Education Roundup: Admissions, Scholarships, and Academic Updates

This Week's Highlights

This week is buzzing with opportunities! From scholarship openings to admission announcements, it’s a crucial time for students across Nigeria. We've got you covered on everything from WAEC past questions to the latest on university admissions, alongside crucial deadlines and exciting new programs.

Education Updates

Lagos SUBEB Opens Recruitment Portal: Join the Teaching Force

The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) is actively recruiting qualified teachers. The recruitment drive, approved by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, aims to enhance the quality of education across the state. Interested candidates holding NCE, B.A(Ed), B.Sc(Ed), B.Ed, HND + PGDE, B.A + PGDE, B.Sc + PGDE, or M.Ed/M.Sc(Ed) qualifications are encouraged to apply.

What You Need to Know: The application process is entirely online. The deadline for applications is October 13, 2025. Action Item: Visit https://subebjobs.lagosstate.gov.ng and submit your application before the deadline.

Breaking News: Nationwide University Shutdown Looms

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to the Federal Government. This move follows the union's National Executive Council (NEC) meeting and is a response to what ASUU perceives as governmental neglect and a failure to address key issues.

What You Need to Know: If the government fails to meet ASUU's demands, a nationwide strike could begin. Key demands include renegotiation of the 2009 agreement, increased funding for universities, and resolution of disputes involving ASUU members.

Education Minister Highlights the Link Between Health and Learning

Nigeria’s Education Minister emphasized the connection between health and educational outcomes during the First Lady's visit to Gombe State. The summit focused on how better health supports better educational performance. Investment in health infrastructure, the Minister noted, leads to improved student concentration and overall performance.

Private School Owners Lament Multiple Taxation

The National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), Ogbomoso North chapter, is raising concerns over multiple taxation, which significantly impacts private schools. They view private schools as essential partners in the educational system. The association urges the government to recognize and support private schools.

15 Interesting Facts About Unity Schools

Unity Schools, also known as Federal Unity Colleges, continue to be a vital part of Nigeria's education system. These schools, established in the 1960s, foster national unity by bringing together students from diverse backgrounds.

What You Need to Know: Admission is through the National Common Entrance Exam (NCEE), and demand for places consistently exceeds supply.

Mental Health on Campus: A Silent Struggle

Mental health issues are a significant concern for Nigerian undergraduates. The environment in many universities—including academic pressures, financial struggles, and social challenges—can significantly impact students' mental well-being. Students need access to mental health resources and a more open conversation around these issues.

Lagos Schools Become Training Grounds for Future Farmers

Lagos State is expanding its Agric-Scholars Programme to train students to be future farmers and agripreneurs. The program, implemented in secondary schools, introduces students to modern agricultural practices, with the goal of making farming an attractive career path.

Scholarships and Opportunities

Ruth Titilayo Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship 2026: Funding Your Future

The Ruth Titilayo Foundation is offering a postgraduate scholarship designed to cover tuition and living costs. The grant supports a wide variety of studies to help students succeed. The scholarship offers tuition and maintenance allowances, and potential support for travel and fieldwork. Applicants should hold a 2:1 or higher undergraduate degree from a Nigerian institution. Final year undergraduates are not eligible.

What You Need to Know: Applications open October 1, 2025, and close on October 31, 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in December 2025. Action Item: Complete the online form, gather results, two references, and a personal statement, and submit via email to postgrad.grants@ruthtitilayofoundation.org.

Ruth Titilayo Scholarships 2026: A Holistic Approach to Education

The Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation (RTEF) is offering scholarships across various educational levels. These scholarships cover secondary, university, and vocational training.

What You Need to Know: The application period is between October 1 and October 31, 2025.

Ruth Titilayo Polytechnic Scholarship 2026: Supporting Polytechnic Students

This scholarship provides support for students in federal polytechnics. The scholarship offers tuition and maintenance allowances, making it easier for students to focus on their studies.

What You Need to Know: Applicants must be under 25, enrolled in a federal polytechnic (or have been within the last three years), and have a GPA of 3.5 or above. The application period is between October 1 and October 31, 2025. Action Item: Gather your school results, two tutor references, and a personal statement, then submit them to polytech.grants@ruthtitilayofoundation.org.

Ruth Titilayo Technical & Vocational Scholarship 2026: Invest in Your Future

This scholarship provides a vocational grant for students in approved Vocational Enterprise Institutions (VEI). Successful candidates will receive allowances for tuition and maintenance. Applicants need a secondary school result with at least four credits.

What You Need to Know: The application period is between October 1 and October 31, 2025. Action Item: Complete the online form and provide supporting documents.

