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EDUCATION Press Release

AWARI: The Great Wall of the Benin Kingdom – A Book Launch Celebrating African Heritage

May 20, 2023

  Keko Africa is delighted to invite the public to its highly anticipated book launch event on May 25, 2023. This event, taking place at the prestigious Ebony Life Place, aims to commemorate African Day by unveiling a remarkable literary work entitled “AWARI: The Great Wall of the Benin Kingdom.” This captivating book chronicles the … Continue reading AWARI: The Great Wall of the Benin Kingdom – A Book Launch Celebrating African Heritage

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EDUCATION TECH

Bridging the Skills Gap in Nigeria with EdTech

May 3, 2023

  In recent years, Nigeria has been facing a challenge in the skillset of its workforce. Many graduates of tertiary institutions have been found to lack the necessary skills for the job market, which has resulted in high levels of unemployment. The Nigerian government and other stakeholders have been seeking ways to bridge the skills … Continue reading Bridging the Skills Gap in Nigeria with EdTech

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EDUCATION TECH

Designing an EdTech for Early Childhood Education

May 2, 2023

  EdTech, or educational technology, is transforming education worldwide, including in Nigeria. Early childhood education and parental involvement are recognized as crucial for a child’s learning journey. Designing an EdTech solution specifically for early childhood education and parental involvement in Nigeria presents an opportunity to positively impact educational outcomes for young children in the country. … Continue reading Designing an EdTech for Early Childhood Education

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EDUCATION

Loomi Education: Winning Against the UK System

April 17, 2023

Alternative  learning is designed for the Nigerian child in the diaspora who explores boundaries. With more people leaving the shores of Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and other African countries for greener pastures, the terrain is changing for immigrant children who have to pick up their lives in a new country and under a different system … Continue reading Loomi Education: Winning Against the UK System

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BUSINESS EDUCATION Opportunities

LABS Provides Affordable Pathways to Graduate Degrees for HND Graduates

April 5, 2023

  Nigeria has a thriving economy with a lot of opportunities for young people to establish successful careers. However, one of the biggest challenges that many graduates face is the inability to further their education due to the high cost of obtaining a graduate degree. This has resulted in many young people being unable to … Continue reading LABS Provides Affordable Pathways to Graduate Degrees for HND Graduates

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EDUCATION TECH

uLesson Is Creating An Online Open University Called Miva

March 16, 2023

  uLesson, an EdTech company based in Nigeria, has been providing K-12 online education across Africa for four years. Now, the company is expanding its services to include tertiary education. To achieve this goal, uLesson is launching Miva Open University, which is a distance e-learning institution catering to students across Africa. Read more about Tech … Continue reading uLesson Is Creating An Online Open University Called Miva

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EDUCATION

Developing an Online Open University in Nigeria

March 10, 2023

  Education is the bedrock of any society, and Nigeria, being the most populous country in Africa, needs a robust educational system to thrive. While the government has been making strides in improving the education sector, there is still a lot to be done, particularly in providing accessible and quality education to everyone, irrespective of … Continue reading Developing an Online Open University in Nigeria

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EDUCATION Opportunities

The FGN 2022/2023 Scholarship Award for High-Performing Students

February 23, 2023

  Applications are open for the Federal Government Scholarship Award. Undergraduate and postgraduate students currently enrolled at Federal or State institutions of higher learning, who meet specific criteria determined by the Federal Scholarship Board, are invited to apply. Read more about Opportunities This scholarship program is open to students studying disciplines in these categories at … Continue reading The FGN 2022/2023 Scholarship Award for High-Performing Students

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EDUCATION TECH

CcHub Set to Invest $15 Million in 72 Edtech Startups

February 21, 2023

  According to BD Funding Tracker, in 2022, African startups focused on educational technology (Edtech) received less than 1% of the total venture capital investment on the continent. To address this issue, Co-Creation Hub (CcHub) has launched an Edtech Fellowship Program that aims to improve the situation over the next three years. Read more about … Continue reading CcHub Set to Invest $15 Million in 72 Edtech Startups

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EDUCATION Politics

NUC Orders Closure of Varsities for Elections

February 10, 2023

  The National Universities Commission (NUC) has ordered the closure of all universities and inter-university centres from February 22 to March 14. During this shutdown, there will be no academic activities. The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Deputy Executive Secretary (Administration), Chris Maiyaki. Read more about Politics The reason for this … Continue reading NUC Orders Closure of Varsities for Elections

