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
A Nigerian student, identified as Onyinye, has spoken of how her studies in the United Kingdom were abruptly cut short after she breached visa conditions. In an emotional video shared online, she said she had exceeded the 20-hour weekly work limit imposed on international students during term time. She explained that she took on extra
A private training hub in Abuja is positioning itself at the heart of Africa’s rapidly changing finance sector, offering practical skills that many say Nigerian universities are failing to deliver. Cruz Wise Academy, the learning arm of Cruz Wise Consulting, has already trained over 1,000 accountants and finance professionals in hands-on courses that blend accounting,
The United States has renewed efforts to attract Nigerian students to its campuses, with 28 American universities participating in the 24th Annual EducationUSA College Fair in Abuja. The event, organised by the US Embassy and EducationUSA, drew around 4,700 prospective students, parents and educators, making it one of the largest platforms in Nigeria for connecting
The American Embassy in Nigeria has explained why more than 28 colleges in the United States are exporting education to Nigerian students. The Embassy, through its Public Diplomacy Officer, Brian Neubert, disclosed that the move aims to consolidate US-Nigeria relations and boost the economies of both countries. Neubert said this in his remarks at the
Following the recent rise in cases of harmful behaviour among Nigerian school children, particularly in secondary schools, stakeholders are now calling for more action. This is a result of recent disturbing reports that have been spreading on social media platforms. Some female students have been seen smoking shisha, sharing explicit videos, and engaging in lifestyles
Top Egyptian universities are in Nigeria for the third Egypt–Nigeria Educational Fair, aimed at boosting academic cooperation and attracting more Nigerian students to study in Egypt. The week-long fair, which began in Abuja on September 15, will also visit Kaduna, Zaria and Kano. Participating institutions include Cairo University, Ain Shams University, El-Galala University and Badr
Quest International University (QIU) has warned Nigerians and prospective students from other countries against falling victim to fraudulent claims of affiliation, stressing that the institution operates only in Malaysia. Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Officer of QIU, Prof. Zita Mamafami, told African journalists at the university’s campus in Ipoh, Perak, that the institution has no agents,
Google says Nigerian students and students of seven other African countries will receive complimentary one-year subscriptions to its AI Pro plan, part of the company’s latest investments to accelerate Africa’s digital transformation. The programme, which targets students aged 18 and older, will roll out first in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Egypt, Morocco, South Africa, Rwanda, and
The Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia (FUASK), Kaduna State, has officially commenced academic activities with over 1,000 pioneer students. The new institution, approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, opened its doors in September 2025 in line with the president’s directive that the university should begin operations without delay. Welcoming the first batch of students,
