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.
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Nigerian SS1 Girl Sells Pap, Tops Class of 35 Students
Favour Chiugo Onovo-Edeugo, an SS1 student in Enugu, sells pap to pay school fees and support her family while emerging as the best in her class. Her viral story inspires calls for support.
NOUN Student Dies After Collapsing in Exam Hall
A National Open University student died after collapsing during a test at the Victoria Island centre. Eyewitnesses allege a lecturer delayed help. Read the full investigation.
LAUTECH Iseyin: Lecturers Desert, Students Protest No Classes
LAUTECH's Iseyin campus faces academic paralysis as lecturers abandon classes over poor infrastructure, leaving students stranded for months. Read details of the crisis and calls for government action.
Man Studies Law for 8 Years, Denied Certificate
A Nigerian man shares his heartbreaking ordeal of spending eight years studying law at a university only to be told he is not a student and denied his certificate. Read his full story and public reactions.
Nigerian Student on Scholarship Expelled Abroad
A Nigerian student studying abroad on a scholarship was reportedly expelled for excessive absenteeism, highlighting the strict rules international students face. Read the full story and reactions.
Poly Ibadan Confers Fellowship on Ooni, SAN Ahmed Raji
The Polytechnic Ibadan honoured Ooni Adeyeye Ogunwusi, SAN Ahmed Raji & others at its 40th convocation. Governor Makinde reaffirmed education priority. Read the full report.
Young Nigerian Boy's Viral Matriculation Video Sparks Reactions
A Nigerian university student's youthful look in his matriculation video has gone viral on TikTok, with netizens debating his age and offering advice. Read the full story and see the reactions.
Student Caught Submitting AI Assignment With Bot's Notes
A Nigerian lecturer identified an AI-written assignment after a student copied the bot's internal notations. The incident, shared on TikTok, highlights the risks of over-dependence on AI for schoolwork.
NELFUND Loans: N154.4bn Reaches 788,947 Students
Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed over N154 billion in interest-free loans to students. MD Akintunde Sawyerr urges more applicants and explains reasons for failed applications.
NELFUND Gives N154.4bn Loans to 788,947 Students
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses N154.4bn in interest-free loans to 788,947 students. CEO Akintunde Sawyerr reveals details and urges more applications from public institution students.
NELFUND Pays ₦997.8m Tuition for 5,386 KWASU Students
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses ₦997.8 million to cover tuition for 5,386 Kwara State University students for the 2024/2025 session. Read the full details of this major educational intervention.
Student Burned Alive in Vienna Crypto Extortion
A Ukrainian student was tortured and burned alive in Vienna after being forced to hand over cryptocurrency. Two suspects, including a fellow student, have been arrested. Read the shocking details.
Stakeholders Push for Accountability in Oyo Schools
Education experts and CSOs in Oyo State call for enhanced transparency and citizen oversight in schools to improve learning outcomes. Key actions identified.
Nigerian Student's UK Entry Experience Goes Viral
A Nigerian lady on a student visa recounts the questions UK immigration officials asked her upon arrival. See the public's reaction and her detailed responses.
Lecturer Penalizes Student for AI-Written Project
A Nigerian lecturer's viral video shows her cancelling a student's entire project for using ChatGPT word-for-word. She explains the smart way to use AI for academic work. Read more.
FG Pays First Tranche of TVET Stipends to 42,000 Students
The Federal Government has started paying monthly stipends to over 42,000 students enrolled in the TVET initiative. Read how this move aims to boost skills and economic growth.
Student Struggles with Final Project Even Using AI
A Nigerian university student shares her struggle with final year project work, revealing it remains difficult even with AI assistance. Discover her story and reactions from others who faced similar challenges.
Nigerian Lady Gets into UK Medical School After Failing Twice at Home
A Nigerian lady's TikTok celebration of UK medical school admission after two local rejections sparks debate on academic standards and personal effort. Read her story and the mixed reactions.
Nigerian Woman Cries Over UK Student Visa Denial
A Nigerian lady weeps after her UK student visa was refused despite a priority application and a harrowing interview. She claims her interviewer's nationality played a role. Read her full story and public reactions.
Mother Seeks Answers After Student Daughter's Death
The mother of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera disputes police findings after her daughter was found dead following a football game. Investigation ongoing.
Nearly 800,000 Students Benefit from NELFUND Loan Scheme
Nigerian Education Loan Fund reveals 788,947 students have received loans totaling N140.88 billion. Discover the breakdown, top applying universities, and student experiences with the scheme.
FG Opens N50m Student Grant Portal for Entrepreneurs
Federal Government launches Student Venture Capital Grant portal offering up to ₦50 million equity-free funding for Nigerian student entrepreneurs in STEMM fields. Apply now!
UNIPORT Student Gets Death Sentence for Killing
A University of Port Harcourt student has been sentenced to death for the murder and dismemberment of his girlfriend. Justice delivered in Rivers State High Court.
LIRS Promotes Tax Education in Lagos Schools
Lagos Inland Revenue Service partners with DKK to host Tax Trybe debate competition, educating students about taxation importance and creating future tax ambassadors.
Nigerian emerges best graduating student at Al-Azhar University
Muhammadul-Awwal Babatunde, a 27-year-old Nigerian, has graduated as the overall best student from Egypt's prestigious Al-Azhar University, bringing honor to Nigeria and showcasing the quality of Nigerian Islamic education.
Finalist Posts Video as Only Student in Her Level
A Nigerian building technology student reveals what it's like being the only student in her 500-level class. Watch the viral video that sparked massive reactions online.
Zamfara Enhances Security to Keep Schools Open
Zamfara State government has unveiled new security measures to protect schools from bandit attacks, ensuring classes continue. Learn how they plan to safeguard education.
School Abductions Cripple Northern Nigeria Education
Amnesty International warns mass kidnappings of students will cause severe education setbacks in Northern Nigeria. Thousands may drop out due to trauma and fear.
13-year-old boy shares unusual university experiences
A Nigerian prodigy who entered Federal University Oye Ekiti at age 13 reveals four surprising challenges he faced as Africa's youngest undergraduate. Read his inspiring story!
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