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Grinders Foundation Supports 55 Student-Athletes With Back-to-School Materials In Abuja
The Grinders Basketball Foundation has provided educational materials and financial assistance to about 55 student-athletes as part of the eighth edition of its annual ‘Back to School’ programme in Abuja. The…
NYC Bans AI Use In Public Schools For Younger Students
New York City has imposed a one-year moratorium on student-facing artificial intelligence tools in public schools from preschool through eighth grade, affecting nearly 600,000 students in the nation’s largest public…
FG opens applications for N2.5 billion grant for 50 student innovators
The Federal Government has opened applications for the second cohort of its Student Venture Capital Grant, offering up to N50 million each to 50 outstanding student-led ventures across Nigeria. The post FG opens…
FG opens ₦50m student venture grant, restores NMEC autonomy
The Federal Government has opened applications for the second cohort of the Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG), offering up to ₦50 million in equity-free funding to 50 student-led ventures nationwide. The initiative,…
Find out more as application portal opens for student venture capital grant worth N50m each
The federal government will award up to N50 million each to 50 student-led STEM ventures under the second cohort of its Student Venture Capital Grant.
Abia prepares teachers to use digital tools in new high-tech schools
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the exercise focuses on equipping teachers with skills for technology-driven and student-centred learning. The post Abia prepares teachers to use digital tools in new high-tech…
NEPL/Seplat inaugurates Labs In Delta, Trains 500 Teachers
Determined to promote more creative, practical and student-centred learning in schools, the NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL)/Seplat Energy Joint Venture (JV) has commissioned and handed over two fully…
UK announces higher student visa funding requirement for students from 15 West African nations
The UK has raised the student visa funding requirement for students from 15 West African countries. This affects international students from West Africa.
Taraba Student Nurses Protest Rape, Finger-Cutting By Hoodlums
Fear and anxiety have gripped students of the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo, following repeated attacks on students, including the alleged rape of a female student after hoodlums reportedly broke…
Germany reveals weekly work limit for foreigners on student visas
Germany has published the number of hours international students can work while studying on a student visa. Foreign students must follow specific work limits.
Australia changes student visa rules, new restrictions affect families of international students
Australia has introduced new student visa restrictions that affect family members of international students. The changes set out who may be affected.
US student visa: Here is how many hours foreign students can work per week
Foreign students in the US can work while studying under certain conditions attached to their student visa. Here is how many hours they are allowed to work per week.
Taraba nursing students protest hostel attack, alleged rape
Students of the Taraba State College of Nursing Sciences, Jalingo, protest attack on one of their hostels during which a female student was allegedly raped The post Taraba nursing students protest hostel attack, alleged…
UK reveals weekly work limit for foreigners on student visas
The UK has published the number of hours international students can work while studying on a student visa. Foreign students must follow specific work restrictions.
UK raises financial bar for Nigerians, other international students
UK raised maintenance funds for international students from September 2025, affecting African applicants. New monthly thresholds align with domestic student loans.
UNIOSUN set to graduate first medical doctors, 4,357 students at 16th convocation
Osun State University (UNIOSUN) is set to graduate its first set of medical doctors as 4,357 students receive various degrees and diplomas during The post UNIOSUN set to graduate first medical doctors, 4,357 students at…
Northern Students Laud Defence Minister For Tackling Security Challenges
The Association of Northern Nigeria Students (ANNS) has commended the minister of Defence, Gen. Christopher Gwabin Musa, for his “unwavering commitment” to addressing Nigeria’s security challenges. The students’ body…
NEPC, NANS Forge Partnership to Link Students to Global Export Opportunities
James Emejo in Abuja The Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC) and National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have proposed a partnership to train students in non-oil exports and establish export
FG’s free daily data could supercharge students’ learning, experts say
The federal government’s promise to provide free daily data for students could reshape how young Nigerians learn, giving read more FG’s free daily data could supercharge students’ learning, experts say
Madonna University opens 2026/2027 fee portal, reveals mandatory fee for new students
Madonna University has opened its 2026/2027 school fees portal and announced a mandatory fee for students. Prospective students can now access the fee information.
