Blog list

A group has commended the administration of Bola Tinubu for its initiatives aimed at improving student welfare, particularly through the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and ongoing hostel development projects. They stated that the student loan scheme has helped reduce the financial pressure on learners by providing easier access to funding for tuition and other …

The TGFGN has urged that peacebuilding should be introduced early in life, especially within school environments, where young minds are most receptive. The group explained that classrooms should go beyond academics and also serve as spaces for teaching respect, understanding, and peaceful conflict resolution. According to them, exposing students to these values early can help …

The Education Minister’s proposal to integrate humanities into science and technology education reflects an effort to create a more holistic and interdisciplinary learning system. The aim is to reduce the traditional separation between arts and science subjects and better prepare students for modern global demands. For a long time, science and technology fields have been …

Two decades after Nigeria introduced the 9-3-4 education system, there is growing criticism that the reform has not delivered its intended results, as debate intensifies over the possible abolition or restructuring of the Common Entrance examination. Although the policy was meant to ensure nine years of basic education followed by three years of senior secondary …

EDC and the Equinix Foundation have jointly launched a new program called SparkLab, aimed at strengthening the startup ecosystem by supporting technology entrepreneurs. The initiative is designed to help early-stage founders develop ideas into sustainable and scalable businesses through access to resources, mentorship, and technical support. Supporting Early-Stage Innovation SparkLab focuses on nurturing emerging entrepreneurs …

Tension has risen between textbook publishers and education regulators following the rollout of a revised textbook ranking framework and a significant rise in assessment charges. Publishers have voiced strong objections, arguing that the changes place undue strain on the industry and could negatively affect educational publishing. Concerns About the Updated Ranking System Publishers say the …

Students of Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi (JOSTUM), have praised the Federal Government’s Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) initiative, describing it as a meaningful intervention in the education sector. They also stated that approximately 30,000 students have benefited from the programme so far. The scheme, launched under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, provides interest-free loans …

The University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) has announced a strategic collaboration with the Canadian Education Council focused on narrowing the global skills gap and improving the quality and relevance of education. The partnership is aimed at strengthening academic delivery, updating learning content, and equipping students with skills that match current global workforce demands. Purpose of …

The awarding of honorary degrees (honoris causa) by universities has increasingly sparked debate due to concerns that some institutions may be treating them as commodities rather than academic honors. Originally, these degrees are intended to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to society, knowledge, public service, or professional fields, without requiring formal academic study. …