Massive Boost for Education in Nasarawa

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 July 2025

The Nasarawa State Government has officially launched the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project in collaboration with the World Bank. This initiative will benefit 490 public secondary schools across the 13 Local Government Areas of the state.  Governor

Empowering Informed Genotype Choice in Sickle‑Cell Prevention 

Adetutu A, The Insights 25 July 2025

In Nigeria, where over 150,000 babies are born annually with sickle‑cell disorder and up to 100,000 dies before age five, the need for informed genotype awareness is urgent.  Efforts like those of the Sickle Cell Foundation Nigeria—through genotype testing, community awareness, and premarital counselling—are making sickle cell birth a choice rather than

NNPC–Renaissance JV University Scholarship 2025: Elevating Nigerian Undergraduates 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 July 2025

The NNPC–RENAISSANCE JV University Scholarship is a merit-based initiative by the Renaissance African Energy Company, joint operator of the NNPC/Renaissance/TotalEnergies/AENR venture. It offers ₦200,000 per year to full-time Nigerian undergraduates in 200 Level for the academic session beginning in 2023/2024, and continues through graduation, based on academic

PEAR Summer Research Program 2025 – Fully‑Funded STEM Experience for Nigerian Students 

Adetutu A, The Insights 17 July 2025

Greensprings School (Anthony Campus), Lagos. The Program for Excellence in African Research (PEAR) is a fully funded 9-day STEM bootcamp hosted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) student volunteers. This year, it will be held August 18–27, 2025, at Greensprings School (Anthony Campus), Lagos. The initiative brings together 30 Nigerian secondary school students

Osun Schools Get Internet Boost as IHS Nigeria and UNICEF Empower 200 Teachers 

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 July 2025

In a major step toward digital transformation in education, 100 public schools in Osun State have been equipped with internet connectivity and routers, thanks to a collaborative effort between the Osun State Government, IHS Nigeria Limited, and UNICEF.  Training 200 Educators for the Digital Age  About 200 teachers, principals, and headteachers from 40 public

NECO Releases 2025 BECE Results, Sets Date for Re-sit Exam 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 July 2025

The National Examinations Council (NECO) The National Examinations Council (NECO) has officially released the results of the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), bringing relief and clarity to thousands of students, parents, and schools across Nigeria.  179,201 Candidates Sat for the Exam  According to Azeez Sani, Acting Director of Public Affairs

BREAKING: JAMB Sets 150 as Minimum Cut-Off Mark for 2025 University Admissions 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 July 2025

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), in collaboration with vice-chancellors of Nigerian universities, has set the minimum admission benchmark for the 2025 academic year at 150 for all universities. This was announced on Tuesday during the 2025 JAMB policy meeting.  This means that no university in Nigeria is permitted to admit candidates who score […]

Olunloyo Polytechnic Management Warns Students Against Protest Over Name Change 

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 July 2025

The Polytechnic, Ibadan Introduction: Tensions Rise Over Renaming of Ibadan Polytechnic  The management of Omololu Olunloyo Polytechnic, formerly known as The Polytechnic, Ibadan, has issued a strong warning to students planning to stage another protest over the institution’s recent name change. This comes after a previous protest disrupted academic activities last

University of Calabar Joins OPay’s ₦1.2 Billion Scholarship Scheme: What It Means for Nigerian Students 

Adetutu A, The Insights 23 June 2025

The University of Calabar has become the latest institution to benefit from OPay’s ₦1.2 billion 10-year scholarship programme, making it the eighth university to be included in the initiative. This partnership is aimed at supporting students with financial aid while promoting academic excellence and youth development across Nigeria.  The Memorandum of Understanding

MTN Trains Lagos Students on Ethical Use of Artificial Intelligence

Adetutu A, The Insights 20 June 2025

As part of its 2025 Y’ello Connect initiative, telecommunications giant MTN Nigeria has taken a commendable step towards promoting ethical digital practices among students. The company recently trained students at St. Augustine College of Education, Akoka, Yaba, Lagos, on how to use artificial intelligence (AI) ethically and productively.  The training, held on the