The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) successfully concluded its 2026 Programs Orientation Week, held from Saturday, July 4 to Saturday, July 11, 2026, bringing together 171 participants comprising 110 NHEF Scholars, 30 Graduate Doctors, and 31 Faculty Fellows from Nigeria's leading universities for an intensive week of leadership development, professional capacity building, experiential learning, and industry engagement....

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) has unveiled a series of transformative initiatives for 2024, marking a pivotal year in its mission to enhance higher education and professional development across Nigeria. This year’s programs, The NHEF Scholars Program, the NHEF Faculty Program, and the newly introduced NHEF Graduate Doctors Program reflect a commitment to excellence and innovation, aimed at nurturing Nigeria’s brightest talents and advancing the country’s potential.

Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode Jonathan F. Fanton Leadership in Education Award Aisha Muhammed-Oyebode is a development specialist, international NGO expert and human rights activist specializing in women and girls’ initiatives. Aisha founded and serves as CEO of the Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF), a non-governmental organization that promotes good governance and is dedicated to engendering socio-economic change on