We’ve Disbursed ₦174bn in Student Loans to Over 800,000 Students — NELFUND MD

We’ve Disbursed ₦174bn in Student Loans to Over 800,000 Students — NELFUND MD

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) launched its student loan program in May 2024. Since then the agency has disbursed ₦174 billion to over 800,000 students across 263 tertiary institutions. MD Akintunde Sawyerr announced this milestone during a recent update. Additionally, NELFUND focuses on supporting students in public institutions. The program helps cover tuition and…

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FG and ASUU Reach Agreement as Professors Get ₦140k Monthly Allowance

FG and ASUU Reach Agreement as Professors Get ₦140k Monthly Allowance

The Federal Government and ASUU signed a new agreement. This pact resolves a 16-year stalemate over the 2009 deal. Education Minister Tunji Alausa unveiled the details in Abuja. Moreover the agreement boosts lecturers’ welfare. It introduces better pay and allowances. Officials aim to improve university stability. Key Salary Increases The government approved a 40 percent…

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2026 UTME Update: JAMB Sets January 26 for Form Sales, Releases Exam Dates

2026 UTME Update: JAMB Sets January 26 for Form Sales, Releases Exam Dates

JAMB has announced the start of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination and Direct Entry processes. This update helps students prepare for higher education in Nigeria. Officials aim to ensure a smooth registration for all candidates. Registration Starts Soon JAMB opened the sale of e-PINs for UTME on January 19, 2026. Candidates can buy these…

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Natasha Resumes Electric Tricycle Rollout for 100 Kogi Youths

Natasha Resumes Electric Tricycle Rollout for 100 Kogi Youths

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan leads the charge in Kogi Central. She resumes the Electric Motor Vehicles program. This effort targets 100 local youths. They receive electric tricycles to boost their livelihoods. The initiative paused earlier due to regulations. Now it moves forward with full approval. Program Background The program began in 2025. Senator Natasha launched it…

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FG Limits Graduation Ceremonies to Only Final-Year Primary Pupils

FG Limits Graduation Ceremonies to Only Final-Year Primary Pupils

The Federal Government introduces new rules to control school graduation ceremonies. These rules target the growing costs that burden parents. Schools often hold events for every class level, which adds unnecessary expenses. Officials announced this policy on Friday. It focuses on major education stages. Parents now face fewer demands for money on minor graduations. Details…

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Nasarawa Tertiary Institutions Unions Begin Indefinite Strike Over Minimum Wage

Nasarawa Tertiary Institutions Begin Indefinite Strike Monday Over Minimum Wage

Academic and non-academic workers in Nasarawa State tertiary institutions on Monday began an indefinite strike over the non-implementation of the New National Minimum Wage. The Joint Unions of Nasarawa State Tertiary Institutions (JUNSTI) announced the action after a meeting of union leaders held in Lafia, the state capital. Union blames government for strike Speaking to…

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