September 23, 2025

Education

Education General

Federal Education Ministry Confirms Professor Carol Arinze-Umobi’s Emergence as Acting VC of UNIZIK

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

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Wesley University VC Cautions Freshers Against Indiscipline, Decries TETFund Exclusion of Private Varsities

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,

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JAMB Launches Candidate Counseling Emergency Support Centre (CCESC)

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

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NADDC Partners Philomath University to Boost Technical Education and Youth Employability in Nigeria

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.

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FG Partners Mubi Community to Strengthen Agricultural Education, Wheat Research

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

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NASFAT Empathizes With JAMB Registrar Prof. Oloyede On The UTME Technical Faults, Salutes His Courage

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.

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JAMB Releases Fresh Guidelines for Affected UTME Candidates Ahead of Rescheduled Exams

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

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Fountain University Backs JAMB Registrar, Prof. Oloyede, Describes Him as a Pillar of Integrity

Fountain University, Osogbo, has publicly expressed its unwavering support for the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Ishaq Oloyede, describing him as a beacon of accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership in Nigeria’s education sector. In an official statement released on Wednesday, the university lauded Prof. Oloyede’s unwavering commitment to reforming the

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JAMB Announces UTME 2025 Resit for Candidates Affected by System Error

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a resit opportunity for candidates who sat the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) but were adversely affected by a technical error during the examination process. The board disclosed that an unpatched system glitch disrupted the smooth conduct of the exam for some candidates, leading to

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Pantami Commends JAMB Registrar Oloyede for Integrity Amid Exam Glitch

Abuja, May 15, 2025 — Professor Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, has publicly praised Professor Ishaq Oloyede, Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), for his exceptional leadership and accountability in the face of recent challenges encountered during the 2025 UTME. In a tweet posted this afternoon,

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