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EDUCATION

“We’Ve Got Something Big Coming” – WAEC Nigeria Says

October 17, 2022

The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has announced the forthcoming launch of its digital certificate platform on the 20th of October. Read more about News The Council made this known in a tweet on Friday. According to the flier information, those who sat for the exam from 1999 till date will be eligible to easily access their … Continue reading “We’Ve Got Something Big Coming” – WAEC Nigeria Says

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EDUCATION

JAMB Sets 140 Cut-Off Mark For 2022 Admissions

July 23, 2022

The examination body has ended debates surrounding the general cut-off mark for 2022. Read more about News Nigeria’s Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) alongside stakeholders in tertiary education has fixed 140 cut-off mark for admission into Nigerian universities and 100 as the cut-off mark for polytechnics and colleges of education. The decision was reached … Continue reading JAMB Sets 140 Cut-Off Mark For 2022 Admissions

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BUSINESS EDUCATION

5 Relevant Entrepreneurship Courses You Should Take

July 11, 2022

The business world is a highly competitive environment. As an entrepreneur, you must be well-equipped before venturing into it to avoid any casualty. Like every other pursuit in life, you cannot start a thing without, first of all, counting your costs and getting yourself prepared for the process. The same applies to business. Starting a … Continue reading 5 Relevant Entrepreneurship Courses You Should Take

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EDUCATION Opportunities

The Chartered Institute Of Personnel Management (CIPM) 2022 Essay Competition

June 28, 2022

The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM) of Nigeria invites undergraduates from universities and polytechnics across Nigeria to enter its annual essay competition. Read more about  Opportunities The CIPM intends for this competition to deepen the interest of students in people management while sharpening and displaying their written communication skills. Benefits Winners of the CIPM … Continue reading The Chartered Institute Of Personnel Management (CIPM) 2022 Essay Competition

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EDUCATION FinTech

4 Ways the FinTech Industry Can Help Educational Institutions

June 28, 2022

The FinTech industry is one of the fastest-growing industries innovative-wise. FinTech services have been integrated with other non-financial services. The FinTech industry has been a topic of focus in recent years. Additionally, it has positively impacted most industries in various ways. Read more about Fintech As a matter of fact, some believe that the industry … Continue reading 4 Ways the FinTech Industry Can Help Educational Institutions

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EDUCATION Press Release

Sterling Bank Partners With Aussie Hub To Fund Education Loan

June 13, 2022

  Ehizuahub, an Australian education and creative technology hub, has sealed a deal with Sterling Bank Plc to bridge the financial gap in accessing online and on-campus quality Australian education. The parties disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday. “Sterling Bank has integrated Ehizua Hub to EdPay via its Edubanc platform to allow the bank … Continue reading Sterling Bank Partners With Aussie Hub To Fund Education Loan

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Did You Know? EDUCATION

Did You Know? The Entire Law Graduates Of The University Of Calgary Were Nigerians

June 12, 2022

In recent times, Nigerians have found Canada a befitting study destination. On Saturday, May 28, 2022, a group of nine Nigerians made Nigeria proud after graduating from the high-profile University of Calgary Law School, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Read more about Did You Know? The nine Nigerians made up the entire class of Master Law students of … Continue reading Did You Know? The Entire Law Graduates Of The University Of Calgary Were Nigerians

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EDUCATION

The Dos And Don’ts Of Online Learning

May 17, 2022

  Online learning allows students to learn from the comfort of their own homes. Since the covid-19 period, there has been an increase in the use of online learning classrooms and attendance at lectures. However, if you are still enrolled in online classes and meeting online, you must show up and demonstrate to your teacher, … Continue reading The Dos And Don’ts Of Online Learning

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BUSINESS EDUCATION TECH

Brands We Love: Ingressive For Good

May 5, 2022

Ingressive for Good is a not-for-profit education technology (EdTech) organization that exists to provide Africans with the skills they need to build successful careers in technology. It provides micro-scholarships, training, and job placements for some of the continent’s brightest tech talents. Read more about Business The team at Ingressive for Good (I4G) says that their … Continue reading Brands We Love: Ingressive For Good

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EDUCATION TECH

Ulesson Provides Online Tutoring For Students In Africa

April 23, 2022

Ulesson was Founded in 2019 by Sim Shagaya to offer live online lessons with professional tutors, video lessons, and personalized live homework help for primary and secondary school students online and via its app. It leverages technology, in-class teachers, and media to provide high-quality education that is affordable and accessible for students as well as those … Continue reading Ulesson Provides Online Tutoring For Students In Africa

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EDUCATION Inspirational Personal Development Self Development

What Personal Growth Is And How Important Is It? 

