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/
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 […]
Climate Change Fuels Malaria and Cholera Surge in Nigeria
Medical experts warn of a looming public health crisis as rising temperatures and extreme weather create ideal conditions for the spread of infectious diseases. Nigeria faces a growing threat from climate change-induced diseases, with malaria and cholera emerging as significant concerns. Experts warn that unless proactive measures are implemented, the country could experience a surge […]
Lawmaker Detained for Assaulting Bolt Driver
A member of the House of Representatives, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, has been detained by the Nigeria Police Force for allegedly assaulting a Bolt driver in Abuja. The incident occurred on October 27, 2024, when Ikwechegh, who represents the Aba North and South Federal Constituency of Abia State, ordered a delivery of snails from a vendor. […]
UPDATE: Port Harcourt Helicopter Crash
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau(NSIB) says another body has been recovered out of the eight involved in the Ill-fated helicopter crash which occurred on the coast of Bonny Finima in the Atlantic Ocean. In a statement by the Director Public enlightenment and family assistance of the Bureau Mrs. Bimbo Oladeji noted that the lifeless body […]
NSIB Clarifies Number Of Bodies Recovered At Helicopter Crash Scene
The Nigerian Safety Investigation Bureau (NSIB) wishes to clarify the misinformation concerning the ongoing recovery operations for the Sikorsky SK76 helicopter, registration 5N BQG, operated by Eastwind Aviation, which crashed into the Atlantic Ocean near Bonny Finima on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Contrary to reports suggesting that five bodies have been recovered, the country’s Safety […]
Super Falcons Open Camp Ahead Of International Friendlies
Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, Chiamaka Nnadozie and Gift Monday are now in the Super Falcons camp in Lagos ahead of the two international friendlies against Algeria this month. The trio are among the foreign-based players invited for the double-header friendlies by caretaker coach, Justin Madugu. The remaining overseas-based stars are expected in camp yesterday. The Super Falcons will have their first training session at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena, Onikan, Lagos later tonight. The two friendly matches are scheduled for Saturday, October 26, and Tuesday, October 29.
FG Halts Export Of Cooking Gas To Crash Price
From November 1, Nigeria will stop exporting locally produced Liquefied Petroleum Gas LPG, also known as cooking gas. Minister of State Petroleum Resources, Ekperikpe Ekpo, who announced this during a meeting with stakeholders in Abuja, said the measure is to mitigate the price of the gas that has been soaring steadily. On pricing framework, Ekpo said the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, will engage stakeholders to create a domestic LPG pricing framework within 90 days. He added that within 12 months, facilities will be developed to blend, store and deliver Liquefied Petroleum Gas, ending exports until the market achieves sufficiency and price stability.
WAEC Commence Computer Based Examination Friday
West African Examinations Council will from Friday, October 25, commence its Computer-Based West African Senior School Certificate Examination for private candidates, until December 20, 2024. Its spokesperson, Adesina Fadekemi, explained that the CBT examination will have multiple-choice questions rendered on screen, and candidates would be required to give their responses on the screen. Similarly, the essay and practical questions will be rendered on-screen, but candidates would have to give their responses using provided answer booklets. Meanwhile, WAEC has also provided an option for candidateswho wish to use Paper and Pen mode, for the whole examination papers.