No Godfather Needed: NELFUND’s Student Loan Scheme Makes Higher Education Truly Accessible for All

the Federal Government has reiterated that students seeking financial support under the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) do not need any political influence, connections, or “godfathers” to benefit from the programme. This announcement marks a critical milestone in the country’s efforts to remove barriers to education financing and promote fairness in opportunities for young Nigerians….

Edo Protest: Detained Ambrose Alli University Students Regain Freedom

In a significant and hopeful development for students of Ambrose Alli University (AAU), Ekpoma, several youths who were arrested and remanded following unrest in the community have regained their freedom, bringing relief to families and the university community. Background: Protest, Violence and Arrests The situation began when residents and some university community members in Ekpoma,…

Huawei & Ahmadu Bello University Launch Smart Campus ICT Overhaul to Transform Learning and Research

In a significant leap toward modernising digital education in Nigeria, Huawei Technologies Nigeria Limited has partnered with Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, to inaugurate a comprehensive Smart Campus ICT infrastructure revamp — an initiative expected to redefine connectivity, academic delivery, and research capabilities across the university’s campuses. A Landmark Partnership for Digital Transformation At a…

Security Alert on Campus: FUT Minna Students’ Union Warns Against NEOLIFE Activities

The Students’ Union of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUT Minna) has issued a strong and timely warning to all students, cautioning them against involvement with a group identified as NEOLIFE, following reports of increased approaches to students within and around the campus. The advisory, released by the Office of the Public Relations Officer…

Professors to Earn ₦140,000 Monthly Allowance Under Landmark FG-ASUU Agreement

In a significant development for Nigeria’s tertiary education sector, the Federal Government (FG) has approved a new monthly professorial allowance of ₦140,000 for senior academics following the signing of a renegotiated agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU). This measure, announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, marks one of the…

Nigeria’s TETFund Rolls Out ₦6.45 Billion for 271 Tertiary Institutions in 2026

The Federal Government (FG) has approved the 2026 intervention funding cycle through the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), releasing a total of over ₦6 billion to 271 public tertiary institutions nationwide. This strategic investment aims to strengthen infrastructure, enhance academic programmes, expand research capacity, and drive innovation across universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Strategic…

FG and ASUU Sign Renegotiated Agreement to Transform Nigerian Tertiary Education

In a landmark development poised to reshape Nigeria’s tertiary education landscape, the Federal Government (FG) and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) have signed a renegotiated agreement aimed at strengthening the nation’s university system, ending years of disputes, and ensuring sustainable academic progress. This historic pact was unveiled in Abuja, marking a significant milestone…

Aptech Launches Groundbreaking ADSE AI Career Programme to Equip Nigerian Students With Future-Ready Tech Skills

In a bold move to reshape technology education in Nigeria, Aptech Computer Education Nigeria has unveiled its latest ADSE AI career programme, designed to equip Nigerian learners with job-ready digital skills, hands-on work experience, and international academic progression opportunities. This initiative comes at a time when the global demand for advanced technology expertise is surging…

2026 JAMB UTME & Direct Entry Forms Now On Sale: Full Registration Guide, Dates & What Every Candidate Must Know

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially kicked off the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration exercise, setting out clear timelines, age eligibility rules, fee structures, and examination schedules for candidates aspiring to gain admission into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions for the 2026/2027 academic session. This announcement marks a…

Two Certificates, One Degree Journey: Redeemer’s University Breaks New Ground as 1,644 Students Begin a Bold Academic Future

Redeemer’s University, Ede, Osun State, has once again positioned itself at the forefront of innovation in Nigerian higher education with the announcement of a groundbreaking double-certificate academic plan, unveiled during its latest matriculation ceremony. The historic event marked the formal admission of 1,644 fresh students into the institution and signaled a transformative shift in how…