[Premium Times] The findings stand in stark contrast to the situation in the South-east region, where states with comparatively lower revenues have made stronger commitments to education spending.

[Leadership] Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, on Wednesday criticised Nigeria’s political leadership, calling on citizens to take greater responsibility for improving governance and electoral integrity.

[Botswana Daily News] Gaborone — The Ministry of Higher Education is still committed to increasing student’s living allowance to P2,500 as indicated in the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) manifesto. Responding to a question in Parliament on Monday, Minister of Higher Education, Mr Prince Maele stated that it had not been possible due to country’s current economic constraints.

A 10-member committee offered a brutal assessment of academia’s role in creating the forces challenging American colleges and universities.

[Nile Post] The Muljibhai Madhvani Foundation has announced a Shs750 million scholarship package for the 2026-2027 academic year, aimed at supporting Ugandan students pursuing both undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

[Nile Post] Rosemary Bareeba, the Resident Judge of the High Court in Mukono, has urged university students to prioritise career readiness and responsible use of social media as they prepare to enter an increasingly digital workforce.

[Ghanaian Times] The Ministry of Education has set up a three member committee to investigate concerns raised by the University Teachers Association of Ghana.

[Nile Post] The Traffic Police have launched a nationwide road safety campaign targeting primary school children amid growing concerns over the rising number of minors killed or injured in road crashes.

[Nile Post] Kacere Primary School in Rubaare Sub-county, Rushenyi County, Ntungamo District is struggling with deteriorating infrastructure and limited learning resources, raising growing concern among education stakeholders and parents.

[Nile Post] Principal Judge Jane Frances Abodo, has officially launched a new Moot Court facility at Nkumba University, calling it a key step in strengthening practical legal training for future lawyers.

[Nile Post] Religious leaders have expressed concern over what they describe as declining standards in Qur’anic teaching in Uganda, warning that improper instruction methods risk distorting the meaning and accuracy of Islam’s holy text.

[Vanguard] The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Ogun State Area Unit, has strongly has called on Governor Dapo Abiodun to reconsider his plan to return public schools to missionary bodies, saying that the move is capable of triggering far-reaching educational and social consequences.

[This Day] Abuja — The Nigeria Police Force has assured parents that the safety of their children is guaranteed during the forthcoming Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination scheduled for 16 April 2026, stating that technology and additional manpower will be deployed to approved centres nationwide.

[Daily Trust] The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has commenced the interview of 2,102 applicants for Overseas Scholarship Scheme (OSS) for PhD in France, Germany and Malaysia.

[New Dawn] Paynesville, Liberia, April 15, 2026 – Renowned Liberian educator and clergyman Bishop Dr. Leo M. Simpson has been honored upon his retirement after 48 years of dedicated service to education in Liberia, a remarkable milestone that has drawn praise from institutions and individuals across the country and abroad.

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