Ruth Titilayo Undergraduate Scholarship 2026: Funding Your University Dreams

The Ruth Titilayo Foundation is supporting undergraduate students at Federal Universities in Nigeria. This scholarship offers tuition support and maintenance allowances.

What You Need to Know: Applicants must be under 25 and have a GPA of at least 4.0 on a 5.0 scale (or equivalent). The application period is between October 1 and October 31, 2025. Action Item: Complete the online form and submit required documents to undergrad.grants@ruthtitilayofoundation.org.

Apply for Ruth Titilayo Secondary School Scholarship 2026: Support for Secondary Education

The Ruth Titilayo Foundation offers scholarships for talented students in Nigerian state secondary schools. The scholarship helps families with educational costs.

What You Need to Know: This is an opportunity for students in state secondary schools. The application period is from October 1 to October 31, 2025. Action Item: Prepare a personal statement, school results, and reference letters, then submit your application via the online form.

Fully Funded 2026 France Government Eiffel Scholarship Program

The Eiffel Scholarship Program provides annual scholarships and trainings for future foreign decision-makers in the public and private sectors in degree programs at the Master’s and Doctoral levels. This is a fully funded opportunity covering tuition, airfare, and an annual stipend of €25,200 for international students.

What You Need to Know: Eiffel Scholarships are only offered to those students who are non-French by nationality. Deadline: January 8, 2026.

2026 Washington University McDonnell Scholarship, USA

The McDonnell International Scholarship offers a generous financial package for graduate and professional degree studies. The scholarship covers full tuition, a monthly living stipend, a relocation expense allowance, and travel allowance.

What You Need to Know: Applicants must apply to an eligible Washington University doctoral or master’s degree program. Deadline: January 31, 2026.

Fully Funded Scholarship at Oregon State University, USA

A fully funded scholarship is available for graduate students in the USA. The scholarship provides an annual stipend of $32,500, full tuition waiver, and health insurance.

What You Need to Know: Be highly motivated, have an M.S. degree in a related field, and demonstrate strong quantitative skills. Deadline: November 28, 2025.

2026 Cranfield University Commonwealth Masters Scholarship, UK

Cranfield University in the UK is accepting applications from candidates from low to middle-income countries for the Commonwealth Masters Scholarship. The fully funded scholarship covers tuition, study grants, and living expenses.

What You Need to Know: The scholarship is for citizens of or those granted refugee status by eligible Commonwealth countries. Deadline: October 14, 2025.

University of New England Scholarship in Australia 2026 | Fully Funded

The University of New England (UNE), in partnership with Cogninet Australia, has announced an exciting scholarship opportunity for students interested in advancing machine learning applications in healthcare and education. The scholarship covers tuition fees, a living stipend of $36,862 per year, and health cover for international candidates.

What You Need to Know: Requires a background in computer science and proficiency in Python programming. Deadline: November 3, 2025.

Southern Cross University RTP Scholarship, Australia 2026

Southern Cross University RTP Scholarships are fully funded scholarships by the Australian Government for home and international graduate students. The scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly living stipends, and health insurance for international students.

What You Need to Know: Requires admission into a Higher Degree by Research (HDR) program at Southern Cross University. Deadline: October 31, 2025.

University and Admission News

Gombe State University (GSU) Admission List 2025/2026: Get Admitted!

The Gombe State University (GSU) has released its first batch admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session. Successful candidates can now check their admission status and print their admission letters. The university has also re-opened the Post-UTME portal for two weeks.

What You Need to Know: If admitted, accept or reject the admission on the JAMB CAPS portal. Those who cannot see their admission on the GSU website should upload their O'levels on the JAMB Efacility site. Action Item: Visit the GSU website and follow the instructions.

LASU-FCES Oyo Sandwich Degree Admission Form 2025

The Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo Centre of Lagos State University (LASU) is accepting applications for its Sandwich Degree programs. These programs include B.Sc (Ed), B.A (Ed), and B.Ed.

What You Need to Know: The application fee is ₦12,000.00. Action Item: Visit the Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo website to apply before the closing date of December 26, 2025.

Easy Steps to Find Your LASU Postgraduate Matric Number

Newly admitted postgraduate students at Lagos State University (LASU) can now find their matriculation numbers. This enables registration for all online processes.

What You Need to Know: Visit the LASU website, point to the STUDENT tab, locate CHECK MATRICULATION NUMBER, and enter your application number to find your number.

LASU Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies Admission Form 2025

The Lagos State University Centre for Afro-Brazilian Studies (LASUCAS) is selling application forms for its various programs. These programs include CELPE-Bras Training, Diploma, and Certificate in Portuguese and Brazilian Studies, and a Proficiency Certificate in Yoruba.

