How Nigerian Students Can Participate in the 2027 International STEM Olympiad: A Step-by-Step Guide

Adetutu A, The Insights 10 July 2026

Photo Credit :winexviv on X Nigerian students with a passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) have another opportunity to compete on the global stage. Organisers have announced that registration for the 2027 International STEM Olympiad will

NELFUND Disburses ₦1.5 Billion to 6,129 Students: How to Apply for Nigeria’s Student Loan Scheme 

Adetutu A, The Insights 9 July 2026

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed ₦1.5 billion to three tertiary institutions for the 2025/2026 academic session, benefiting 6,129 students.  According to NELFUND, Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI) received ₦1.36 billion for 5,396

Engineering Admission Quotas in Nigeria: What Every Student Should Know and How to Benefit

Adetutu A, The Insights 8 July 2026

The Nigerian government, through the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), alongside the National Universities Commission (NUC) and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has approved the enforcement of admission quotas for engineering and technology programmes in Nigerian universities.  The goal is simple: ensure

How Nigerians Can Win the Fully Funded Erasmus Mundus Scholarship: Nigeria Leads Africa with 89 Awards in 2026 

Adetutu A, The Insights 6 July 2026

European Union flags. Photo: EU Nigeria has once again emerged as Africa’s leading beneficiary of the fully funded Erasmus Mundus Scholarship, with 89 Nigerian students receiving scholarships for the 2026 academic session. In total, 163 Nigerians gained admission into the programme, making Nigeria one of the top five countries globally for Erasmus Mundus

OPay Scholars National Innovation Challenge 2026: Apply Before July 3 for Funding, Mentorship and Tech Career Opportunities

Adetutu A, The Insights 29 June 2026

Photo Credit : Opay’s facebook page The countdown is on! Nigerian students have only a few days left to apply for the OPay Scholars National Innovation Challenge 2026, a nationwide competition organized by OPay in partnership with Google and the 3 million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme.  The application deadline

Countries Offering Scholarships Without IELTS: A Step-by-Step Guide to Studying Abroad in 2026

Adetutu A, The Insights 27 June 2026

For many students, the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is one of the biggest obstacles to studying abroad. However, the good news is that several countries, universities, and scholarship providers now accept alternative proof of English proficiency, allowing qualified international students to apply without an IELTS score.  Instead of

Katsina Expands Automatic Employment for First-Class Graduates: What Students Can Learn from This Opportunity 

Adetutu A, The Insights 22 June 2026

Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, The Governor of Katsina State, Dikko Radda has expanded the state’s automatic employment for first-class graduates’ policy to cover Katsina indigenes who earn first-class degrees from higher institutions across Nigeria.  The announcement was made during the maiden Katsina State Students’

How Nigerian Students Can Access Food Security Research Grants: Lessons from University of Abuja Scholars

Adetutu A, The Insights 16 June 2026

Twenty-five final-year students from the Faculty of Agriculture at the University of Abuja have received Food Security Research Grants worth over ₦3.2 million under the Nigeria Food Security Scholars Programme.  The initiative, supported by the Nigerian Food Security Project, aims to encourage research-based solutions to Nigeria’s growing

How to Access International Scholarships in 2026: A Complete Guide for Nigerians

Adetutu A, The Insights 14 June 2026

With the rising cost of education, international scholarships have become one of the best opportunities for Nigerians seeking quality education abroad. Many universities, governments, and international organizations are offering fully funded and partially funded scholarships in 2026 to support talented students from developing countries.  Whether you are applying for

Lagos Introduces Archery in Public Schools to Discover Young Talents and Create New Opportunities 

Adetutu A, The Insights 18 May 2026

Lagos Government Expands Archery Programme Across Secondary Schools  The Lagos State Sports Commission has launched a new initiative aimed at introducing archery into public secondary schools across Lagos State as part of efforts to develop sporting talents from the grassroots.  The programme, organised in partnership with the Lagos State Archery Association,