Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote Becomes First Female Director-General of the Nigerian Law School

In a groundbreaking development for legal education in Nigeria, Dr. Olugbemisola Titilayo Odusote has been appointed as the first woman to serve as Director-General of the Nigerian Law School (NLS) since its inception in 1962. The announcement was made by the Presidency, marking a significant step toward gender inclusion and leadership diversity in one of…

“No Student Left Behind”: FG Breaks Silence on Morocco Scholarship Crisis, Dismisses Abandonment Claims

The Federal Government has strongly refuted viral claims alleging that Nigerian scholarship students studying in Morocco have been abandoned, insisting that no legitimate beneficiary of the federal scholarship scheme has been left stranded or neglected. The clarification comes after days of intense public debate and emotional reactions on social media, where reports surfaced suggesting that…

No Tuition Hike, No Hidden Charges: FG Reassures Nigerian Students as New Tax Reform Takes Effect

Nigeria’s Federal Government has moved swiftly to calm growing anxiety among students and parents following the implementation of the country’s new tax reform laws, firmly assuring that the policy changes will not lead to an increase in tuition fees across tertiary institutions. This reassurance comes amid rising public debates, misinformation, and initial fears that the…

Terror Returns to Niger State: Fresh Threats Spark Fear as Government Urges Calm After Deadly Killings

Fear has once again gripped several communities in Niger State following fresh threats reportedly issued by terrorists after a series of deadly attacks. The violence, which affected rural settlements in border areas, has left dozens dead, many kidnapped, and entire villages traumatized. As residents struggle to come to terms with the brutality, anxiety is growing…

Entrepreneurs’ Oasis 3.0 Ignites a New Wave of Future-Ready Skills at FUT Minna

The Federal University of Technology, Minna is set to witness a powerful blend of innovation, creativity, and practical empowerment as Entrepreneurs’ Oasis 3.0, themed “The Future-Focused Chapter,” officially opens its doors to participants eager to acquire in-demand skills for today’s competitive world. Organised under the Office of the Vice President in collaboration with the Fiyin…

More Bills, Poor Signals: Why Nigerians Paid Heavily for Data and Calls in 2025 Despite Network Failures

The year 2025 will be remembered by millions of Nigerians as a period when staying connected became more expensive, yet more frustrating. Across the country, mobile phone users paid significantly higher fees for data, voice calls and SMS, even as network disruptions, slow internet speeds and frequent call drops persisted. For many households and businesses…

Health Alert: NAFDAC Sounds the Alarm on Fake Condoms in Lagos, Abuja and Major Nigerian Markets

In a concerning public health advisory, the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has cautioned Nigerians about the wide circulation of counterfeit condoms in major markets across the country. The agency’s alert underscores serious health risks for anyone using unverified products that could fail at critical moments. This warning has emerged…

From Barefoot Almajiri to University Graduate: The Inspirational Tale of Ahmad Isa’s Triumph

In a world often defined by struggle and inequality, stories of transformation and hope remind us that extraordinary achievements can emerge from the most humble beginnings. One such story capturing national attention in Nigeria is that of Ahmad Isa, a former barefoot almajiri boy from Kano State who conquered tremendous odds to graduate from a…

Breaking Down NELFUND’s New Loan Repayment Rules: What Nigerian Students Must Know in 2025

Nigeria’s education financing landscape took a major turn in 2025 as the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) clarified important repayment provisions for students benefiting from the federal government’s interest-free student loan programme. The announcement, delivered by NELFUND’s Managing Director, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, provides much-needed clarity to beneficiaries nationwide on when and how they will repay…

2025 Under the Microscope: How Reforms, Strikes, Insecurity and Digital Shifts Reshaped Nigeria’s Education Sector

Nigeria’s education sector in 2025 was a study in contrasts — bold reforms announced with optimism, major funding decisions taken to stabilize institutions, and renewed efforts to modernise learning, all unfolding alongside stubborn challenges of insecurity, industrial disputes, and uneven implementation. From classrooms to campuses, policy rooms to examination halls, the year left deep imprints…