Category: Education

JAMB Approves 150 as Minimum Cut-Off for Universities

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has established 150 as the minimum score required for university admission for the 2025/2026 school year. This decision was revealed on Tuesday during the 2025 Policy Meeting on Admissions at the Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Centre in Abuja. The board stated that the cut-off mark is 140 for colleges of nursing sciences, while both polytechnics and colleges of education have a cut-off mark of 100. For the next academic session, the minimum scores for admission are set at 150 for universities, 100…

NIQS urges quantity surveyors to upskill, embrace technology

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The Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) has charged quantity surveyors to upskill, network and embrace technological innovations to remain relevant in the face of current economic challenges and climate change. NIQS President, Kene Nzekwe, spoke at the yearly Distinguished Lecture Series organised by the Kaduna State Chapter, themed: “Enhancing the Survival of Quantity Surveying Practice Amidst Economic Challenges and Climate Change: Strategies for Resilience, Adaptation and Industry Collaboration for Young Professionals,” in honour of Abba Ingawa, a partner in Prime and Bell Partnership, a firm of quantity surveyors. According…

Step-by-Step: Checking 2024 WASSCE Results for Private Candidates

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The West African Examinations Council, on Sunday, announced the release of the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination results for Private Candidates, Second Series. This was disclosed in a statement on Sunday by the Acting Head of Public Affairs, Moyosola Adesina. According to Adesina, a total of 65,023 candidates participated in the examination, with 43,923 candidates, representing 67.55%, scoring credit and above in a minimum of five subjects. Furthermore, 34,878 candidates, accounting for 53.64% of the total candidates, obtained credit and above in five subjects, including English Language and…

12-year basic education: FG meets NUT, principals

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The Federal Government is set to meet with the Nigeria Union of Teachers and the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools on Wednesday to discuss the proposal by the Minister of Education, Mr. Tunji Alausa, to extend basic education to 12 years. The proposal, which aims to integrate junior and senior secondary education into a single continuous programme, has sparked mixed reactions among education stakeholders, with calls for careful deliberation before any decision is made. In an exclusive interview, the National President of ANCOPPS, Mr. Musa Ibrahim, clarified…

Visa Application: Essential Documents for Demonstrating Financial Stability

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To travel abroad for study or extended stays, your destination country requires assurance of your financial self-sufficiency, both for the trip itself and your subsequent living expenses. Financial stability documents for visa applications serve as verification of your claimed funds, providing concrete evidence of your ability to cover expenses related to your intended purpose, be it education, relocation, or other reasons. One notable thing is that if your family is involved; maybe your wife and or your children, definitely your financial capability must be high. 1. Bank statement The most…

7 Shocking Mistakes That Are Raising Your Electricity Bill

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Many Nigerians are struggling with rising electricity bills, often wondering why their costs increase month after month. While various factors contribute to electricity pricing, many consumers unknowingly engage in habits that significantly inflate their energy consumption. Identifying and correcting these common mistakes is key to reducing energy usage and lowering your bills. Here’s a detailed look at seven frequent culprits: The Phantom Drain of Plugged-In Appliances: A common misconception is that turning off an appliance completely eliminates its energy draw. In reality, many devices continue to consume small amounts of…

NBC provides business grants to young people in Kano, Anambra, Ogun, Imo, and Lagos

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As you may have observed, a lot of these postings are preceded or followed with motivational remarks about a newly acquired ability or helpful insights from working on teams. Let’s be honest, though, not everyone has easy access to these chances. Before the Nigerian Bottling Company made the decision to empower a number of young people throughout Nigeria, at least, that was the situation. The top consumer products giant has given young people in the states of Kano, Anambra, Ogun, Imo, and Lagos business grants, mentorship opportunities, and training sessions…

With Digital PR Awards, the 9th Lagos Digital PR Summit Ends on a Positive Note 

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With the theme “Nurturing Authentic Connections in Digital Ecosystems,” the 9th Lagos Digital Public Relations Summit concluded successfully and provided insightful information about how to cultivate real connections in the current digital era. The two-day event, which was sponsored by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Office of the Senior Special Assistant on Digital and New Media, was held at the MUSON Center in Lagos and brought together media, students, young professionals, and industry leaders from the marketing and communications fields. It provided a forum for networking and knowledge exchange.   At…

Redefining Workspaces: How the Canton Concourse has affected the business environment in Nigeria

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The need for flexible office spaces has grown in the last several years. Although they used to be common, classic office layouts frequently fail to satisfy the changing demands of today’s startups and SMEs. Canton Concourse is the ideal solution for this changing workspace paradigm. This co-working space, which is situated in the center of Lagos, is more than just that. It’s a center where experts, new businesses, and well-established companies may develop and prosper in an environment made to meet a range of business requirements. Modern coworking space Canton…

Simi advises against teaching your girls to be financially dependent on others

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Nigerian musician Simi has emphasized the critical role that financial independence plays for women and urged parents to instill in their children the significance of becoming self-sufficient. Simi recently urged women to take charge of their financial destiny in a video that was uploaded to her official TikTok account. “Please do not raise your daughters to believe that they only need to rely on someone to take care of themselves when they grow up,” she added. It shouldn’t be because you can’t spoil yourself that someone spoils you. You are…