The Abia State Government has inaugurated an anti-corruption steering committee aimed at implementing the state's anti-corruption framework and promoting transparency. This initiative is part of the government's efforts to combat corruption within the state.

Former Anambra State governor Peter Obi has urged contestants ahead of Nigeria's 2027 elections to compete on ideas rather than divisive politics. According to Vanguard, Obi said political contests should not undermine national unity and called on candidates to prioritise the country's interests above their political differences.

A new initiative is set to provide free internet access for students at a Nigerian tertiary institution, aimed at enhancing digital learning and connectivity. This program is expected to benefit students by improving their access to online resources and educational materials.

Three Ugandan universities—Busitema, Bugema and Nkumba—are representing Uganda at this year's Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games, which began today in Cairo, Egypt. According to NTV Uganda, the three institutions form the country's delegation at the continental university sports event, which brings together student athletes from across Africa to compete in a range of disciplines.

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State is expected to chair the 2026 Fafunwa Educational Foundation (FEF) conference, according to ThisDay Live. The event marks the 24th edition of the foundation's annual lecture and symposium, which focuses on education. It will be held at the Agip Recital Hall at the Muson Centre. The gathering continues FEF's tradition of hosting discussions on educational development, with the governor's participation highlighting official support for the foundation's activities in Nigeria.

The Federal Polytechnic, Bali in Taraba State has reported that 105 academic staff members have received sponsorship for postgraduate studies from the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) over the past five years. Additionally, the institution is pursuing accreditation and resource inspection for 28 new academic programs to enhance its academic offerings.