Many public schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) continue to struggle with dilapidated classrooms, leaking roofs, and poor infrastructure, despite billions of naira reportedly being invested in the education sector. In the Dnako community, Bwari Area Council, pupils of LEA Primary School are reportedly often sent home whenever it rains, as classrooms become flooded.
The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Katsina State chapter, has threatened to institute legal action against the state government for revoking the operational licenses of its members. The state government, through the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, has terminated the operational licenses of all private and community schools in the state
Seven outstanding Nigerian graduates will soon begin their master’s studies in the United Kingdom after being awarded the fully funded Special NLNG 35th/25th Anniversary Postgraduate Scholarship. The recipients, selected through a rigorous process, will commence their studies in the 2025/2026 academic session and become part of NLNG’s distinguished network of scholars, equipped with world-class education,
Dr. Mohammed Haruna Ibrahim, the national president of the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), has hinted that members of the association may be forced into strike action, depending on how the Federal Government handles the lingering negotiations over the 2009 agreement with the union. Ibrahim commented on the opening of the SSANU leadership
Prominent businessman and community development advocate Prince Damilola Abdulazeez Sanni Obanikoro has applauded the Lagos Island Local Government Chairman, Hon. Taiwo Oyekan, for his innovative and community-focused approach to development. Highlighting the ongoing renovation of Olowogbowo Methodist Primary School, Prince Obanikoro lauded Hon. Oyekan’s dedication to improving educational infrastructure and fostering a safe learning environment.
The 2009 agreement between the Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) was a landmark deal aimed at addressing the decline in Nigerian universities and improving the welfare of lecturers. The government’s team, led by Deacon Gamaliel Onosode, negotiated with ASUU’s delegation headed by Dr. Abdullahi Sule-Kano. Advisers, including vice-chancellors and educational
The Nigerian Ministry of Education says a series of data-driven intervention programmes have been rolled out to improve basic education access for nomadic populations in the country. The special adviser to the Minister of Education on out-of-school children, Balarabe Shehu-Kakale, stated that the interventions are also intended to have a positive ripple effect on Nigeria’s
The Schlumberger Foundation has announced the 2026 Faculty for the Future Fellowship, a programme offering up to $50,000 annually to female scholars from developing and emerging countries pursuing PhD or post-doctoral research in STEM at leading universities abroad. Applications are open until November 7, 2025, with reference letters due by November 14, 2025. The fellowship
The First Class Muslim (FCM) Foundation has opened applications for its 2025 Foundation Board Scholarship (FCM FBS), a programme designed to support academically outstanding female Muslim undergraduates in Nigeria. The initiative provides one-time financial aid and an exclusive mentorship session to encourage excellence and career growth. Applications close on September 10, 2025, and are open
The Honjo International Scholarship Foundation has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 scholarship programme, which is open to outstanding international students pursuing master’s or doctoral studies in Japan. The fully funded award provides financial support, living expenses, and travel grants to promote global talent, cultural exchange, and long-term collaboration. Applicants from all nationalities
