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The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) has allocated ₦7.5 billion in research grants to 174 academic teams across various tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The funding initiative is designed to boost research output, encourage innovation, and support solutions that address key national development issues. Beneficiaries include teams from universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, showing a …

The Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) has expressed concern over the growing number of attacks on schools in Nigeria, warning that the trend is putting the future of education at risk. The union stated that repeated security incidents are making schools unsafe for both teachers and students, causing anxiety, interruptions in academic activities, and occasional …

The Registrar of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) has raised concern that some private school teachers in Nigeria earn as little as ₦20,000 per month. He noted that while a few private schools pay reasonable wages, many low-cost schools still offer extremely poor salaries, which fall far below what is needed for a …

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has partnered with industry stakeholders to examine better approaches for translating academic research into real-world applications that address practical challenges. The engagement centered on reducing the disconnect between university research outputs and industry needs. Participants highlighted the importance of stronger collaboration between academia, private sector players, and policymakers to ensure that …

An education expert has expressed concern that Nigeria’s teacher training system is still based on an old-fashioned classroom structure that no longer matches modern educational needs. The warning highlights ongoing questions about how well the country’s education sector is adapting to global changes in teaching methods and technology. Concerns about teacher preparation The scholar argues …

Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has stated that relying solely on government funding is not enough to properly support and grow Nigeria’s education sector. His comments add to ongoing discussions about how to finance education amid rising enrolment, infrastructure shortages, and limited public budgets. Challenges of relying only on public funds He noted that …

The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) has organized a pre-bid meeting in preparation for upcoming projects under the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC). The session gathered stakeholders and interested contractors to go over project specifications, bidding rules, and required standards. It also served as a platform to clarify procurement processes and promote transparency …

The TETFund Skills Intervention programme has brought major improvements to Osun Technical College by enhancing electricity supply and upgrading internet connectivity, leading to a more efficient learning environment. The project has strengthened the institution’s infrastructure by providing a more stable power system, which supports both academic activities and hands-on technical training. This has helped reduce …

Japan, working alongside UNESCO, has provided ICT equipment to 15 Colleges of Education to boost digital learning and improve the quality of teacher training. The project is designed to strengthen the use of technology in education by giving lecturers and students better access to modern digital tools that can enhance teaching, learning, and research activities. …