Lagos Distributes 600,000 Smart Tablets to Students: How to Benefit from the Digital Education Initiative 

The Insights 27 March 2026

The Lagos State Government, led by Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has taken a major step toward improving education by distributing over 600,000 smart digital tablets to public secondary school students.  This initiative, under the Hope for Digital Education programme, is designed to equip students

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

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 […]

Union Bank Empowers Deaf Students Through Mathematics Competition 

The Insights 28 May 2025

Union Bank of Nigeria has once again demonstrated its commitment to inclusive education by sponsoring a special mathematics competition for students with hearing impairments. The competition, organised by the Ajofa Special Education Foundation for the Deaf, took place at the Wesley School for the Hearing Impaired in Surulere, Lagos.  This initiative was supported

NABTEB to Introduce Computer-Based Exams by 2026 

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 

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

Saliu Mustapha Foundation Offers Free JAMB Forms to Support Students 

The Insights 13 January 2025

Saliu Mustapha Foundation Free JAMB form offer – theinsights The Saliu Mustapha Foundation’s 2025 Annual Free JAMB Form Initiative supports Nigerian students by providing free forms, fostering critical thinking, and improving access to higher education. Registration is open at the foundation’s official portal.  Commitment to Education  The Saliu Mustapha

Empowering Nigerian Students Through Esports Education

The Insights 26 November 2024

FCMB in Partnership with EStars – ARDnig FCMB, in partnership with EStars, is introducing esports education to Nigerian schools. This innovative platform helps students aged 7 to 14 develop skills like teamwork and communication through gaming. Supported by global leaders, the initiative bridges traditional education and career opportunities, equipping students for a