Federal Government Reverses 18-Years Admission Benchmark Into Tertiary Institutions
Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has reversed the decision of his predecessor, Tahir Mamman, on the 18-years admission benchmark into tertiary institutions. Announcing this during his inaugural press briefing yesterday in Abuja, Alausa said what led to the initial decision was the way the National Policy on Education was designed. The education minister also promised to meet with JAMB and others stakeholders on the implementation of the 16-years admission benchmark into tertiary institutions. On the withdrawal of certificates obtained from Benin Republic and Togo, alausa says the policy would remain to help eliminate fake certificates from the system. READ ANOTHER STORY HERE: https://thebeat97.fm/vice-president-speaks-to-minors-of-endbadgovernance-protesters/
Vice President Speaks To Minors Of #EndBadGovernance Protesters
Meanwhile, Vice- President Kashim Shettima has implored the 119 released minors to strive to be responsible citizens as they unite with their families in Kano and Kaduna States. Shettima made the call yesterday while handing over the 119 released minors to Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano and Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna, at the auditorium of the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The vice-president admonished the minors not to allow themselves to be used to perpetrate violence and destroy public and private property. According to him, over N300 billion was lost in the protests, consisting mainly of private property and loss of business. Shettima also urged their Governors and elected representatives across political divides to ensure that the children were rehabilitated and reintegrated to the fabric of their communities. READ ANOTHER STORY HERE: https://thebeat97.fm/president-frees-minors-involved-in-endbadgovernance-protest/
President Frees Minors Involved in #EndBadGovernance Protest
The Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris has announced that President Bola Tinubu has ordered the immediate release of minors arrested during the #EndBadGovernance protests, following recent public concern. The Minister who made this known yesterday after a private meeting with President Tinubu, also disclosed that the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty […]
65% of Gen Z Identify as Content Producer
For the education system, it highlights the need to adapt and evolve beyond traditional learning models to better equip students with the skills and tools they need to thrive in an increasingly digital and creator-driven economy. This includes fostering creativity, critical thinking, digital literacy, and entrepreneurship, as well as providing access to resources and technologies […]
Femi Adebayo Emerges Best Actor in Supporting Role
Nollywood actor, Femi Adebayo, has emerged the Best Actor in Supporting Role for his historical thriller, “Jagun Jagun”, at the 20th Africa Movie Academy Awards (AMAA), held at the weekend. Adebayo’s “Jagun Jagun” which earlier attracted seven nominations, also clinched the Achievement Award in visual effect and in make-up respectively. Actress Elsie Abang won the ‘Best Actress in Supporting Role’ in “KIPKEMBOI”, […]
Lil Durk Reportedly Plans To Plead Not Guilty In Murder For Hire Case
Lil Durk is presently incarcerated in Miami on a conspiracy charge of murder-for-hire. Shortly after five suspected OTF affiliates were detained last week, the Chicago rapper was also arrested. The authorities suspect they were bribed to carry out an attack on Quando Rondo, but his cousin Lul Pab was killed instead. However, a source recently […]
Breaking: Manchester United agree deal to hire Ruben Amorim as head coach
Manchester United has successfully negotiated an agreement with Sporting Lisbon for the appointment of Ruben Amorim as their new head coach. As part of the arrangement, Amorim will remain with Sporting for their upcoming three matches, which include a significant clash against Manchester City on Tuesday and another match against Braga on November 10. Consequently, Amorim is expected to […]
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles Soar Past Ghana to Retain WAFU B U-20 Cup Title
In a thrilling final match against their arch-rivals Ghana, Nigeria’s U-20 national team, the Flying Eagles, successfully defended their WAFU B U-20 Cup title. The decisive victory took place at the Stade de Kegue in Lome, Togo, with Nigeria emerging victorious with a score of 2-1. Kparobo Arierhi emerged as the hero of the match, […]
UN aid group warns Israel’s ban on organisation could cost lives, as Gaza war rages on
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) has issued a grave warning regarding the potential consequences of Israel’s recent ban on its operations. The agency, which provides essential services to millions of Palestinian refugees, stated that this decision could significantly jeopardize lives in the Gaza Strip, where the humanitarian crisis is already dire due […]
Lawmaker Granted Bail After Assaulting Bolt Driver
A House of Representatives member for Aba North and South, Alex Ikwechegh, was granted bail on Wednesday by a Kuje Magistrate Court. The lawmaker was arrested and charged with assaulting a Bolt driver, Stephen Abuwatseya, outside his Abuja residence. The incident, which was captured on video and widely circulated on social media, showed Ikwechegh threatening […]