We choose to be poor – Peter Obi blasts Nigerians
Former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has blamed Nigeria’s worsening poverty on poor leadership and a culture of celebrating corrupt officials. He made the comments while receiving members of the Association of Skilled and Vocational Artisans of Nigeria (ASVAN) in Abuja. Obi, the ex-governor of Anambra State, said Nigeria is rich in natural and […]
Borno pays N2.5bn annual fees for students at Isaac Balami University
The government of Borno State has paid ₦2.5 billion to cover the annual tuition of scholarship beneficiaries admitted into an aviation institution. Governor Babagana Umara Zulum presented the cheque during a ceremony in Maiduguri, praising the initiative as a major investment in education and human capital. He urged the selected students to stay disciplined and […]
NELFUND has paid 265 tertiary institutions for 1.5 million applications – Sawyerr
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has paid approved student loan funds to 265 tertiary institutions across the country. This was disclosed by the Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, who said the payments cover about 1.5 million student applications processed so far. According to Sawyerr, the fund was created to ease the financial […]
Kebbi: N10bn Hajj loan sparks outrage amid alarming literacy crisis
A major controversy has erupted in Kebbi State after reports emerged that the government approved a N10 billion loan to support Hajj activities. Many residents and civil society groups say the move is insensitive, especially at a time when the state is battling one of the highest illiteracy rates in Nigeria. Critics argue that the […]
World Bank approves $1.08bn loan to boost Nigeria’s education, nutrition, and economic resilience
The World Bank has approved a $1.08 billion loan to help Nigeria improve its education, nutrition, and economic stability. This funding will support underserved communities, aiming to improve education, expand nutrition services, and help vulnerable households cope with economic challenges. The funds are mainly for the NG-CARES Programme, which started to address the economic impacts […]
Nigeria’s World Bank Debt May Hit $9.2 Billion As FG Eyes Six Loans
Nigeria is set to receive six new loans from the World Bank in 2025, amounting to $2.23 billion. With this, the country’s total World Bank loans over the past three years will reach $9.2 billion. These funds will be used to support education, healthcare, digital infrastructure, and economic stability. While the loans aim to improve […]
NELFUND Board: Nigerian students union protests exclusion, demand representation
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has strongly demanded to be included in the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) Board. The student body insists that as the main beneficiaries of the fund, they must have a voice in how student loans are managed. In a letter addressed to NELFUND’s Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, and […]
Peter Obi Visits College Of Nursing Sciences, Mbano, Imo, Donates ₦10 Million
Peter Obi has once again shown his dedication to education and healthcare by donating ₦10 million to the College of Nursing Sciences in Mbano, Imo State. This contribution aligns with his mission to invest in sectors that play a crucial role in Nigeria’s growth. The College of Nursing Sciences has grown significantly over the years. […]
The Vice Chancellor of University of Jos, Prof. Tanko Ishaya seeks NASS Intervention Over Electricity Disconnection
The University of Jos is in urgent need of help after being cut off from the public electricity supply. The Vice Chancellor, Prof. Tanko Ishaya, has appealed to the House of Representatives Committee on University Education to step in and address the issue. During a recent visit by the committee, led by Chairman Abubakar Hassan […]
State Universities’ Students Can Now Benefit From FG’s Loan Scheme
The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, Akintunde Sawyerr, shared during a press briefing in Abuja that their website has attracted over 60,000 visitors since its launch. He also mentioned that nearly all federal institutions have submitted their lists of students, with only a few remaining. In the next three weeks, the scheme […]