education funding

N20bn Education Fund: Publisher Praises Oluremi Tinubu’s Game-Changing Intervention
Mrs. Msurshima Chenge, Managing Director of Fortham Publishers Limited, has lauded Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, for her groundbreaking and visionary commitment...

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Politics Today
5 months ago5 months ago

Mrs. Msurshima Chenge, Managing Director of Fortham Publishers Limited, has lauded Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, for her groundbreaking and visionary commitment to advancing the nation’s education sector. This praise comes in light of the First Lady’s recent revelation that the “Oluremi @65 Education Fund” has successfully mobilized over ₦20 billion. The...

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Kwara Government Abolishes PTA Levy and Boosts Education with New Grants for Public Schools
The Kwara State government has officially prohibited the collection of parent-teacher association (PTA) levies in all public primary schools within the state. In place of...

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Politics Today
5 months ago5 months ago

The Kwara State government has officially prohibited the collection of parent-teacher association (PTA) levies in all public primary schools within the state. In place of the PTA fees, the government has sanctioned annual grants to support the operational expenses of these schools. Professor Shehu Adaramaja, chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), revealed...

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Over 580,000 Students Secure N107.6 Billion in Education Loans to Fuel Their Future
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has recently disclosed that it has allocated a total of N107.6 billion through its student loan program, positively impacting...

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Politics Today
5 months ago5 months ago

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has recently disclosed that it has allocated a total of N107.6 billion through its student loan program, positively impacting more than 500,000 students nationwide. Data from the Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard, published yesterday, reveals that out of 846,461 applications received, 581,878 students have successfully accessed the loan facility. Detailing...

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World Teachers’ Day: Federal Government Commits to Enhanced Welfare and Stronger Support for Educators
As Nigeria joins the international community in observing World Teachers’ Day 2025, the Federal Government has once again emphasized its dedication to enhancing the welfare...

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Politics Today
5 months ago5 months ago

As Nigeria joins the international community in observing World Teachers’ Day 2025, the Federal Government has once again emphasized its dedication to enhancing the welfare and acknowledgment of educators nationwide. During a symposium held on Monday in anticipation of the Sunday celebration, the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, together with the Minister of...

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Judge Commands Trump to Reinstate $500 Million in Crucial Grant Funding to UCLA
Students walk past Royce Hall at the UCLA campus in Los Angeles on Aug. 15, 2024. Damian Dovarganes/AP hide caption toggle caption Damian Dovarganes/AP LOS...

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International News
5 months ago5 months ago

Students walk past Royce Hall at the UCLA campus in Los Angeles on Aug. 15, 2024. Damian Dovarganes/AP hide caption toggle caption Damian Dovarganes/AP LOS ANGELES – A federal court has mandated the Trump administration to reinstate $500 million in federal grant funds that were previously withheld from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)....

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Edo South Senator Imasuen Reaffirms Senate’s Strong Commitment to Boost University Funding
Senator Neda Imasuen, chair of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petition, reaffirmed the National Assembly’s dedication to enhancing university funding, protecting academic...

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Politics Today
5 months ago5 months ago

Senator Neda Imasuen, chair of the Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges, and Public Petition, reaffirmed the National Assembly’s dedication to enhancing university funding, protecting academic freedom, and fostering stronger connections between academia and industry. Speaking at the University of Benin’s (UNIBEN) Faculty of Arts golden jubilee celebration, Senator Imasuen, representing Edo South, was honored with...

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Empowering Futures: EU and Jesuits Launch Education Grant for 56,000 Out-of-School Children in Borno
The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), in partnership with the European Union (EU), has extended its educational funding to support 56,000 out-of-school children in Borno State,...

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Politics Today
5 months ago5 months ago

The Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS), in partnership with the European Union (EU), has extended its educational funding to support 56,000 out-of-school children in Borno State, including 30,000 girls and 26,000 boys. During the program’s inauguration, themed “Enhancing Access to Safe and Quality Education for Vulnerable, Conflict-Affected Children in Borno State, North-East Nigeria,” JRS Country Director...

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TETFund Invests N70bn to Power Up 18 Higher Institutions with Mini Grid Projects
The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has earmarked N70 billion to develop Mini Grid Power systems in eighteen selected tertiary institutions. This initiative aims to...

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Politics Today
5 months ago5 months ago

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) has earmarked N70 billion to develop Mini Grid Power systems in eighteen selected tertiary institutions. This initiative aims to tackle the escalating electricity costs that hinder research and academic activities across the nation. Danladi Abubakar Sani, a TETFUND board member representing the North-East zone, revealed this during a three-day...

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Securing their future today: The role of trusts in protecting your child’s education and legacy
Imagine having the power to safeguard your child’s future-what would you hope for them? Although the future is unpredictable, proactive measures can significantly enhance the...

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Opinion
6 months ago6 months ago

Imagine having the power to safeguard your child’s future-what would you hope for them? Although the future is unpredictable, proactive measures can significantly enhance the likelihood of turning those hopes into reality. Among the most valuable tools available to parents is the establishment of trusts, which play a crucial role in ensuring your child’s education...

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