On Thursday, July 1st, 2021, the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) welcomed a new cohort for the 5th Annual NHEF Scholars Program. Students from our six Partner Universities – Ahmadu Bello University, Bayero University, University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, University of Nigeria, Nsukka and University of Port Harcourt – were selected to participate in an

We are thrilled to announce that the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) is celebrating its 20th anniversary! Marking two decades of dedication, collaboration, and transformative impact in higher education. As we reflect on the last 20 years, we are overwhelmed with gratitude for the unwavering support from our partners, donors, scholars, alumni, and the entire...

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...