By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria is set to take its Data on Trial campaign to Abia State University (ABSU) on October 15, following an engagement with students of Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, on mobile data usage. The campaign aims to help students understand how their data is consumed, addressing issues such as streaming, background…
By Ayomide Otitoju A foundation, in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and the First Ladies of nine states, is distributing learning materials to junior secondary school students in public schools across Nigeria. The initiative provides students with educational materials, including books, school bags and water bottles, to support their learning and development….
By Ayomide Otitoju TPT International, also known as The Preferred Team, has won two honours at the 2026 EDGE Awards organised by Marketing Edge. The communications consultancy was named Outstanding Strategic Communications and Reputation Management Agency of the Year, while its Founder and Chief Consultant, Adetokunbo Modupe, was recognised as a PR Industry Legend. The…
By Ayomide Otitoju Nigeria and Italy have strengthened collaboration on the proposed Global Partnership for Education (GPE) financing campaign aimed at mobilising $5 billion to support education financing globally. President Bola Tinubu said the GPE initiative aligns with Nigeria’s education agenda, which prioritises improved learning outcomes through expanded access and investment in teacher capacity. Tinubu…
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has launched a 2026 campaign to increase the enrolment of out-of-school children in Zamfara State. The campaign was launched on Monday at the JNI Model Primary School in Gusau, with the Executive Chairman of the Zamfara State Universal Basic Education Board (ZSUBEB), Nasiru Anka, calling for a shift from…
By Ayomide Otitoju A total of 4,704 public school teachers have completed the latest phase of the MTN SAIL Teachers’ Fellowship Programme after a 16-week training focused on technology integration and innovative teaching methods. The teachers are graduating at the MTN Rooftop in Ikoyi, Lagos, after undergoing training in technology integration, inquiry-based learning and emerging…
By Ayomide Otitoju Parenting advocate, author and humanitarian Blessing Amos Bauna is set to launch her new book, Raising Her King, Preparing His Queen, in Abuja on Sunday, August 30, 2026. The book launch will take place at 4:00 p.m. at ECWA Grace Church, 1st Avenue, Gwarinpa, Abuja, and is expected to attract parents, family…
By Ayomide Otitoju MTN Nigeria Communications Plc has hosted undergraduate members of the Nigeria Economics Students Association (NESA) from the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) for a career engagement programme aimed at preparing young professionals for the evolving workplace. The immersive session provided students with firsthand exposure to career opportunities…
By Ayomide Otitoju Big Brother Naija returned on Sunday night with the launch of its 11th season, unveiling 24 contestants who will compete for 72 days for a record prize package worth ₦160 million. Hosted by Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, the new edition is themed “Everything Is For The Taking”, also known as “Show Ya Sef”, and…
