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BAOBAB, Others Demand Justice in FUOYE VC Sexual Harassment Allegation

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Civil society organizations, including BAOBAB for Women’s Human Rights, have demanded justice and accountability in the sexual harassment allegations against Professor Abayomi Sunday Fasina, Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE).

The allegations involve Engineer Folasade Adebayo, a married Deputy Director at the Directorate of Works and Services, who accused the Vice-Chancellor of coercing her into an illicit sexual relationship.

In a petition addressed to the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), the groups called for an independent investigation into the case, citing evidence from audio recordings reportedly capturing the Vice-Chancellor’s coercive advances.

The petition criticized the Governing Council’s investigative panel for focusing on the victim’s motives for recording the conversations rather than addressing the Vice-Chancellor’s alleged misconduct.

The organizations argued that Professor Fasina’s actions represent a gross abuse of power and a violation of Nigeria’s Violence Against Persons Prohibition (VAPP), Act, 2015, which criminalizes sexual harassment and abuse of authority.

They further accused FUOYE of fostering a culture of institutional complacency in handling past sexual harassment cases.

The petitioners demanded adequate protection for the victim, legal action against the Vice-Chancellor, and systemic reforms to prevent similar incidents in Nigerian universities.

They also urged the Ministry of Education, the National Universities Commission (NUC), and legislative committees to ensure justice and accountability in the matter.

“This case is a test of Nigeria’s commitment to eradicating gender-based violence and ensuring institutional integrity,” the groups emphasized, calling for swift action to uphold the rule of law.

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FG Halts New Polytechnics, Monotechnics for One Year

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The Federal Government has imposed a one-year moratorium on the establishment of new polytechnics and monotechnics, citing concerns over enrollment and institutional capacity.

Announcing the decision, the Executive Secretary of the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Prof. Idris Bugaje, stated that health institutions are exempt from the suspension.

Polytechnics awaiting ministerial approval must pay N4 million in application fees and N2 million per program for processing, while monotechnics will pay N2 million and N1 million per program, respectively.

Institutions failing to meet the payment deadline within 30 days will have their applications terminated.

The moratorium, effective immediately, aims to regulate the expansion of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), institutions while ensuring quality and sustainability.

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JAMB Warns Against Nighttime Registration for 2025 UTME

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By Patrick Idowu

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has issued a stern warning to registration centers across Nigeria against conducting nighttime registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), citing security concerns.

JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, stated that while the board acknowledges the centers’ efforts to accommodate more candidates, these efforts must not compromise candidates’ safety.

Consequently, ten centers have been specifically cautioned, including Thomas Adewumi University (Kwara), CBT Centre Otukpo (Benue), and Ebenezer International School (Rivers), among others.

This warning serves as a final notice, with JAMB emphasizing that any further violations will attract decisive action. The board reiterated its commitment to ensuring a secure, fair, and transparent registration process and urged centers to prioritize candidates’ welfare over profit.

JAMB Urges Parents to Refrain from Baseless Admission Allegations

JAMB has cautioned parents against making unfounded accusations against universities over admission decisions, emphasizing that UTME scores alone do not guarantee admission.

The board cited recent cases, including a father’s public outcry against the University of Calabar for denying his child admission.

Investigations, however, revealed that the candidate’s aggregate score fell below the university’s cut-off.

Similarly, claims of unfair admission processes at Modibbo Adama University and the University of Jos were debunked after thorough reviews.

JAMB reaffirmed that its Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS), ensures transparency and fairness in admissions.

It urged parents to seek clarifications through the board’s official channels rather than resorting to public condemnation.

Additionally, the board expressed concern over the excessive number of candidates applying under the “exceptionally brilliant” category for underage candidates, warning against unrealistic parental expectations.

JAMB remains committed to upholding merit-based admissions and will take legal action against any individuals involved in admission fraud.

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JAMB Reschedules 2025 UTME Registration to February 3

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By Alexis Uchendu

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has postponed the commencement of registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), from January 31 to February 3, 2025.

JAMB cited the need for critical adjustments to its registration process, particularly in response to recent changes in law programs at some universities as directed by the Council for Legal Education.

In a statement, JAMB spokesperson Fabian Benjamin also disclosed that the Board identified irregularities in the approval process of some Computer-Based Test (CBT), centers, prompting further scrutiny and the disqualification of certain facilities.

While acknowledging any inconvenience the delay may cause, JAMB assured candidates that the additional time would help ensure a seamless registration process.

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