Australia moves to restrict family visas for international students
Australia is preparing to tighten immigration rules for international students, with the federal government considering restrictions. The post Australia moves to restrict family visas for international students appeared…
Sweden reveals 5 conditions foreigners must meet for student residence permit
Sweden has released five conditions foreigners must meet to qualify for a student residence permit. Find out the key requirements students need to satisfy.
FG assures students of conducive learning environment on campus
The Federal Government has assured students across the country that it has put measures in place to ensure a conducive learning The post FG assures students of conducive learning environment on campus appeared first on…
New Zealand lists who cannot work on a student visa
New Zealand outlines categories of international students who are not permitted to undertake employment while holding a student visa under current immigration rules.
New Zealand visa allows foreign students to stay up to 5 years
New Zealand’s Pathway Student Visa allows international students to study up to three courses consecutively on a single visa, providing they have an approved study pathway and meet the country’s visa requirements. The…
NELFUND disburses N1.08bn to 5,381 nursing students
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed over ₦1.08 billion to support the education of 5,381 student nurses and The post NELFUND disburses N1.08bn to 5,381 nursing students appeared first on Tribune…
Canada reveals 33 countries whose citizens may qualify for its student immigration pilot
Canada has announced a student immigration pilot for French-speaking students and listed 33 countries whose citizens may be eligible to apply for the programme.
Ondo varsity students give Aiyedatiwa 14-day ultimatum
STUDENTS of state-owned universities in Ondo state, under the aegis of the National Association of Nigerian Students Joint Campus Committee (NANS-JCC), have given Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa a 14-day ultimatum to resolve…
FG begins campus mobilisation for N2.5bn student venture funding
The Federal Government has commenced nationwide mobilisation for the second cohort of its Student Venture Capital Grant (S-VCG), with 50 read more FG begins campus mobilisation for N2.5bn student venture funding
UNILORIN student who quit school twice returns stronger, breaks record and graduates with first class
A University of Ilorin student who dropped out of school twice has returned to achieve an outstanding academic feat. The student broke a departmental record.
127 Law students participate in NDDC moot court, mock trial competition
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has organised a Moot Court and Mock Trial Competition for 127 Law students drawn read more 127 Law students participate in NDDC moot court, mock trial competition
Nigerian students to get 100MB free daily data from October
Nigerian students in public senior secondary schools and tertiary institutions will receive 100 megabytes (MB) of free daily data from read more Nigerian students to get 100MB free daily data from October
NANS seeks partnership with NEPC on student training
NANS has sought partnership with the NEPC to provide Nigerian students with training in export development and entrepreneurship... The post NANS seeks partnership with NEPC on student training appeared first on Tribune…
Canada tightens student intake, prioritises master’s, PhD candidates
Canada has announced plans to further reduce the number of international students entering the country at lower levels of study, while increasing its focus on attracting highly skilled students pursuing master’s and PhD…
Canada reveals 7 conditions foreign students must meet before working without a work permit
Canada has listed seven conditions foreign students must meet to work without a separate work permit. The requirements explain which students can work legally.
Student loans cut tertiary dropout rate by 20% — NELFUND boss
NELFUND boss has said the Federal Government’s student loan scheme has reduced the rate of tertiary institution dropouts by 20 per cent... The post Student loans cut tertiary dropout rate by 20% — NELFUND boss appeared…
Why we won’t restrict student loans to poor Nigerians — NELFUND boss
NELFUND Managing Director/CEO, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, has explained why the Federal Government’s student loan scheme is not restricted to... The post Why we won’t restrict student loans to poor Nigerians — NELFUND boss…
Student Loan Demand Overwhelming, Billions Disbursed – NELFUND
Demand for the Federal Government-backed student loan scheme has been overwhelming, reflecting the growing financial pressure facing many Nigerian students seeking to enter and remain in tertiary institutions, the…
Major changes to UK student visa so far in 2026
The British government has rolled out critical updates to immigration guidelines. Check out the major UK student visa changes in 2026 before submitting your application. The post Major changes to UK student visa so far…
Australia sets out how many hours international students can work while studying
Australia has published the number of hours international students can work while studying in the country on a student visa. The rules also outline the conditions.