The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has rescheduled the commencement of registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) to Monday, February 3, instead of the previously announced date of Friday, January 31. Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, explained in a statement on Friday in Abuja that the shift was necessitated by critical adjustments to the Board’s registration templates. One key factor influencing this decision, he noted, was the recent suspension of certain law programmes at selected universities, as communicated to JAMB by the Council for Legal Education. Additionally, the Board uncovered irregularities in the approval…
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In preparation for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced significant changes to improve the experience for candidates. During a meeting with media executives in Lagos, JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede unveiled the registration and examination schedule, along with measures to enhance efficiency and fairness in the process. Key Dates and Registration DetailsThe registration for the 2025 UTME will commence on January 31, 2025, and close on March 5, 2025, providing candidates ample time to complete the process. The main UTME examinations will take place from March 8, 2025, while a…
The Oyo State Government has issued a stern warning to corporate bodies, event planners, and anyone planning grandiose celebrations in respect of St. Valentine’s Day to ensure they adhere to the State rules and regulations. In a statement by the Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, many broadcast stations have been airing adverts and promotions inviting people to celebrate Valentine’s Day at various venues. The commissioner emphasized that all stakeholders planning such events must actively involve security agencies, including the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), the Nigeria Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Amotekun, Operation Burst, and other security arms, to ensure they…
To curb incessant traffic congestion and road accidents along the Eleyele/Ologuneru axis, the Executive Chairman of Ibadan Northwest Local Government, Alhaji AbdulRahman Olanrewaju Adepoju, alongside members of his cabinet and security operatives, paid an official visit to Eleyele Market. The visit featured an interactive meeting with market traders and motorists. Speaking during the meeting, the Chairman explained that the engagement was aimed at addressing the root causes of frequent traffic and accidents within the market area. He revealed that security reports attributed illegal parking by motorists, Okada riders, and street trading as major contributors to a recent motor accident in…
The Omoluabi Progressives, a political group led by ex-Osun State Governor, Rauf Aregbesola, has said its members have resolved to quit the All Progressives Congress.A statement signed by the Organising and Publicity Secretary, Omoluabi Progressives, Oluwaseun Abosede, obtained in Osogbo, stated that the decision to quit APC was the consensus of the stakeholders in the group.Abosede said the decision was taken after the group ratified an earlier resolution of members from the 332 wards across Osun State at its monthly meeting held in Ilesa on Sunday.“Some of the reasons adduced for the resolution include ostracisation from the party, suspension and…
P, lknnnnGreat leaders are disruptive, but the good ones play by the rules. Great leaders break existing rules and set new ones. Leaders move from being good to becoming great when they depart from the norm to chart a new path. Leaders are primarily called to do one of two things; either lead their organization, state or nation out of difficulty into stability or lead it to greater prosperity in times of stability. Doing either requires the disruption of the norm. It requires breaking existing rules and setting new ones. Maintaining the status quo is not the calling of leaders…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has expressed heartfelt condolences to Gov. Seyi Makinde and the entire Makinde family on the passing of Engr. Sunday Makinde, who died at the age of 65. This is contained in a statement signed by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas and made available to newsmen on Friday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described the deceased as an humble and accomplished individual who contributed significantly to his family and society. He noted that the death of a loved one, especially a sibling, is always a painful experience, adding that Engr. Sunday’s legacy of hard work…
The news of the approval of Prince Akeem Abimbola Owoade as the 46th Alaafin of Oyo Kingdom came as a cheery one. So was the presentation of instruments of office to him by the governor of Oyo State, His Excellency, Governor Oluwaseyi Abiodun Omo Makinde.Though the circumstances of the presentation came with a bit of disappointment, because as a bona fide Oyo son from Isokun, I was expecting such occasion to come with much pomp and ceremony such that I could brag to hundreds of my friends that the saying, a ji se bi Oyo laari, is true, the process…
The Executive Chairman of the Oyo State Pensions Board, Hon. Tunji Rafiu Adekunle, has expressed profound appreciation for Governor Seyi Abiodun Makinde’s dedication to improving the welfare of pensioners in the state. In a statement released today, Hon. Adekunle lauded Governor Makinde’s administration for its consistent attention to the needs of pensioners and its efforts to simplify pension administration in the state. “We are grateful to His Excellency, Governor Seyi Makinde, for his unwavering commitment to the welfare of pensioners in Oyo State,” Hon. Adekunle stated. “His administration has brought relief and happiness to our pensioners, and we commend him…
Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South) has felicitated with Chief Bisi Akande, a former Governor of Osun State and first National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on the occasion of his 86th birthday. This is contained in a statementsigned by his Special Adviser on Media, Akeem Abas, and made available to newsmen on Thursday in Ibadan. Senator Alli described Chief Akande as a true Awoist and an exemplary leader who has consistently championed the ideals of good governance as well as democratic values. “Chief Bisi Akande’s remarkable contributions to the socio-political development of Nigeria, particularly his visionary leadership as…