JAMB Reschedules 2025 Mock UTME to April 10.

Nigeria:  The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a new date for the 2025 Mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), rescheduling it from April 5 to April 10, 2025 This adjustment, as stated in JAMB’s weekly bulletin, aims to ensure that all necessary preparations are completed, incorporating various innovations and enhancements to make…

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WAEC releases 2025 Computer-Based WASSCE Results

Nigeria:  The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the release of the 2025 Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results for private candidates According to a statement posted on WAEC’s official X handle, the results are now available for candidates to check their performance. This development  marks a significant milestone for private…

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NELFUND Issues Fresh Warning Against Fake Loan Portals

Abuja, Nigeria  —  The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has once again cautioned students and the general public against fraudulent websites falsely claiming to facilitate student loan applications. The agency raised the alarm over a misleading message circulating online, which falsely states that the NELFUND Student Loan registration portal is open and includes an unauthorized…

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FG Orders Reopening of Schools Shut for Ramadan

NIGERIA – The Federal Government has directed the governors of Bauchi, Kano, Katsina, and Kebbi states to reopen schools that were shut for Ramadan, arguing that there is no religious justification for the closures. Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmad, criticized the decision, warning that prolonged school closures would worsen Nigeria’s education crisis. She…

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Lagos Corper Faces Threats Over Viral Tinubu Criticism

Lagos – A Lagos-based National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, Ushie Uguamaye, has alleged receiving threats after her video criticizing President Bola Tinubu’s administration went viral. In the video posted on her TikTok account, #talktoraye, Uguamaye expressed frustration over Nigeria’s worsening economic conditions, lamenting that hard work seems futile amid financial struggles. She openly criticized…

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NIMC, NELFUND Sign MoU for Biometric-Enabled Student Cards

Nigeria – The National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), and Data Mining Company have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to introduce biometric-enabled cards for Nigerian students. The agreement, signed at NELFUND headquarters in Abuja, aims to enhance student access to education loans, digital financial inclusion, and cash transfers. Key…

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Fubara appoints new VC for Rivers University

Rivers, Nigeria — Rivers State Governor, Siminalayi Fubara, has approved the appointment of Prof. Isaac Zeb-Obipi, as the new Vice Chancellor of the Rivers State University, Nkpolu-Oroworukwo, Port Harcourt. Fubara disclosed this in a special government announcement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Tammy Danagogo, in Port Harcourt on Thursday. The two-paragraphed…

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NYSC Clarifies Delay in ₦77,000 Allowance Payment

Nigeria – The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has addressed concerns regarding the delayed payment of the newly approved ₦77,000 monthly allowance for corps members, stating that the delay was not intentional. This clarification comes after corps members received only ₦33,000 as their February allowance, contrary to the ₦77,000 promised by the federal government. Speaking…

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FG Appoints Professor Lucian Chukwu as Vice Chancellor of Admiralty University

The Federal Government has appointed Professor Lucian Chukwu as the new Vice Chancellor of Admiralty University, Ibusa, Delta State. The Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, approved the appointment, which will last for a single five-year term beginning February 28, 2025. Selection Process and Background Before this appointment, Professor Chukwu served as the Deputy…

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ASUU Declares Indefinite Strike in Sokoto Varsity

Sokoto, Nigeria — The Academic Staff Union of Universities, Sokoto State University branch, has declared a total, comprehensive, and indefinite strike, beginning from Wednesday. The union said the indefinite strike was as a result of the failure of the university administration, governing council, and the state government to address lingering issues the body raised. It…

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Stakeholders Pushes Furniture Manufacturing Degrees to NUC

Here’s a fully paraphrased version of your article while maintaining the original format and style:   — Stakeholders Advocate for Furniture Manufacturing Degrees—Industry Experts   Abuja, Nigeria  —  Industry leaders are calling for the introduction of specialized degree programs in Furniture Manufacturing to strengthen local expertise and drive economic growth. This appeal was made during…

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OOU VC Seeks Alumni Support For Development

Ogun, Nigeria — The Vice Chancellor of Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Prof. Ayodeji Agboola has called on the alumni of the institution to be committed to supporting the initiatives that are tailored towards enhancing academic excellence and the university’s further development. Agboola said that as major stakeholders, the alumni should always endeavour to mark…

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NECO Expands Global Presence With Centres In Guinea 

GUINEA – The National Examinations Council (NECO) has accredited more schools to write the Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) and the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in Equatorial Guinea. A statement by the director of Information and Public Relations, Azeez Sani, said the feat was part of the council’s determination to expand its global presence. He…

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Tinubu Appoints Dr. Ismaila as NCAT Rector

Abuja, Nigeria  —  President Bola Tinubu has appointed Dr. Danjuma Adamu Ismaila as the new Rector and Chief Executive of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria. The announcement was made in a statement issued Wednesday by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga. Dr. Ismaila, a seasoned expert in air transportation management, transport economic policy, and…

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NECO Accredits More Schools in Equatorial Guinea

Malabo, Equatorial Guinea  —  The National Examinations Council (NECO) has granted accreditation to additional schools in Equatorial Guinea, allowing them to participate in its Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) and Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The announcement was made in a statement by Azeez Sani, Acting Director of Information and Public Relations, confirming that a…

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NECO Releases 2024 SSCE Results, Blacklists 7 Supervisors 

Minna, Nigeria —  The National Examinations Council (NECO) has released the 2024 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) External results, with 57,114 candidates securing five credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics. Announcing the results in Minna on Tuesday, NECO Registrar, Prof. Dantani Wushishi, stated that the overall pass rate stood at 67.35%. The exam,…

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Niger Allocates ₦1bn for Special Needs School Across 25 LGAs 

Minna, Nigeria  —  The Niger State Government has earmarked ₦1 billion for the establishment of special needs schools across all 25 Local Government Areas, reinforcing its commitment to inclusive education. Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago announced the initiative during the launch of the Rise Project in Minna, a program designed to support children with special needs….

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UNIZIK Investigates Lecturer-Student Scuffle Amid Public Outcry

Awka, Nigeria  —  Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) has launched a comprehensive investigation into a reported altercation between a lecturer and a student, following intense public reactions on social media. The university identified the individuals involved as Dr. Chukwudi Okoye of the Department of Theatre Arts and Film Studies and Goddy Mbakwe Precious, a third-year student…

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