By Edith Tsokar The Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Prof. Abdullahi Ribadu, has urged Nigerian universities to embrace academic entrepreneurship and innovation to produce graduates capable of driving the nation’s economic growth. Ribadu made the call at the International Conference on Academic Entrepreneurship, Knowledge and Technology TransferContinue Reading
Stakeholders task new JAMB registrar on fairness, innovation JAMB By Reporters Education stakeholders have urged the newly appointed Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Segun Aina, to improve access, fairness, inclusiveness, and technological efficiency in the conduct of examinations nationwide. Stakeholders spoke in interviews with theContinue Reading
By Jumoke Olaitan Speakers at the grand finale of DreamRise Fest 2026 have urged young Nigerians to embrace innovation, relevant skills and integrity as essential tools for building a better future for themselves and the country. The event, organised by the Lola Carter Foundation, was held on Wednesday in AbujaContinue Reading
By Edith Tsokar The Miraisha Foundation has trained no fewer than 100,000 youths in innovation, digital technology and problem-solving skills aimed at preparing young Nigerians for emerging global opportunities. The Acting Director-General of the foundation, Bilyaminu Yunusa, disclosed this at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Hackathon on Friday inContinue Reading
By Mercy Sawok Abuja, May 5, 2026 (NAN) Prof. Olugbenga Mokuolu, a health expert and Strategic Adviser to the Coordinating Minister of Health on Malaria elimination, has said that innovation and sustained collaboration are key drivers in Nigeria’s efforts to eliminate malaria. He said the approach is also central toContinue Reading
By Priscilla Osaje Nigerian Copyright Commission (NCC) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering a culture of innovation, creativity and respect for Intellectual Property (IP), in line with the national aspiration for economic diversification for national development. The Director-General of NCC, Dr John Asein, said this at a programme to commemorateContinue Reading
By Funmilayo Adeyemi The Executive Chairman of Yaliam Press Ltd., Yahaya Amfani, has congratulated the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, on his emergence as Most Innovative Cabinet Minister for 2025 in Abuja. Amfani, in a statement on Tuesday, described the award as a deserving recognition of visionary leadershipContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai The Federal Capital Territory Universal Basic Education Board (FCT UBEB) is building a generation of problem-solvers, innovators, and entrepreneurs who will drive sustainable growth and development in the FCT and the country. Dr Danlami Hayyo, Mandate Secretary, FCT Education Secretariat, stated this in Abuja on Tuesday atContinue Reading
By Philip Yatai Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, academics and other security professionals have advocated transition from heavy reliance on physical personnel to technology innovation in tackling insecurity in the country. They stated the position in Abuja on Monday, at an event to celebrate Mr Peter Olumuji, who baggedContinue Reading
India’s indigenous military industrial base is steadily emerging as a global benchmark, combining decades of public-sector expertise with private-sector agility and cutting-edge innovation.Continue Reading
