Technology and education stories.
About 200 students have been selected as the first beneficiaries of a ₦1 billion scholarship scheme by Miva Open University and the Tunji Olowolafe Foundation, aimed at supporting 1,000 underprivileged students over five years.
Students in Makurdi have received training on personal safety and mental health awareness, aimed at improving wellbeing and resilience in tertiary institutions. The programme focused on stress management, risk awareness, and encouraging students to seek help early while promoting safer learning environments.
Stakeholders say Nigeria must scale up from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture to boost food production, improve efficiency, and reduce reliance on imports. They argue that larger, mechanised farms could attract investment, strengthen value chains, and create more structured jobs, but stress that land access, infrastructure, and financing remain major barriers.
President Tinubu says ongoing economic reforms are aimed at expanding opportunities for Nigerian youths, especially in tech, agriculture, and sports, through job creation, skills development, and innovation-driven growth.
Education costs in Nigeria are rising across all levels, with increased school fees, “service charges,” and living expenses making it harder for many families to afford schooling.
Experts say Nigerian companies risk falling behind globally unless they adopt digital procurement systems, warning that manual processes are driving inefficiency, weak oversight, and financial leakages.
Nigeria and Türkiye have agreed to strengthen cooperation in the solid minerals sector, focusing on digital mining systems, improved exploration, and regulatory reforms to boost efficiency and investment.
Femi Azeez made a dream Super Eagles debut, scoring twice in Nigeria’s 2–0 win over Zimbabwe at the Unity Cup, calling it a proud moment in his career.
Experts say TETFund remains vital to Nigeria’s tertiary education system, driving infrastructure upgrades, staff training, and research funding across public institutions.
The National Library boss has urged Nigerian youths to build a stronger reading culture, saying it is key to improving education, critical thinking, and national development. She encouraged greater use of libraries and learning resources, stressing that consistent reading helps young people gain knowledge and skills for the future.
Moniepoint has announced a ₦3 billion plan to build innovation hubs in OAU, UNN, and ABU, aimed at training students in tech skills, startups, and digital innovation.
Meta has introduced paid “Plus” subscription plans for Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, offering extra features like enhanced tools and customization for monthly fees, while basic services remain free.
