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Education

February 10, 2026

EXCLUSIVE: UniAbuja VC, other officials in trouble for diverting multibillion-naira NELFUND grant for poor students

UniAbuja’s VC, Hakeem Fawehinmi, its students’ affairs dean and other senior officials are in trouble for diverting a multibillion-naira NELFUND grant for poor students.

Hakeem Fawehinmi and Akintunde Sawyerr
February 9, 2026

FG begins implementation of renegotiated ASUU agreement

Mr Alausa reaffirmed President Bola Tinubu’s commitment to the welfare of academic staff. 

Tunji Alausa
February 9, 2026

UTME registration closes February 26, no deadline extension: JAMB

JMAB has reminded prospective candidates that registration for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination will close on February 26.

UTME candidates
February 9, 2026

Tinubu govt to spend N6 billion to build three ‘mega’ schools in Gombe

The minister of regional development, Uba Ahmadu, announced this while inaugurating a 250-bed capacity hostel constructed by the North-East Development Commission.

Gome students in classroom
February 8, 2026

Foundation disburses N100 million scholarship to indigent students in Niger

Mr Ndarani explained that education remains the most effective tool for lifting communities out of poverty.

Mohammed Ndarani
February 7, 2026

Gov. Radda increases salaries of Umaru Musa Yar’adua University staff

The governor described the salary increment as a token of appreciation for their dedication and hard work.

Governor Dikko Radda of Katsina State
February 6, 2026

UK Mission welcomes 99 Nigerian Chevening, Commonwealth scholars

Nigeria currently has an alumni base with over 3,000 Commonwealth and over 1,500 Chevening scholars.

UK Mission welcomes 99 Nigerian Chevening
February 6, 2026

FCT Poll: Gwagwalada PDP candidate promises women empowerment, improved healthcare

Mr Mohammed urged the women and party supporters to vote for peace, progress, and the overall development of the Gwagwalada area council.

PDP
February 6, 2026

Ondo tertiary institutions’ workers beg Gov. Aiyedatiwa over unpaid arrears

The congress said it considered critical issues affecting staff welfare and the sustainability of tertiary education in the state.

Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa
February 6, 2026

Anambra govt wades promises justice for JSS3 student assaulted by guardian

The Anambra government says justice will be served in the case of an alleged attack on a JSS3 student of Community Secondary School, Agulu, Miracle Amah, by her guardian, Osinachi Edeh.

Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Soludo.