NHEF Annual Scholarship Essay Competition opens February 8th, 2016

January 15, 2016

Unlocking Nigeria’s Potential: January 2016

Nigeria has tremendous potential. It is a country blessed with tremendous supply of resources and poised to become an economic powerhouse. Between now and 2050, Africa’s population is expected to grow by 1.3 billion and it is projected that Nigeria will be the third largest country in the world by population and one of the

September 11, 2026

NHEF National University Advancement Forum Sets New Direction for Advancement in Nigerian Universities

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF), in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Education (FME), hosted the inaugural National University Advancement Program (NUAP) Forum in Abuja, Nigeria, from September 8–9, 2026, bringing together Policymakers, Vice-Chancellors, Directors of Advancement, and senior university leaders from federal universities....

July 20, 2023

Save the Date – 2023 NHEF Fundraiser & Awards Gala

The NHEF is set to honour the remarkable contributions of pioneering Nigerians who have played a pivotal role in the nation’s advancement, both domestically and internationally. By acknowledging these exceptional accomplishments, we aim to redefine Nigeria’s global perception and transform the discourse around Nigerian identity.