Cambridge University Press & Assessment has signed a partnership agreement with the African Union’s Economic, Social, and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) to develop educational initiatives aimed at preparing Africa’s youth for the future. The agreement was signed in New York on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Africa is home
Studying abroad remains a dream for many Nigerians, but high tuition and living costs often pose a significant barrier to achieving this goal. Several countries, however, offer affordable or even tuition-free education alongside scholarships for international students. Germany is a top choice, with public universities charging no tuition fees for non-EU students. Semester contributions are
Adebayo Ajayi is a man on a mission: to prove that excellence is not just an aspiration but a standard that can transform lives, businesses, and nations. A Personal Excellence Coach and author of Living Excellently, Ajayi has spent more than 15 years shaping leaders, building businesses, and inspiring innovation through his organisation, Success Within
Professor Toyin Falola, a renowned historian and African Studies scholar, has said the installation of Oba Rashidi Ladoja as the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland could usher in a new era of development for the city. Falola, who is the Jacob and Frances Sanger Mossiker Chair in the Humanities at the University of Texas, made the
Nigerian graduates who combine local qualifications with international certifications and digital skills will be more attractive to employers abroad, according to a University of Lagos alumnus. Speaking, UK-based Nigerian Oluwafemi Abiodun said students should pursue professional courses alongside their degrees to boost global competitiveness. “An undergraduate in management sciences can take internationally recognised courses such
Nigerian scholar Adetomiwa Adesokan has chosen the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) for his fully funded PhD in Economics, after receiving offers from both UNR and the University of Texas at Dallas. Adesokan, who has a solid background in economics and research, said he chose UNR because of its strong focus on environmental and development
The European-American University has confirmed that the honorary doctorate awarded to Hausa musician Dauda Kahutu, popularly known as Rarara, is genuine. Dr Josephine Egbuta, Head of African Operations at High-Grade Professional Education Centre Ltd, the university’s international partner, dismissed reports questioning the award’s legitimacy. “Contrary to claims, the honorary doctorate award presented to Rarara is
Social media influencer and education advocate Alex Onyia has criticised wealthy Nigerians for not doing enough to support young people, particularly students aspiring to study abroad. Onyia, the CEO of Educare, an education technology platform, stated that the lack of scholarships and mentorship from privileged Nigerians contributes to the significant gap in educational attainment between
The United Kingdom has become a leading destination for overseas doctors seeking to build careers in medicine, thanks to the opportunities offered within the National Health Service (NHS). St George’s University (SGU) in Grenada, through its partnership with Northumbria University in Newcastle, is helping to prepare aspiring physicians for this path. Students begin with preclinical
The 2025 Festival of Art and Discourse (FOAD) will take place from September 25 to 27 at the University of Regina in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. Organisers said the three-day event, themed “Intersect & Intertwine”, will bring together more than 60 presenters from about 10 countries across four continents. Participants include academics, artists and activists from
