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JAMB Sets 320 UTME Benchmark for Under-16 Candidates Seeking University Admission

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board says candidates under the age of 16 can be considered for admission into tertiary institutions if they demonstrate that they are academically exceptional by scoring 80 per cent and above in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. Given that the total score in the UTME is  400 marks, 80 represents…

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JAMB Registrar Urges FG to Let NUC Manage University Budgets

The Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, has called for the National Universities Commission (NUC) to manage the budgets of public universities, alongside its role in accrediting courses, to enhance the autonomy of tertiary institutions. Oloyede, a former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, was a guest on…

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FG Takes Steps to Address ‘Japa’ Syndrome, Says Minister

The Minister of Arts, Culture and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musawa, says the Federal Government is creating an enabling environment to eliminate ‘Japa’ syndrome in the country  The minister stated this while unveiling an initiative to promote tourism and showcase Nigeria’s vibrancy and rich cultural heritage. She explains that the ministry is working with the ministry…

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Nigeria, Bahrain establish bilateral relations

Nigeria and Bahrain at the weekend engaged in bilateral discussions on diplomatic and direct foreign investment. Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar, announced the diplomatic relations when he Manama, the Kingdom of Bahrain at the weekend A statement by his media aide, Alkasim Abdulkadir, said Tuggar engaged in bilateral discussions with his Bahraini counterpart,…

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Red Line Rail Service Expands Capacity, Offering Enhanced Commuting Options for Lagos Residents

Starting tomorrow, the Red Line Rail Service will expand its capacity, offering five mornings and four evening trips daily, up from two-morning trips. This enhancement ensures better commuting options for residents travelling between Agbado and Oyingbo. With a total journey time of just 50 minutes from Agbado to Oyingbo and reduced waiting times of two…

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