What You Need to Know: Application fees are ₦10,000.00 for all programs, and $50 for the Proficiency Certificate in Yoruba. Action Item: Visit the LASU website to apply. Deadline: Applications close six weeks from the publication date.

LASU Sandwich Degree Admission Form 2025: Apply Now!

Lagos State University (LASU) is inviting applications for its various Sandwich Degree Programmes. These programs are available at the Ojo and Epe Campuses for the 2025 modular year. These are four (4) and five (5) year B.Sc (Ed), B.A (Ed), and B.Ed Sandwich Degree Programmes.

What You Need to Know: Application fee is ₦10,000.00. Action Item: Visit the LASU website to apply. Deadline: Applications close twelve (12) weeks from the publication date. Entrance Exam: Saturday, 1st November 2025.

LASU - LASUTH Postgraduate Diploma Admission 2025/2026

Lagos State University (LASU), in collaboration with LASU Consult Limited and LASUTH, is offering a Postgraduate Diploma Programme in Hospital Administration and Management. This is a one-year program with a multi-disciplinary focus.

What You Need to Know: The application fee is ₦30,000.00. Action Item: Make payments to LASU CONSULT LIMITED (Lotus Bank, Account Number: 1000776393). Deadline: Applications close six weeks from the publication date.

LASU - ICSAN Postgraduate Diploma Admission Form 2025/2026

LASU, in collaboration with LASU Consult Limited and ICSAN, is offering a Postgraduate Diploma Programme designed to prepare candidates for professional qualifications from ICSAN. The program aims to enhance skills in administration, governance, and secretarial practice.

What You Need to Know: This is for both related and non-related degrees. The costs will vary depending on the degree. Action Item: Make payments to LASU CONSULT LIMITED (Lotus Bank, Account Number: 1000776393). Deadline: Applications close six weeks from the publication date.

UNILORIN Notice on Allocation of Hostel Accommodation 2025/2026

The Student Affairs Unit of the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has started the allocation of university-owned hostel accommodation for the 2025/2026 academic session. Returning students can ballot for bed spaces on October 3, 2025, and fresh students on October 7, 2025.

What You Need to Know: All university charges must be paid before accessing the hostel allocation platform.

Post UTME 2025/2026: Schools Selling Forms

The 2025/2026 Post-UTME admission process is underway for various tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Many universities, polytechnics, and colleges have started selling Post UTME forms.

What You Need to Know: It's essential to confirm your school's requirements and the specific Post-UTME process. Action Item: Check the provided links to the schools selling forms and apply promptly.

Schools Whose Admission Lists Have Been Released 2025/2026

Admission lists are being released by universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.

What You Need to Know: Check school portals, notice boards, and the JAMB CAPS portal to view admission status.

FULAFIA Admission List for 2025/2026 Session: Check Your Status

The Federal University, Lafia (FULAFIA) has released its admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session. Candidates can check their admission status on the JAMB CAPS portal.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates should accept or reject the offer within four weeks by sending an SMS.

OOU Admission List for 2025/2026 session: Get Your Results

Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) has released its admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session. Candidates can check their status by visiting the OOU portal.

What You Need to Know: The deadline to pay the acceptance fee is October 12, 2025. Action Item: Admitted candidates should pay their acceptance fee and accept the admission on JAMB CAPS.

UNIUYO Admission List, 2025/2026 Now on JAMB CAPS: Check Your Status

The University of Uyo has released its admission list for the 2025/2026 session. Candidates can check their admission status on JAMB CAPS.

What You Need to Know: You can accept or reject the admission. Action Item: Print your admission letter after accepting the admission.

Gombe State University reopens Post-UTME application portal, 2025/26

Gombe State University has re-opened its Post UTME screening exercise portal for two weeks. All candidates are advised to ensure they undergo both the online and physical screening before Monday 13th October, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Any candidate who fails to undergo both online and physical screening will not be considered for admission.

IAUE 2nd batch admission list, 2025/2026

Ignatius Ajuru University of Education (IAUE) has released its second batch admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session. Those with names on the list should visit the website to find the clearance requirements.

What You Need to Know: Payment for acceptance fees started on Wednesday 17th September 2025, and clearance in the departments and faculties started on Monday 22nd, 2025. The deadline for this batch is October 24th, 2025.

OAU, UNILAG face court interim order on 2025/2026 admissions

The Federal High Court in Enugu has ordered the suspension of admission processes for the 2025/2026 academic session at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) along with JAMB. The order was due to an ex-parte motion filed by candidates. The case has been adjourned to October 28, 2025 for a hearing.

