Dear Ajuwaya, Your Service year will be one of the ‘shortest’ one year span you’d experience in your lifetime. How you spend it can make or mar you. I have long desired writing this piece but kept putting it till another day until my recent visit to the Lagos State NYSC Secretariat. I was there…
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Looking at Junior’s promotion report sheet, Papa Junior, called in a stern voice, “Junior, come here!” Despite recording first position in Christian Religious Studies and making the overall 10th best result in a class of 35 students, Juniors heartbeat has not stopped skipping since he got his report sheet. Who made the overall best position…
Techpedia Integrated Services, a Nigerian startup Engineering and ICT Company headquartered in Lagos Nigeria has released a new App, Q and A App (Download from Playstore). Q and A is a marketplace for sharing educational, career and personal development resources. Techpedia thinks that knowledge seekers should not find themselves in blind spots when searching for…
The Minister of Finance, Kemi Adeosun recently admitted that the Nigeria economy is facing a recession. Long before her admittance, many Nigerians without economic knowledge are well aware that times are hard. It was not a surprise to read about cases of stolen stew pots in some parts of the country – there is hunger…
Suffering from halitosis? To ascertain your answer, simply lick the inside of your wrist with the back of your tongue; wait for a few seconds until the saliva dries. If you get an unpleasant smell from your wrist, there is likelihood that you are a sufferer. Also referred to as smelly mouth, studies have estimated…
The world recently mourned the passing of a boxing legend. The man who glamourized boxing and arguably the greatest boxer of all times. Ever heard, “Fly like a butter fly, sting like a bee”? We live in a generation where success is often measured in monetary terms. There is a joke that says successful individuals are…
Note: This article is intended for Nigerians only. OPE O, UP NEPA!!! A regular reaction elicited whenever NEPA restores power within the estate I live. On this occasion, I could filter out the voices of Favour my 3 years old neighbor, Jide, a professional photographer in the neighborhood and Mr. Segun, who lives on the…
N-power, is a Federal Government initiative targeted at training and empowering 600,000 young Nigerians to drive social and economic development. The programme is segmented into 3 areas namely, N-Power Teachers Corps- 500,000 graduates, N-Power Knowledge – 25,000 non-graduates, N-Power Build- 75,000 non-graduates. See full details of the Programme on the Npower website. A school of…
6:00pm Ojota Bus Terminal, Lagos Nigeria Please excuse me, I sought permission from the lady in front of me on the Bus queue. A nylon containing groundnut had just fallen from my hands – I needed some space to pick it up. I was heading home from work and waiting to board a Rapid Transit…
Prior to graduation, many undergraduates dream of seamless integration into the world of high paying blue collar jobs. Upon graduation, many are faced with the harsh reality of unemployment. The Nigerian Bureau of Statistics puts the unemployment rate in Nigeria at 10.4 per cent (at last quarter of 2015). This article outlines 5 things you…
Nigerian Tertiary Institution Info
- TotalEnergies International Masters Degree Scholarship 2025-2026The TotalEnergies International Masters Degree Scholarship 2025-2026 offers a unique opportunity for Nigerian scholars to advance their education in France. This programme focuses on developing expertise in Management Science, Engineering, and Geosciences, particularly in oil and gas fields. The scholarship provides full support, allowing recipients to focus entirely on their studies. Scholarship Overview The scholarship […]
- Ikeja Record Community Report Award 2024The Ikeja Record Community Report Award 2024 is an opportunity for journalists to tell impactful stories from Lagos communities. This initiative, created by Ikeja Record, focuses on supporting mid-career journalists in highlighting underrepresented narratives. The award offers funding to develop and publish stories that drive meaningful engagement and spark conversations within the community. Details of […]
- E-JUST TICAD8 African Scholarships for STI 2025The E-JUST TICAD8 African Scholarships for STI 2025 are now open for applications. These scholarships, offered by the Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology (E-JUST), aim to develop skilled professionals in Science, Technology, and Innovation (STI). The scholarships are part of a collaboration between the Egyptian Government and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). Scholarship […]
- Education Development Trust Tim Morris Award 2025The Tim Morris Award provides financial support for PhD students conducting field research in education. This award honours the legacy of Tim Morris, who dedicated his life to improving education opportunities in low-income countries. PhD students working in specific areas of education in low- or middle-income countries can apply for this opportunity. Details of the […]
- GSK Scholarships for Future Health Leaders 2025-2026The GSK Scholarships support individuals from sub-Saharan Africa to become future health leaders. These scholarships focus on building skills in global health and strengthening health systems and research in Africa. Three scholarships are available for the 2025-2026 academic year for students pursuing a one-year, full-time MSc programme at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical […]
- Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships 2025The Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships provide a chance for international students to study at advanced levels in Ireland. This programme is funded by the Irish Government in collaboration with Irish higher education institutions and managed by the Higher Education Authority. Each year, 60 scholarships are awarded for one year of full-time study at […]
- Mauritius - Africa Scholarship Scheme 2025 for NigeriansThe Mauritius – Africa Scholarship Scheme offers an opportunity for Nigerian students to study in Mauritius with full support from the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology. This scholarship is open to both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants for the 2025 academic year. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria and follow detailed procedures to apply successfully. […]
- MAUTECH Postgraduate Admission List | 1st, 2nd & 3rd BatchThe first, second and third batch of the Modibbo Adama University of Technology (MAUTECH) postgraduate admission list for the 2024/2025 academic session is now available. This brings great news for all candidates eager to know their admission status. The university has officially announced the successful candidates. How to Check MAUTECH Postgraduate Admission List The first […]
- Federal Polytechnic Ugep Takes Over CR-ITMThe Federal Polytechnic Ugep has officially assumed control of the Institute of Technology and Management (CR-ITM), Ugep, including all its academic programmes and facilities. This development aims to improve educational opportunities and deliver top-tier technical and management training to students. The transition is expected to promote academic excellence, expand course offerings, and create better opportunities […]
- UNICROSS Matriculation Ceremony for 2024/2025 SessionThe University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), formerly known as Cross River State University of Technology (CRUTECH), has announced the Matriculation Ceremony for all first-year degree students for the 2024/2025 academic session. The ceremony is an important milestone marking the official induction of newly admitted students into the university community. Schedule for the UNICROSS Matriculation […]