Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon. Benjamin Kalu, has called on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to immediately commission an independent audit of its Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) infrastructure following widespread technical disruptions during the 2025 exercise. Hon. Kalu made the call in Abuja on Sunday, stressing the need for
Yola, Adamawa State — Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, founder of the American University of Nigeria (AUN), has emphasized the transformative power of education as he addressed the university’s graduating Class of 2025. In his speech, Atiku described education as the ultimate game changer, urging graduates to cultivate patience and courage as essential virtues for
In a firm rebuttal to circulating misinformation, the Federal Ministry of Education has dismissed as entirely false a report claiming the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, inaugurated a committee to facilitate the reintegration of Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) scholars into Nigerian tertiary institutions. The statement making rounds, titled “BEA: Education Minister Receives
The Federal Ministry of Education has officially acknowledged the appointment of Professor Carol Chinyelugo Arinze-Umobi as the Acting Vice-Chancellor of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, effective from Monday, 19th May 2025. The announcement comes after a notification from the institution’s management indicating that her selection followed the proper statutory procedure. According to the Ministry, Professor Arinze-Umobi’s
The Vice Chancellor of Wesley University, Ondo, Professor Samuel Obeka, has issued a stern warning to newly admitted students of the institution, advising them to steer clear of social vices and all forms of indiscipline that could jeopardize their academic journey. Addressing the 1,288 fresh students at the university’s 18th matriculation ceremony held on Friday,
In a move to further support candidates, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the establishment of the Candidate Counseling Emergency Support Centre (CCESC). This new initiative complements the board’s existing ticketing platform, offering an additional avenue for candidates to seek immediate assistance. The CCESC is designed to provide urgent support and counseling
ABUJA — In a significant step toward addressing Nigeria’s technical skill gap and promoting employment among young Nigerians, the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC) has entered into a strategic partnership with Philomath University, Kuje, Abuja. The collaboration is aimed at strengthening technical education and fostering innovation in the country’s rapidly evolving automotive sector.
ABUJA — The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s agricultural capacity through education and research, as it welcomed key members of the Mubi Sabondale Development Association who are supporting the successful take-off of the newly established Federal University of Agriculture, Mubi, in Adamawa State. Prominent members of the association, including the Chairman
The Nasrul-Lahi-L-Fatih Society (NASFAT) has extended heartfelt empathy to the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, over the technical setbacks that marred the recent Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The society acknowledges the immense pressure faced by JAMB and recognizes the challenges involved in managing such a national assignment.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a set of revised guidelines for candidates scheduled to retake the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), following a series of technical issues that disrupted the original conduct of the examination in select centers. According to a statement released by the examination body, a total of
