By: Yemi Abioye The University of Ibadan, known as UI, is Nigeria’s oldest university. Located in Ibadan, Oyo State, UI has steadily grown from six departments and 104 students at its founding in 1948 to over 50,000 students and over 50 departments today. UI Students pursue majors as varied as education, law, agriculture, technology, and

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) is pleased to announce the 4th Annual Scholarship Essay Competition. We are challenging students to think critically and strategically about change and how they can effect change in Nigeria. The 2018 Essay Topics are themed around Technology, Youth Engagement, Gender, and Socio-Economic Growth. 1) According to the National Population Commission, Nigeria’s

On Monday, January 26th 2026, a significant milestone in the evolution of Nigeria’s higher education system was marked with the official launch of the National University Advancement Program (NUAP). Convened by the Federal Ministry of Education Nigeria, the high-level event brought together vice-chancellors, pro-chancellors, policymakers, advancement professionals, and corporate leaders from across the country...