April 5, 2022

  During my days in secondary school, I was taught by my Biology teacher about the characteristics of living things. One of such characteristics I was taught is growth. Growth could in fact be said to be the most important yardstick for measuring whether something should be classified under living thing or non-living thing. That … Continue reading What Personal Growth Is And How Important Is It? 

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Discover Nigeria EDUCATION Women

Nigerian Scholar, Toyin Tofade, Emerges First Black Female President In American College

April 1, 2022

Tofade is a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree holder from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife Nigerian academic scholar Toyin Tofade on March 16, 2022, emerged as the first black woman to be named president of the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS) which was founded in 1881. A press release by the college made … Continue reading Nigerian Scholar, Toyin Tofade, Emerges First Black Female President In American College

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EDUCATION Opportunities

Applications Open For The NLNG 2022 Post-Primary Scholarship Award

March 31, 2022

  Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) is currently receiving applications for its 2022/2023 Post-Primary Scholarship Award. Nigerian pupils seeking to enrol in a secondary school are invited to apply. Read more about Opportunities The NLNG Post-Primary Scholarship Award is specifically designed for high-performing pupils who hail from NLNG host communities. It will support such children through … Continue reading Applications Open For The NLNG 2022 Post-Primary Scholarship Award

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EDUCATION Opportunities

Apply For The NLNG Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme 2022

March 30, 2022

  Nigeria LNG Limited (NLNG) is accepting applications from candidates across Nigeria for the NLNG Graduate Scholarship Scheme. As part of the program, qualified persons wishing to undertake studies at the Master’s Degree level will be granted scholarships to study in the United Kingdom in September 2022. Read more about Opportunities NLNG intends for this … Continue reading Apply For The NLNG Post Graduate Scholarship Scheme 2022

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EDUCATION

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Set To Receive 16th Honorary Doctorate Degree

March 23, 2022

  The “Half Of A Yellow Sun” writer is set to add another doctorate degree to her ever-growing award list Renowned Nigerian writer, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, is set to receive her 16th honorary doctorate degree from the Belgium’s Catholic University of Louvain. The ceremony is scheduled to hold at the main campus of the academic … Continue reading Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie Set To Receive 16th Honorary Doctorate Degree

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EDUCATION FinTech TECH

Schoolable: Ensuring Quality Education Through Affordable Finance

March 14, 2022

In Nigeria, only a small percentage of parents can pay private school fees upfront, while a majority of schools experience a cash flow deficit from the first day of the school term. The first month of every term is the most pensive month for parents. This is because they have to pay children’s school fees … Continue reading Schoolable: Ensuring Quality Education Through Affordable Finance

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Discover Nigeria EDUCATION Religion Spirituality

Do You Know Nigeria’s Oldest Degree Awarding Theological Institution?

March 3, 2022

The Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary, Ogbomoso, Oyo State is a theological institution that integrates and balances vibrant spirituality, sound academics and competent gospel ministry. Amongst so many other existing theological seminaries and bible schools, the Nigerian Baptist Theological Seminary, Ogbomoso, is regarded as Nigeria’s oldest degree-awarding theological institution. This year 2022, the theological institution will … Continue reading Do You Know Nigeria’s Oldest Degree Awarding Theological Institution?

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EDUCATION TECH

Edukoya Is Providing A Free And Seamless Learning Experience For Secondary School Students

February 16, 2022

The idea of formal education has changed radically within the last couple of years. Being physically present in a classroom or learning centre is not the only learning option anymore. This is a direct effect of the rise of the internet and new technologies. Read more about Tech One can have access to a quality … Continue reading Edukoya Is Providing A Free And Seamless Learning Experience For Secondary School Students

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EDUCATION Inspirational Monday Motivation

Ability In The Face Of Disability: How Nigerian Youth Was Able To Record Examination Success In Spite Of Challenges

February 7, 2022

  Nineteen-year-old Adebolu Adejobi is an inspiration to thousands of Nigerians. Despite his physical disabilities and the stigmatization attached to them, he finished secondary school education with a record-breaking WAEC result. Read more about Monday Motivation Due to his condition, he suffered ridicule and discrimination from people in his neighbourhood. His educational journey was not … Continue reading Ability In The Face Of Disability: How Nigerian Youth Was Able To Record Examination Success In Spite Of Challenges

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EDUCATION Social Media video

Video Of The Week: Chinenye Echem Talks Life As An International Student

February 3, 2022

    In this week’s Video of the Week, we feature a YouTube video of Chinenye Echem in conversation with her friend Sam. Read more about Video of the week They discuss what life has been like as international students living in the United States of America. The video begins with both of them going … Continue reading Video Of The Week: Chinenye Echem Talks Life As An International Student

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