Education

FG Allocates N112 Billion for Safe School Initiative

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6 months ago

November 20, 2024

Salihu Mohammed

By Gabriella Ogbu

The Federal Government has allocated N112 billion to ensure the safety of learning environments across Nigeria.

The funding, part of the National Plan for Financing Safe Schools, will be used over the next three years to enhance school security and promote inclusive education for all students.

Imaan Suleiman-Ibrahim, the Minister for Women Affairs, made the announcement on Wednesday in a statement marking Universal Children’s Day, themed “Advancing Children’s Rights for a Sustainable Future.”

She emphasized the government’s progress in advancing children’s rights and improving their welfare through various initiatives.

“The N112 billion allocation will support the maintenance of safe school environments across the country for the next three years.

“This initiative is part of our broader effort to ensure schools remain secure and accessible for every child in Nigeria,” the minister said.

Suleiman-Ibrahim also highlighted the government’s commitment to children’s rights, noting that all 36 states have now adopted the Child Rights Act.

She further praised the impact of the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act, which strengthens legal protections for children against violence, exploitation, and abuse.

She also emphasized President Bola Tinubu’s administration’s dedication to creating an environment where every child has access to education, healthcare, and a life free from harm.

The government’s progress includes: Adoption of the Child Rights Act (CRA 2003) by all 36 states, ensuring children’s rights are protected under Nigeria’s Constitution.

Enforcement of the Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP) Act of 2015 to safeguard children from abuse and exploitation. Advancing the Maputo Protocol through legislative reforms and a comprehensive child protection framework.

Despite these strides, the minister acknowledged ongoing challenges, including child labor, trafficking, harmful cultural practices, and barriers to inclusive education.

She called on all stakeholders to collaborate in addressing these issues to ensure a safer and more equitable future for Nigeria’s children.

Education

JAMB Orders Resit for Over 206,000 After Exam Failure

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4 days ago

May 14, 2025

Salihu Mohammed

By Adenike Lawal

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has admitted to a major technical failure that disrupted the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination for over two hundred and six thousand candidates nationwide.

JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed the development during a press briefing today, acknowledging widespread complaints and confirming that the board’s investigation found serious lapses in specific centres across the country.

Out of one point five million candidates who sat for the exam, over eighteen thousand filed formal complaints.

Following careful scrutiny, the board found that fifteen thousand of those petitions were valid, with the most affected centres located in Lagos and the South East, particularly the Owerri zone.

Professor Oloyede announced that all affected candidates will retake the examination. “This decision was not made lightly,” he said, “but it reflects our duty to uphold fairness and integrity in our national testing process.”

He thanked the media for drawing attention to the issue and assured Nigerians that JAMB will strengthen its technical systems to prevent future failures.

The board will soon notify the affected candidates of their new exam dates as efforts intensify to restore confidence in the examination process.

Education

UniAbuja Names Adakayi as Acting Registrar

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6 days ago

May 12, 2025

Salihu Mohammed

By Adenike Lawal

The University of Abuja has appointed Mrs Roseline Adakayi as Acting Registrar, succeeding Mrs Islamiya Foyeke Abdulraheem whose six-month tenure ended on 12 May 2025.

The announcement was made by the institution’s Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Dr Olanrewaju Tejuoso, and confirmed by Acting Vice-Chancellor, Professor Patricia Manko Lar.

The appointment is for an initial six months, pending the selection of a substantive Registrar.

Adakayi, who joined the university in 1999 as an Administrative Officer, became a Deputy Registrar in 2013.

Her career spans multiple strategic units including Student Affairs, Establishments, the Institute of Education, and the Centre for Distance Learning.

She holds degrees and diplomas in Geography, Land Surveying, and Photogrammetry from respected institutions such as the University of Jos, the Federal School of Surveying Oyo, and RECTAS in Ile-Ife.

She recently completed a sabbatical at the University of Jos.

Professor Lar praised Adakayi’s leadership and commitment, describing her as well prepared to manage the university’s administrative responsibilities during this transition. She also thanked Mrs Abdulraheem for her service and dedication.

In a related development, NECO has released the results of the November 2023 External SSCE, and candidates are advised to check the official portal.

Education

Nigeria Customs Boosts Ranks with 50 Fresh Graduates

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2 weeks ago

May 5, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Ade Iyamoye

The Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College in Gwagwalada, Abuja has produced 50 newly trained officers following the completion of its Junior Course 21.

The intensive three-month programme, which targeted mid-level personnel across the Service, concluded with a colourful graduation ceremony at the College’s Ahmad Makarfi Hall on May 2, 2025.

Speaking on behalf of the Comptroller-General, Adewale Adeniyi, Deputy Comptroller-General Suleiman Chiroma, who heads the Training and Doctrine Command, urged the graduates to uphold the values of professionalism, integrity, and discipline.

“You are now equipped to take on higher responsibilities and contribute meaningfully to the Customs Service and our national objectives,” Chiroma said.

The College Commandant, Assistant Comptroller-General Oluyomi Adebakin, commended the graduates and reminded them that the Service places a premium on excellence and character.

“The Nigeria Customs Service has made a huge investment in your development. We expect a return in form of service delivery. Indiscipline will not be tolerated,” Adebakin declared.

The ceremony featured certificate presentations and the conferment of the Passed Junior Staff Course qualification. Graduates expressed gratitude, describing the training as transformative and empowering for leadership and field duties.

They are expected to be deployed across commands nationwide to strengthen operations and enhance service delivery.