Prominent Nigerian academics have called for universities to urgently adopt Artificial Intelligence while establishing strong guardrails against its irresponsible use, warning that the country risks falling behind in global development. The position was presented on Tuesday at the opening ceremony of the 8th Lagos State University (LASU) Research and Innovation Fair, themed around accelerating national development through AI-driven innovation, according to Tribune Online.

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.

Fifty Nigerian students have received scholarships from the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) as part of initiatives to enhance bilateral relations between India and Nigeria. The High Commission of India in Abuja announced the successful candidates following their examination results, highlighting the ongoing collaboration between the two nations.

Margee Ensign reflects on her experiences as president of the American University of Nigeria (AUN) in Yola, highlighting its impact on Northern Nigeria. She draws from her leadership roles across three continents, emphasizing the significance of AUN in the region's educational landscape.

Mrs. Sola Ibidapo-Obe, a lawyer and widow of the late Professor Oyewusi Ibidapo-Obe, who was the former Vice Chancellor of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), emphasized that the future of university education in Nigeria lies in technical learning. This statement reflects her views on the evolving educational landscape in the country.

Despite rising oil wealth in Nigeria, many poor students continue to face financial hardship, prompting renewed scrutiny of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and its effectiveness in supporting access to education. According to Legit.ng, the contrast between the country's growing petroleum revenues and the ongoing struggles of disadvantaged students raises fresh questions about whether the fund is fulfilling its intended role in expanding educational opportunities for those most in need.