Former Senate President Bukola Saraki has pledged to cover the relocation costs for a first-class graduate from the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) who has received a fully funded Master’s scholarship to study in Italy.

Nigeria has been recognized as Africa's top beneficiary of the European Union's Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's scholarship programme, with 163 Nigerian students admitted this year, of which 89 have secured fully funded scholarships. This announcement was made by the European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS, Ambassador Gautier Mignot, during the 2026 Erasmus Mundus event.

Nigeria has emerged as the leading country in Africa for the 2026 EU Erasmus scholarship program, securing 89 wins and 163 admissions. This achievement ranks Nigeria among the top five beneficiaries of the scholarship globally, according to Tribune Online.

A boy has been admitted to the University of Ibadan after achieving outstanding results in both his WAEC and JAMB examinations, allowing him to pursue a major course in Medicine at the institution.

A Nigerian student has achieved a notable academic milestone by graduating from a medical school in Russia with a 4.90 out of 5.00 CGPA. She also delivered her valedictorian speech in Russian, showcasing her proficiency in the language and her dedication to her studies.

Three Nigerian students are competing at the International STEM Olympiad in Rome, representing Nigeria among participants from over 150 countries. Their participation highlights the role of private support in promoting gifted education in the country.