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May
14
2025
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Cultism, ‘Yahoo Yahoo’, Social Media Abuse Cause For UTME Failures – Obadeyi

Cultism, ‘Yahoo Yahoo’, Social Media Abuse Cause For UTME Failures – Obadeyi

Columns/Opinions/Letters, Crime, Education
Cultism, ‘Yahoo Yahoo’, Social Media Abuse Cause For UTME Failures – Obadeyi South West Secretary of the Police Campaign Against Cultism And Other Vices, POCACOV, Prince Gbemisola Obadeyi, has attributed the recent failure of 1.5 million candidates in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, to cultism, internet fraud otherwise known as Yahoo Yahoo, and social media abuse. Obadeyi lamented that these vices had become a major distraction to students, leading to poor academic performance and a lack of focus on their studies. |In a statement issued and signed by him, he described cultism in Nigeria as a prevalent problem,…
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May
12
2025
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ASUU Elects New President

ASUU Elects New President

Education, News Flash
ASUU Elects New President Nigeria’s Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU, has elected a consultant psychiatrist at the University of Jos Teaching Hospital, Prof. Chris Piwuna, as its new president. Piwuna, who doubles as the Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Jos, takes over from Victor Osodeke, a professor of soil science from the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, Abia State. His election was made at the 23rd National Delegates Congress of the Union, which took place in Benin on Sunday. Piwuna defeated Prof. Adamu Babayo from the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, to emerge as the…
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May
12
2025
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JAMB Reacts To Public Complaints Over Released 2025 UTME Results; Promises Review

JAMB Reacts To Public Complaints Over Released 2025 UTME Results; Promises Review

Education, News Flash
JAMB Reacts To Public Complaints Over Released 2025 UTME Results; Promises Review The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board on Monday officially responded to public complaints about its recently released 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination results. The Board described as the complaints as “unusual complaints” while adding that it came from few states of the Federation. While JAMB said it acknowledges the complaints, it is currently fast forwarding its annual system review. “In response, the Board is fast forwarding its annual system review—a comprehensive post-mortem of the examination process that is conducted each year months after the exercise,” The spokesperson of…
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May
12
2025
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Governor Otti: Building A Brighter Future For Abia’s Youth – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Governor Otti: Building A Brighter Future For Abia’s Youth – By Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D (SSA To Governor Otti On Public Affairs)

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance, Youths
Governor Otti: Building a Brighter Future for Abia's Youth Ebere Uzoukwa, Ph.D Governor Alex Otti's administration has been making significant strides in empowering Abia's youth through various initiatives. Recently, he granted automatic employment to 19 top-performing graduands of the digital training program organized by the Abia State Government and LearnFactory Nigeria. This move not only recognizes the talents of these young individuals but also underscores the governor's commitment to equipping Abia's youth with 21st-century skills that can enhance their employability and entrepreneurial capabilities. The Abia TechRise ICT training program, which culminated in the graduation of over 500 youths, is a…
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May
12
2025
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Catalyzing An AI-Driven Youthful Employment Revolution In ABIA State: A Pathway Under Governor Otti’s Vision – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Catalyzing An AI-Driven Youthful Employment Revolution In ABIA State: A Pathway Under Governor Otti’s Vision – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education, Good Governance
Catalyzing an AI-Driven Youthful Employment Revolution in Abia State: A Pathway Under Governor Otti’s Vision AbstractThis paper explores how Abia State, under Governor Alex Otti’s leadership, leverages state and federal resources, digital infrastructure, and youth-centric policies to spearhead Nigeria’s AI revolution. Drawing from government publications and national statistics, it outlines a roadmap for integrating AI into governance, education, and entrepreneurship to combat youth unemployment (24.5%) and drive sustainable growth. 1. IntroductionNigeria’s youthful population (60% under 25) faces a 19.7% unemployment rate (NBS, 2023). In Abia State, where youth unemployment stands at 24.5%, Governor Otti’s administration prioritizes technological transformation to position…
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May
09
2025
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Dr. Fijoh Kalu O. Felicitates With Prof. Uche Eme Uche Honourable Commissioner For Tertiary Education On The Occasion Of Her Birthday

