EducationNigeria targets December 15 for new tertiary rankings
The proposed tables will cover universities, polytechnics and colleges of education. Ministerial approval is still required before publication.
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EducationExpanded committee will track tertiary education labour agreements
The education ministry plans five sector committees to follow outstanding commitments and flag implementation problems across universities, polytechnics and colleges.
14 Oct 2026 · News
EducationNUC seeks NCC support for digital university oversight
The university regulator wants stronger networks, security and staff skills as it develops digital monitoring. The communications regulator has promised to examine the proposal.
14 Oct 2026 · News
EducationBama agriculture university gains a permanent campus through college transfer
A signed deed transfers the former college site to the federal university. Officials say effective take-off and practical agricultural training are the next priorities.
13 Oct 2026 · News
EducationSchool support programme launches distribution of two million sanitary towel packs
The education ministry says the nationwide initiative pairs menstrual supplies with learning materials for girls in public basic schools. Delivery to beneficiaries remains the key test.
12 Oct 2026 · News
EducationNUC reviews rules for shorter, skills-focused qualifications
Draft micro-credential guidelines address quality, credit recognition and industry relevance. NUC says the short qualifications are intended to complement degree programmes.
12 Oct 2026 · News
EducationTeacher training links classroom safety with digital skills
A UNESCO-supported workshop brings together 45 master trainers from 15 Nigerian institutions, with a plan to reach about 500 educators through follow-on training.
5 Oct 2026 · News
EducationEducation ministry reviews proposal for practical robotics learning
Techxagon presented a school programme combining coding, electronics and teacher training. A suggested pilot across six geopolitical zones still requires ministry consideration and approval.
28 Sept 2026 · News
EducationUniversity entrepreneurship guidelines put practical work in focus
NUC and the British Council have launched guidance for entrepreneurship centres, linking teaching with industry feedback, mentoring and measurable outcomes.
28 Sept 2026 · News
EducationUniversities urged to build stronger fundraising offices
Education Minister Tunji Alausa wants advancement directors to report to vice-chancellors and have longer tenure as institutions develop alumni and donor relationships.
18 Sept 2026 · News
EducationHow Nigeria's National Laureate research prizes are structured
An archived NUC announcement describes institutional nominations and a N365 million prize fund. It is programme background, not a new application call.
4 Sept 2026 · Analysis
EducationDangote scholarship announcement sets out proposed eligibility
NUC's September account describes a planned first phase for 30,000 public-university undergraduates. The announcement establishes proposed criteria, not a verified current application window.
4 Sept 2026 · Analysis
EducationNigeria's draft STEM strategy puts practical skills before stakeholders
Universities, industry and government representatives reviewed a proposed higher-education strategy. The consultation concerns a draft, with implementation still a separate stage.
6 Aug 2026 · News
EducationTen-university ICT pilot will inform any wider rollout
NUC says lessons from an AFD-supported project will guide possible expansion. The pilot combines infrastructure, shared services and staff capacity development.
6 Aug 2026 · News
EducationSani Bello and Omega universities receive provisional licences
NUC's July announcement sets out a three-year probation period, mentoring arrangements and programme-readiness checks for the two private institutions.
31 Jul 2026 · News
EducationNUC receives Blueprint 2.0 for university reform
The 13-chapter policy document covers access, curricula, research, staffing and governance. NUC says an implementation committee and continuing review will follow.
7 Jul 2026 · News
EducationTETFund awards N7.5 billion to 174 research teams
The awards belong to the 2025 National Research Fund cycle, although NUC reported them in June 2026. Individual grants vary with project scope.
26 Jun 2026 · News
EducationNigerian and German universities explore research-to-business support
A NUC partnership with Koblenz and Erfurt universities examines entrepreneurship and technology transfer. The workshop introduces a model for future institutional support.
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