5 d. ago Cross River governor highlights lawmakers’ key role beyond project execution

From Aniekan Aniekan, Calabar Cross River State Governor Bassey Otu has emphasised that the role of lawmakers extends far beyond executing projects. Speaking at the Hillary Bisong Colloquium in Calabar, which focused on “Lawmaking & constitutional democracy: The Nigerian experience,” Governor Otu, represented by Commissioner for Education, Senator Stephen Odey, highlighted the importance of lawmaking. […] The post Cross River governor highlights lawmakers’ key role beyond project execution appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Maduka University Chancellor wants targeted entrepreneurial education for Nigerian varsities

The Founder and Chancellor of Maduka University, Samuel Maduka Onyishi, has called on Nigerian universities to adopt a more targeted read more Maduka University Chancellor wants targeted entrepreneurial education for Nigerian varsities

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1 week ago Medical expert seeks policy for free healthcare, education for vulnerable Nigerians

Babatunde Okewale, a leading Nigerian medical expert and Group Medical Director of St Ives Hospital has canvassed for government policies read more Medical expert seeks policy for free healthcare, education for vulnerable Nigerians

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2 w. ago Akpabio reiterates support for more female representation in governance

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, has reaffirmed his support for increased female participation in governance, describing women as better managers. He added that as crucial decision-makers, their absence in politics represents a missed opportunity for national progress. Akpabio made the remarks during an advocacy visit to his office by a coalition of […] The post Akpabio reiterates support for more female representation in governance appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago NELFUND Disburses N56.9bn To Nearly 300,000 Students In 1 year

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) said it has disbursed a total sum of N56. N851,937 billion to cover tuition fees and provide upkeep allowances for 298,124 students in 198 tertiary institutions across Nigeria since the fund’s launch on 24 May 2024. The latest data from the NELFUND showed that N30.179 billion had been disbursed […]

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3 w. ago ‘Embrace your identity, dream big’ – UNICAL VC advises Nigerian children

Tribune Online ‘Embrace your identity, dream big’ – UNICAL VC advises Nigerian children I admired them and longed to be like them. Some of us didn’t have such opportunities until adulthood. That admiration fueled my love for education. ‘Embrace your identity, dream big’ – UNICAL VC advises Nigerian children Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NOA pushes awareness as Tinubu’s education loan scheme gains momentum in Rivers

Tribune Online NOA pushes awareness as Tinubu’s education loan scheme gains momentum in Rivers By Udo Ike IN a modest but impactful corner of the public service system, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) is taking on a crucial task – ensuring that students in Rivers State are not left behind in President Bola Tinubu’s education loan revolution. As the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) continues to expand its reach, […] NOA pushes awareness as Tinubu’s education loan scheme gains momentum in Rivers Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NELFUND marks one year with over 550,000 successful loan applications

Tribune Online NELFUND marks one year with over 550,000 successful loan applications The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that it recorded over 550,000 successful loan applications and disbursed ₦56.85 billion to cover tuition fees and provide upkeep allowances to beneficiary students in its first year of operation. NELFUND marks one year with over 550,000 successful loan applications Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Expert seek improve compliance to internal audit for efficient governance

Tribune Online Expert seek improve compliance to internal audit for efficient governance An Expert in the auditing sector, the Managing Director of Galaxy Backbone, Prof. Ibrahim Adeyanju is seeking an improved compliance with internal audit as a means of enhancing efficiency and transparency in the provision of governance in Nigeria. In an interview with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) member staff in Abuja, Adeyanju explained the […] Expert seek improve compliance to internal audit for efficient governance Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Education, Tech Driven Remain Top Priorities For Nigerian Child – Adeyeye

Her Regal Majesty, Olori Temitope Adeyeye-Ogunwusi, wife of the Ooni of Ife, has reaffirmed her commitment to quality education and technological advancement for Nigerian children, describing them as key priorities for national development. Speaking in Abuja during the 2025 International Day of the Boy Child celebration, themed “Boys’ Mental Health and Wellbeing,” Adeyeye-Ogunwusi called for […]

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3 w. ago NELFUND to UNILAG: Refund students’ fees paid before loan disbursement

Tribune Online NELFUND to UNILAG: Refund students’ fees paid before loan disbursement The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) on Wednesday urged the management of the University of Lagos (UNILAG) to promptly refund fees paid by students prior to the Fund’s disbursement of institutional fees to the university. NELFUND to UNILAG: Refund students’ fees paid before loan disbursement Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NELFund Engages RSU Management To Tackle Low Registration For Student Loans

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has raised concerns over the low student loan applications at the Rivers State University. The Managing Director of NELFUND, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, disclosed this yesterday during the Strategic Engagement and Sensitisation Campaign on the Fund in Port Harcourt operations. Represented by Dr. Zino Ugboma, Director, Administration,  NELFUND,  Sawyerr said […]

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4 w. ago NELFUND begins disbursement of April 2025 upkeep allowances to beneficiary

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) said on Monday that it has commenced the disbursement of April 2025 upkeep payments to eligible student-beneficiaries across the country. Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, the Director of Strategic Communications, NELFUND, announced this in a statement released in Abuja She noted that while most payments have been […] The post NELFUND begins disbursement of April 2025 upkeep allowances to beneficiary-students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Adeyemi varsity urges NELFUND to release over N68m students loan

Tribune Online Adeyemi varsity urges NELFUND to release over N68m students loan The Acting Vice Chancellor of Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, Professor Samuel Akintunde, has disclosed that the institution is expecting the disbursement of N68.3 million from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund Adeyemi varsity urges NELFUND to release over N68m students loan Tribune Online

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4 w. ago Meet eight Nigerian educationists exploring virtual space for economic value

The education sector in Africa’s most populous country is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by innovative educators who are leveraging read more Meet eight Nigerian educationists exploring virtual space for economic value

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4 w. ago Expert seeks increased support for AI education in Nigerian schools

Tribune Online Expert seeks increased support for AI education in Nigerian schools Dr Ismaila Temitayo Sanusi, has emphasised the urgent need for the Federal Government to take concrete steps to improve access to AI education in Nigerian schools. Expert seeks increased support for AI education in Nigerian schools Tribune Online

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