The 2025 NHEF Higher Education Forum will spotlight the untapped potential of alumni as powerful allies in building stronger, more resilient universities. Themed Driving Sustainable Growth: Strengthening Alumni & Advancement Infrastructure in Nigerian Universities, the event will highlight how universities can transition from one-off fundraising to strategic alumni engagement and advancement structures that foster innovation, resilience, and long-term growth.

On July 12th, 2025, the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) hosted the 2025 NHEF Higher Education Forum in Lagos, Nigeria. The forum convened an esteemed gathering of policymakers, Vice Chancellors, faculty leaders, industry professionals, partners, faculty, scholars and graduate doctors to chart a strategic path forward for Nigeria’s tertiary education system under the theme “Developing Institutional Roadmaps for Growth and Impact in Nigeria’s Higher Education.”

On June 6th, 2025, the Gates Foundation hosted the first-ever Goalkeepers conference in Lagos, bringing together global and African leaders, changemakers, and innovators under the theme “Future of Progress: Africa in Motion.”.....

Wale Adeosun, Founder & CEO of Kuramo Capital Management and Chairman of the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF), joined global leaders at the prestigious Cambridge Africa Business Conference (CABC) to speak on a panel titled: “Seeds Not Supplies: How Africa Cultivates Sustainable Financial Ecosystems and Shifts from Aid Reliance.....

In a significant step towards transforming Nigeria’s tertiary education landscape, the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) met with the Honourable Minister of Education of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, on the 13th of May, 2025, to solidify strategic collaboration ahead of the 2025 NHEF Higher Education Forum....

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 Faculty Program, a transformative capacity development initiative designed exclusively for educators and administrators from NHEF partner universities...

The 2024 edition of the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) Online Skills Academy (OSA) achieved remarkable success, offering tailored sessions for students, young professionals, graduate doctors, and lecturers. With a robust curriculum designed to enhance professional and academic competencies, the series attracted 1,163 participants...

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) is pleased to announce the commencement of the 2024 NHEF Online Skills Academy. Established in 2020, the Online Skills Academy was designed to virtually provide students and young professionals..

Higher education is a cornerstone for personal and national development. It empowers individuals with advanced knowledge, critical thinking skills, and specialized training that can lead to personal growth and societal progress. In Nigeria, where the educational landscape is rapidly evolving, the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of higher education.

The 2024 NHEF Higher Education Forum represents a critical step towards addressing the myriad challenges facing Nigerian higher education and transforming them into opportunities for growth and excellence. By fostering collaboration, sharing best practices, and developing actionable strategies, the forum will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of higher education in Nigeria. It is an invitation to all stakeholders to join hands in this transformative journey and contribute to building a resilient, innovative, and inclusive higher education system.

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) proudly announces its 2024 Gala & Awards Ceremony, set to take place in New York on Friday, September 27, 2024. The 2024 Gala & Awards Ceremony is set to recognize the outstanding contributions of trailblazing Nigerians who have demonstrated exceptional excellence in their respective fields and made significant contributions to the development of their communities and beyond.