Education

JAMB Warns Against Nighttime Registration for 2025 UTME

Published

1 month ago

February 9, 2025

ADMIN

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.

Education

JAMB Hits Record 2 Million UTME Registrations

Published

5 days ago

March 10, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Ifeoluwa Odunayo

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has recorded its highest-ever registration for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), with 2,030,627 candidates set to sit for the exam.

JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, confirmed the figures in Abuja, noting that this surpasses last year’s 1.9 million registrations.

Among the applicants, 41,026 are below the age of 16. The examination will commence on April 25 across 700 computer-based test centers nationwide, while over 200,000 candidates will take an optional mock exam on April 5.

JAMB officially closed registration on March 8, with these figures excluding foreign candidates taking the UTME abroad.

Education

Tinubu Approves Two New Federal Universities in Osun, Ekiti

Published

3 weeks ago

February 20, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Ifeoluwa Odunayo

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the establishment of two new federal universities, expanding Nigeria’s higher education landscape.

The newly signed bills pave the way for the Federal University of Agriculture and Development Studies in Iragbiji, Osun State, and the Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences in Iyin Ekiti, Ekiti State.

With this addition, Nigeria now boasts 65 federal universities, alongside 63 state and 149 private universities, according to the National Universities Commission (NUC).

Speaking in Abuja after signing the bills on Thursday, President Tinubu emphasized the strategic importance of these institutions in addressing national developmental needs.

He highlighted their role in advancing specialized education, particularly in agriculture, science, and technology, which are crucial for Nigeria’s economic growth and global competitiveness.

“These universities will be hubs for professional training, research, and innovation, shaping a stronger future for our nation,” Tinubu stated.

The move underscores the administration’s commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure and fostering national development through academic excellence and innovation.

Education

FG Launches Special Task Force to Tackle School Bullying

Published

4 weeks ago

February 18, 2025

Samson Adeyanju

By Ifeoluwa Odunayo

The Federal Government has intensified efforts to combat bullying in schools with the inauguration of a seven-member committee dedicated to reviewing cases and enforcing swift action.

Announcing the initiative in Abuja on Tuesday, the Ministry of Education’s spokesperson, Folasade Boriowo, confirmed that the committee has been established and will begin work immediately.

Education Minister Tunji Alausa highlighted the devastating psychological effects of bullying and stressed the need for urgent intervention to ensure a safe learning environment.

To enhance reporting and accountability, the ministry introduced confidential channels, including a hotline (09012660044), email (antibullying@education.gov.ng), and WhatsApp (08052536133), for victims and witnesses to report incidents.

Alausa called on school administrators, teachers, parents, and students to actively support the initiative and help create a safer educational system.