Dr. Fijoh Kalu O. Felicitates With Prof. Uche Eme Uche Honourable Commissioner For Tertiary Education On The Occasion Of Her Birthday

Abia State, Birthday, Education, News Flash
Happy Birthday, Prof. Uche Eme UcheHonourable Commissioner for Tertiary Education On this special day, I celebrate you not only as a distinguished leader, but also as a devoted mother and a lasting source of inspiration to many. Your unwavering dedication to transforming the educational landscape and empowering future generations is truly admirable. As you mark another year of grace, may the Almighty continue to bless you with wisdom, strength, and vibrant health. May this new chapter bring renewed accomplishments, enduring joy, and the fulfillment of your deepest aspirations. Thank you for your visionary leadership and nurturing spirit. The light of…
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May
08
2025
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JAMB To Release 2025 UTME Results Friday

JAMB To Release 2025 UTME Results Friday

Education, News Flash
JAMB To Release 2025 UTME Results Friday The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that results for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination will be released on Friday, May 9, 2025. This means candidates who sat for this year’s UTME can begin checking their scores from Friday morning. The board disclosed the development in an official notice made available to The media in Abuja. “The release of 2025 UTME is scheduled to hold tomorrow Friday 9th May, 2025; Venue: JAMB National Headquarters Bwari Abuja; Time: 8am,” the statement read. Ahead of the release, JAMB provided statistics on the performance…
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May
08
2025
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Self-Acclaimed NANS President, Atiku Isah Makes U-Turn, Apologizes To Seyi Tinubu

Self-Acclaimed NANS President, Atiku Isah Makes U-Turn, Apologizes To Seyi Tinubu

Education, News Flash, Politics
Self-acclaimed NANS President, Atiku Isah Makes U-turn, Apologises To Seyi Tinubu The factional president of NANS, Atiku Isah, has retracted a series of allegations against President Bola Tinubu’s son, Seyi Tinubu, which he describes as untrue and instigated. This follows Isah’s claim that Seyi Tinubu and the Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, offered him a N100 million bribe in Lagos to promote the president, an allegation Seyi Tinubu has since denied. Recall that the controversy started when the students’ leader called the President’s son out and claimed he rejected the bribe, stating that he could not promote a President…
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May
07
2025
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JAMB Jolt: 70% Fail, 0.63% Excel – Why Abia’s Brightest Still Can’t Escape The Quota Trap – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

JAMB Jolt: 70% Fail, 0.63% Excel – Why Abia’s Brightest Still Can’t Escape The Quota Trap – By Dr. Chukwuemeka Ifegwu Eke

Abia State, Columns/Opinions/Letters, Education
JAMB Jolt: 70% Fail, 0.63% Excel – Why Abia’s Brightest Still Can’t Escape the Quota Trap The 2025 JAMB results have intensified discussions about Nigeria’s educational challenges, particularly the widening gap between academic performance and equitable access to tertiary institutions. Out of 1.9 million candidates who took the UTME, over 70% scored below 200, with only 0.63% achieving scores above 300. This trend mirrors previous years, such as 2023, when just 27% of candidates surpassed the 200 mark. While systemic issues like uneven resource distribution and curriculum misalignment contribute to these outcomes, the situation in Abia State adds another layer…
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May
05
2025
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JAMB: Over 1.5m Candidates Score Less Than 200 In 2025 UTME

JAMB: Over 1.5m Candidates Score Less Than 200 In 2025 UTME

Education, FGN, News Flash
JAMB: Over 1.5m Candidates Score Less Than 200 In 2025 UTME The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the 2025 UTME result analysis, revealing the breakdown of candidates’ performance across various categories. The number of candidates who scored 320 and above is 4,756, representing 0.24% of the total candidates. A total of 7,658 candidates scored between 300 and 319, accounting for 0.39%. When combining scores of 300 and above, the number rises to 12,414 candidates, which is 0.63% of the total. In the 250 – 299 category, 73,441 candidates achieved this score range, making up 3.76% of…
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