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U.S. Reaffirms Support for Nigerian Students at 2025 Education Fair in Abuja
The United States government has reiterated its commitment to supporting young Nigerian students, innovators, and future leaders who aspire to study in American institutions.
This pledge was made by the U.S. Embassy’s Public Diplomacy Officer, Brian Neubert, at the 2025 EducationUSA Nigeria Fair held on Monday in Abuja. The event, themed “Empowering Futures: Discover American Excellence in Education and Innovation,” is part of a global series aimed at connecting students with opportunities in U.S. higher education.
Speaking at the fair, Neubert emphasized the longstanding educational ties between Nigeria and the U.S., stating that American colleges continue to welcome Nigerian students for their academic excellence and global potential.
“The United States is proud to partner with Nigeria in empowering students, who are the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers,” he said.
The event featured representatives from 28 American universities and colleges, offering direct engagement with students, parents, and school counsellors. Attendees received information on admissions, academic programs, scholarships, and financial aid.
Neubert highlighted the role of EducationUSA in providing free guidance and counselling to Nigerian students through the U.S. application process, ensuring they are well-prepared for academic life abroad.
He also advised prospective students to maintain their visa status responsibly if granted entry to the U.S., urging them to adhere to immigration regulations and return to Nigeria with valuable experiences and skills.
“As you consider your next steps, know that you are joining a long tradition of Nigerian students who have excelled in U.S. institutions and gone on to make significant contributions to their communities and the world,” he added.
Despite the positive outlook, challenges remain.
More than 300 Nigerian students admitted into U.S. universities faced prolonged delays in securing student visas, with many waiting months despite completing embassy interviews. The backlog has been attributed to procedural changes during the Trump administration, which included temporary suspensions of student visa processing and proposed restrictions on international admissions.
Nonetheless, the U.S. government continues to encourage Nigerian students to pursue academic opportunities in the country, highlighting education as a vital pillar of U.S.-Nigeria relations.
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Senate confirms Oyedele as minister
During the screening, Oyedele proffered solutions to getting out of the various economic issues in the country.
The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Taiwo Oyedele as Minister of State for Finance.
His confirmation comes after two hours of screening as lawmakers grilled him on various aspects of the economy.
Oyedele’s screening followed a motion moved by Opeyemi Bamidele, the Senate leader, after he called for the suspension of the Senate rule to allow strangers to come into the chamber.
During the screening, Oyedele proffered solutions to getting out of the various economic issues in the country.
Oyedele was escorted to the chamber by Bashir Lado, the Special Adviser to the President on the National Assembly ( Senate), alongside others.
His screening followed President Bola Tinubu’s letter to the Senate on Tuesday, requesting his confirmation as a minister.
Tinubu had, on March 3, nominated Oyedele, who currently serves as chairman of the presidential committee on fiscal policy and tax reforms, as Minister of State for Finance.
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Tinubu appoints Lamido Yuguda as CBN’s Deputy Governor
Lamido Yuguda’s last public post was as director-general of the Securities and Exchange Commission, a position he held from 2020 to 2024.
PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of Lamido Abubakar Yuguda as Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
The appointment is in accordance with Section 8(1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007.
This was disclosed on Wednesday by the presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga.
The President charges Yuguda to discharge his responsibilities with renewed dedication, professionalism, and commitment to Nigeria’s economic stability and growth.
Lamido Yuguda’s last public post was as director-general of the Securities and Exchange Commission, a position he held from 2020 to 2024.
He is an alumnus of Ahmadu Bello University, where he graduated in 1983 with a B.Sc. in Accountancy.
In 1991, he obtained a master’s degree in Money, Banking and Finance from the University of Birmingham, United Kingdom.
He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) and a CFA charterholder.
He began his career in 1984 at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) as a Senior Supervisor in the Foreign Operations Department.
He also worked as an economist in the Africa Department of the International Monetary Fund from 1997 to 2001, when he returned to the CBN.
He retired from the CBN in 2016, after he had served as Director of the Reserve Management Department for six years.
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JUST IN: IGP Disu Assigns Portfolios to New DIGs
DIG Zachariah Fera Achinyan has been deployed to Legal Services, DIG Zango Ibrahim Baba to Research and Planning, and DIG Isyaku Mohammed to Training and Development departments.
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Olatunji Disu has assigned the new Deputy Inspectors -General of Police (DIGs) their duties responsibilities.
Sources said that the DIGs were assigned departments based on their areas of competence.
DIG Zachariah Fera Achinyan has been deployed to Legal Services,
DIG Zango Ibrahim Baba to Research and Planning, and DIG Isyaku Mohammed to Training and Development departments.
Similarly, DIG Margaret Agebe Ochalla has been posted to the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID);
DIG Mohammed Abdul Sulaiman to Finance and Accounts; DIG Kenechukwu Onwuemelie will oversee the Force Intelligence Department (FID); DIG Fayoade Adegoke will head Information and Communication Technology, while DIG Umar Shehu Nadada has been posted to Operations departments.
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