LASU Sandwich Degree Programmes for the 2025 Modular Year

Applications are now invited for LASU Sandwich Degree Programmes. There are programs available at LASU’s Ojo and Epe Campuses.

What You Need to Know: Application fee is ₦10,000.00. Action Item: Apply and submit a copy of the application form to the Directorate of Sandwich Degree Programme. Entrance Examination: Saturday, 1st November 2025.

LASU announces Postgraduate Diploma programmes, 2025/2026

LASU, in partnership with LASU Consult Limited and external collaborators, has announced applications for its Postgraduate Diploma Programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. These programmes are in collaboration with ICSAN and LASUTH.

What You Need to Know: Applicants are required to pay registration and examination fees as outlined. Action Item: Make payments to LASU CONSULT LIMITED and apply. Deadline: Applications close six weeks from the publication date.

UNILORIN notice on allocation of hostels for 2025/2026 session

The Student Affairs Unit of UNILORIN announced the commencement of the 2025/2026 hostel allocation exercise. The allocation process will be online, with returning students balloting for spaces on October 3, 2025, and fresh students on October 7, 2025.

What You Need to Know: All university charges must be paid to qualify for access to the hostel allocation.

AKSU supplementary Post-UTME form for 2025/26 admission

Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) is inviting online applications for supplementary admissions for the 2025/2026 session. This is open to UTME candidates who made AKSU their first choice and scored 150 and above.

What You Need to Know: Consideration will be given to candidates who meet the outlined subject combinations.

UI admission list now on JAMB CAPS, 2025/2026

University of Ibadan (UI) Admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session has been released. Candidates should check their admission status on JAMB CAPS.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates must accept or reject their admission on the JAMB CAPS and print their admission letter.

KWASUED releases approved academic calendar, 2025/2026

Kwara State University of Education (KWASUED) has released the approved academic calendar. This includes the resumption of students, registration dates, lectures, and examination dates.

FUKASHERE admission list now on JAMB CAPS, 2025/2026

The Federal University, Kashere (FUKASHERE) has released the admission list for the 2025/2026 academic session. Candidates should check their admission status on JAMB CAPS.

What You Need to Know: Admitted candidates must accept or reject their admission and print their admission letter.

BSU Mop-up Post-UTME screening date, 2025/2026

The Rev. Fr Moses Orshio Adasu University (formerly Benue State University) has scheduled its Mop-up Post-UTME screening for the 2025/2026 academic session. The screening will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Only UTME candidates for specific programs who meet the cut-off points are eligible. Action Item: Ensure you meet the UTME score requirements for your desired program.

UNIILESA approved academic calendar for 2025/26 SESSION

The University of Ilesa (UNILESA) has released its academic calendar for the first semester of the 2025/2026 academic session. This schedule includes key academic activities and administrative dates.

ABU releases special resit exam timetable, 2024/2025

Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) has released the timetable for the 2024/2025 academic session special resit examination. The exams are scheduled to begin on Monday, November 10, 2025.

UNIABUJA admission list now on JAMB CAPS, 2025/2026

The University of Abuja (UNIABUJA) has released its admission list for the 2025/2026 session. Candidates should check their admission status on JAMB CAPS.

What You Need to Know: Admitted students should accept or reject their admission on JAMB CAPS and print their admission letter.

KWASUED issues notice on deadline for acceptance of admission & fee payment, 2025/2026

Kwara State University of Education (KWASUED) has announced the deadline for accepting admission and paying tuition fees for the 2025/2026 session. Candidates must accept their admission on JAMB CAPS on or before October 10, 2025, and pay tuition fees on or before October 13, 2025.

What You Need to Know: Failure to comply with these deadlines may lead to the forfeiture of admission. Action Item: Accept your admission on JAMB CAPS and pay tuition fees before the deadlines.

UNIOSUN merit admission list, 2025/2026

The University of Osun (UNIOSUN) has released the merit list for the 2025/2026 admission. Admitted candidates are to pay their acceptance fees.

What You Need to Know: The acceptance fee is ₦50,000.00. Action Item: Log in to the University Undergraduates Admission portal and pay acceptance fees.

Other News

Dr Uzor Cares Foundation 2026 Bursary for Indigenes of Ezeagu, Enugu State

The Dr. Uzor Cares Foundation offers a bursary to indigenes of Ezeagu and Udi Local Government Areas, Enugu State. The bursary supports students in accredited tertiary institutions in Nigeria.

What You Need to Know: Applicants must be in at least 200-level. Action Item: Submit the required documents before the October 30, 2025, deadline.