Chief Dr Femi Majekodunmi, a prominent figure in Egbaland and former president of the medical students at the University of Ibadan, has stated that politics has become a significant means for individuals to generate income and secure lucrative positions. He has held various influential roles, including membership on the Board of Governors of the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies and chairing several committees.

Professor Marianne Wanjiru Mureithi has become the first female Professor of Medical Microbiology at the University of Nairobi (UoN), marking a significant milestone in the institution's history. She trained at prestigious universities, including Bristol and Harvard, and aims to inspire future generations through her remarkable journey in the field of medical microbiology.

On June 18, 2026, a significant event took place at the Abuja Leadership Centre of Excellence, Yakubu Gowon University, where Architect Sonny Echono, the Executive Secretary of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), engaged a gathering of professors, academics, and university administrators. This occasion is noted for its impact on the attendees, marking a memorable transformation in their approach to education.

Lois Andrew Ihwo, the Chief Executive Officer of Dee Utensils, congratulated Kingsley James Awodi on his inauguration as President of the Nigeria Para-Powerlifting Federation. She expressed optimism that his leadership will lead to growth and development for the sport in Nigeria.

Kenyan social innovator Wawira Njiru, founder of Food4Education, has won the Leadership Award at the 2026 Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) Awards ceremony in Venice, Italy, according to BellaNaija. The DVF Awards were established in 2010 by designer Diane von Furstenberg and the Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation to recognise, support and amplify the voices of extraordinary women dedicated to improving lives around the world.

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.