The NHEF Gala commemorates the efforts of trailblazing Nigerians and friends of Nigeria, who have contributed to the country’s prosperity both at home and abroad. We believe that in recognizing these outstanding achievements we are reshaping Nigeria’s image on the global stage and changing the narrative on what it means to be Nigerian. Through

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

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) is pleased to announce the 5th Annual Scholarship Essay Competition. We are challenging students to think critically and strategically about change and how they can effect change in Nigeria. The 2019 Essay Topic theme is Human Capital Development. Question: “To anchor the economy over the long term, investments in infrastructure and competitiveness