Tag: Education
Kogi Govt. Secures $500 Million to Fund Education, Healthcare
The Kogi State Government is set to receive $500 million in enhanced funding from the World Bank to improve access to high-quality basic education and primary healthcare services in the state. This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Finance, Budget, and Economic Planning, Honourable Asiwaju Idris, during a Citizens’ Sensitization Programme held at the Government…
No Extension of UTME Registration After March 8th, 2025 – JAMB
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that there will be no extension of the registration deadline for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) beyond March 8, 2025. This was disclosed in a statement issued by JAMB’s spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, in Abuja. The UTME registration, which began on February 3rd,…
Nigeria’s Revolutionary Student Loan Scheme Redefines Educational Financing
Nigeria is poised to embark on a groundbreaking journey in educational financing with the imminent launch of its unique student loan scheme. Set to debut soon, this innovative initiative stands apart from conventional student loan programs worldwide, distinguishing itself with its interest-free structure and borrower-friendly repayment options. Unlike traditional student loans that accrue interest over…
Student Loan Scheme Revolutionizes Nigerian Education Landscape
In a landmark move aimed at democratizing access to higher education, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ushered in a new era with the enactment of the Access to Higher Education Act, 2023. Signed into law on June 12, 2023, this transformative legislation establishes a groundbreaking Students Loan Scheme, marking a monumental leap toward educational inclusivity…
JAMB Uncovers 1,665 Fake A’level Results in 2023 Direct Entry Registration
In a startling revelation, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has disclosed the discovery of approximately 1,665 fake A’level results during the 2023 Direct Entry registration process. The board identified corruption within the A’level results verification system as the root cause of this alarming trend. During a recent meeting held in Abuja, the Registrar…