic resilience.
Bergson Education in Ibeju-Lekki champions holistic learning, blending academics with self-confidence, resilience, and life-saving skills to prepare children for a dynamic world. Discover their transformative journey.
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.
Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc paid N35.3 billion in claims by September 2025, a record high. The payout shows strong commitment to policyholders amid economic challenges. Read the full breakdown.
Kavod Relief Initiative partners with GICD in Jos, replacing cash prizes with laptops and tech training for adolescents. Discover how sports is a gateway to digital empowerment.
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.
Governor Uba Sani signs Kaduna's N985.9bn 2026 budget, prioritizing education with 25%. See the full sectoral breakdown and focus on grassroots projects.
Analysis reveals the proposed Customs, Excise and Tariff Amendment Bill lacks Nigeria-specific evidence, risks 1.5 million jobs, and contradicts fiscal stability goals. Lawmakers urged to pause for broader consultation.
Microsoft reveals its partnership with Nigeria has trained over 4 million citizens in digital skills since 2021. The tech giant now plans to train 350,000 more in AI to harness Africa's $1.5 trillion opportunity. Read more.
Push Africa partners with AUST to train and empower millions with industry skills. Over 100 healthcare assistants graduate in Abuja, marking a step towards reducing unemployment.
Education experts and CSOs in Oyo State call for enhanced transparency and citizen oversight in schools to improve learning outcomes. Key actions identified.
Education stakeholders at the EWAN 2025 summit call for a national shift towards skill-based learning to curb exam malpractice and drive development. Read the full report.
The Nigerian Senate is considering a bill to create a single, toll-free emergency number. This unified system aims to replace scattered helplines, improving response times for police, fire, and medical services nationwide.
The Adunni Save A Girl Foundation held its inaugural Girl Child Summit in Lagos, focusing on leadership and empowerment for young women. Read about the key insights and calls to action from the event.
Hercode Initiative calls on Nigerian government to prioritize digital skills training for girls as strategic tool against gender-based violence. Learn how tech education reduces vulnerability.
Nigerian students can now earn an affordable Indian university degree in IT with AI/ML focus through Aptech-SGSU partnership. Admissions open for 36-month program.
Education experts criticize Nigeria's Science and Technology ministries for inadequate innovation support. They urge curriculum reforms emphasizing entrepreneurship from primary level.
Mojirade Ewaade shares how she overcame feeling left behind after quitting religious life. Her story inspires others that it's never too late to start afresh and pursue education.
Enugu's 2025 Agbaja Summit focuses on education and skills empowerment for youth. Governor Peter Mbah outlines vision to make Enugu Nigeria's skills capital. Read more.
Nigeria launches the Talent Accelerator Network, a major initiative with the World Economic Forum to reskill the workforce for the future of work and boost economic growth.