STEM Africa Fest: How Nigerian Children Can Learn AI, Robotics and Coding for Future Careers

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 August 2026

More than 3,800 children, parents, teachers, and technology enthusiasts recently gathered in Lagos for the sixth edition of STEM Africa Fest, one of Africa’s largest STEM events. The festival gave young Nigerians practical experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI),

Kwara Rewards Excellence: Governor Awards Top Law School Graduates ₦5 Million Each and Promises Overseas Scholarships 

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 July 2026

Photo Credit:Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq Education continues to open doors for hardworking students, and Kwara State has provided another inspiring example. Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has rewarded two outstanding graduates of the 2026 Nigerian Law School with ₦5 million each and pledged to sponsor

Oyo School Abduction: How Security Forces Rescued Pupils and Teachers After 56 Days in Captivity 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 July 2026

The freed pupils and teachers. After 56 days in captivity, pupils and teachers abducted from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State have regained their freedom in what Nigerian authorities described as a successful intelligence-led security operation. The rescue has brought relief to families, schools, and communities that had waited

Why Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education Should Start in Secondary Schools in Nigeria 

Adetutu A, The Insights 3 July 2026

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to transform industries worldwide, education experts are urging Nigeria to prepare students early for the future. The Gbenga Fawehinmi Foundation (GFF) has called for the introduction of AI education in secondary schools, saying it will equip young Nigerians with the digital skills needed to thrive in

40,000 Kaduna Girls Gain Life Skills Education: How to Join the Programme 

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 January 2026

 Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani In a major move to strengthen girl-child education, over 40,000 adolescent girls in Kaduna State have benefited from a structured life skills education programme. Governor Uba Sani is now working to make this initiative permanent in all public secondary schools.  The programme goes beyond academics to equip students

Federal Government BEA Scholarship: A Life‑Changing Opportunity

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 December 2025

The Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship is a Federal Government of Nigeria initiative that offers qualified Nigerian students the chance to pursue fully funded undergraduate and postgraduate studies abroad in partner countries such as Russia, Hungary, Morocco, Algeria, Egypt, and others under diplomatic education

NELFUND Disburses ₦86.3bn Student Loans to 450,000 Beneficiaries 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 August 2025

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has revealed that a total of 449,039 students has benefited from its student loan scheme since the loan portal launched on May 24, 2024. According to the latest report released on Monday, August 11, 2025, the scheme has so far disbursed ₦86,347,458,384 as of August 6, 2025.  Breakdown of […]

NNPC & FIRST E&P Equip 180 Schools with Digital Tools to Boost Learning 

Adetutu A, The Insights 26 May 2025

In a move to strengthen digital education in the Niger Delta, NNPC Limited and FIRST Exploration & Petroleum Development Company (FIRST E&P), in partnership with the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB), have trained 180 teachers and donated 200 K-YAN digital devices to 180 schools across six oil-producing states.  The training workshop,

NABTEB to Introduce Computer-Based Exams by 2026 

Adetutu A, The Insights 21 March 2025

National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) The National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) is set to introduce computer-based examinations by 2026 as part of efforts to modernize its examination processes and enhance credibility. This announcement was made by the newly appointed Registrar/Chief Executive Officer, Mohammed-Aminu Mohammed,

Low Female Participation in Student Loan Scheme Worries NELFUND 

Adetutu A, The Insights 11 March 2025

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has expressed concern over the low number of female applicants for its student loan scheme. The Fund’s Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, revealed this during the International Women’s Day celebration in Abuja, emphasizing the need for more female participation.  Low Female Application Rate  Sawyerr, represented by