Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has defended the Federal Government’s decision to exempt candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education and some agricultural-related programmes in polytechnics from sitting the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), saying the move is aimed at tackling Nigeria’s growing population of out-of-school adolescents and building a skilled workforce. Speaking on…
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has fixed 150 as the minimum cut-off mark for admission into Nigerian universities for the 2026 academic session. The decision was reached during the 2026 Policy Meeting on Admissions in Abuja, attended by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, and stakeholders from tertiary institutions across the country, on…
A nationwide research initiative is currently seeking qualified and experienced individuals to serve as Data Collectors for a major study titled “Citizen Mobilisation and Alternative Pressure Mechanisms in Political Action.” This study is designed to generate credible, context-driven insights into how citizens actively participate in civic and political processes beyond elections, influence governance, and promote…
The King Abdulaziz University has announced applications for its fully funded 2026 scholarship programme for international students seeking Undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD degrees. The scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including tuition coverage, monthly stipends, accommodation, health care, and annual return tickets for successful applicants. In this post, you’ll find everything you need to know about…
Teachers Recruitment Interview The Katsina State Government Committee overseeing the ongoing teachers recruitment exercise has officially released the list of shortlisted candidates who successfully passed the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for teaching positions in primary and secondary schools across the state. According to the committee, all applicants are advised to visit the official recruitment portal to…
The University of Exeter in the United Kingdom is offering the LME Scholarship for international students interested in pursuing postgraduate studies at the institution. The University of Exeter LME Scholarship is valued at £26,500 and is available to students who have received an offer of admission into one of the approved MSc programmes for the…
The Federal Government-backed 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme has opened applications for its Talent Registry, creating access to about 3,000 technology job opportunities with a minimum monthly salary of N150,000. The initiative, delivered in partnership with Skill Ladders and the National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), is designed to bridge the gap between digital…
The Katsina State Enterprise Development Agency has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Amana Microfinance Bank to improve access to loans and business support for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises across Katsina State. According to the agency, the partnership is aimed at making the process of accessing financial support easier, faster, and more transparent for…
In continuation of the selection process leading to final stage of the 2025 Recruitment Exercise, candidates who were successful in the previous phases are required to visit the NCS Recruitment Portal at https://updates.customs.gov.ng to complete a designated form. The portal will close at 11:00 p.m. on Sunday, 10 May 2026. All successful candidates are to…
The federal government has approved a $500 million annual funding mechanism to transform Nigeria’s research and innovation ecosystem in line with international best practices. The fund, known as the National Research and Innovation Development Fund, is designed to ensure sustainable financing for research activities, innovation, and the commercialisation of discoveries across universities, research institutes, and…