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Oyo abduction: Eight schoolchildren, teacher still on admission – Hospital CMDade,mol
Punchng · Jul 16, 2026
Eight schoolchildren and one teacher from the recent Oyo abduction remain hospitalised at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, receiving medical attention. Read More: https://punchng.com/oyo-abduction-eight-schoolchildren-teacher-still-on-admission-hospital-cmdademol/
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Oyo abduction: Eight schoolchildren,teacher still on admission Hospital CMDade,mol
Latestnigeriannews · Jul 16, 2026
Oyo abduction: Eight schoolchildren,teacher still on admission Hospital CMDade,mol
Abducted NECO Candidates Wrote Exams at ‘Miracle Centre’ – Kogi Govt
Nigerianeye · Jul 16, 2026
The Kogi State Government has revealed that two of the National Examinations Council (NECO) candidates abducted during Tuesday’s attack on Government Secondary School, Olowa, in Dekina Local Government Area, sat for their examinations at an unauthorised “miracle centre.” The government stated that it has launched a major multi-agency security operation, personally ordered by Governor Usman Ododo, to rescue the four remaining victims still in captivity. The operation is being coordinated by the State Security Adviser, retired Commander Jerry Omodara, involving the Nigerian Army, Police, Department of State Services, Kogi State Vigilante Service, local hunters, and other security networks. Advanced technology is also being deployed, with reports indicating encouraging progress. Those still held include the school Principal, Elder Daniel Iyanaa; a NECO official, Solomon Audu; and two female candidates, Dorcas Sunday and another identified simply as Dorcas.According to a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Fanwo, five people were initially abducted, but one victim has already been rescued. Preliminary investigations showed that the examination centre was in a remote, vulnerable location and was allegedly operating as a “miracle centre” for external candidates. The two abducted female students were not regular pupils of Government Secondary School, Olowa, and the arrangements reportedly fell short of the state’s established security protocols for protecting NECO candidates. Despite these findings, the government emphasised its commitment to securing the safe release of all victims.“The victims are our people, and the government will spare no effort in ensuring their safe rescue and the arrest of those responsible for the crime,” Fanwo said. The statement urged residents of Olowa and surrounding communities to cooperate with security forces by providing useful information while operations continue. Further details on the rescue mission are being withheld to avoid compromising it. The incident occurred when gunmen stormed the school during the ongoing NECO examinations, abducting the principal, a NECO ad hoc staff member, and four students. The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the rescue of one student and ongoing efforts to free the others and apprehend the perpetrators.
WAEC grades and their points — and how universities use them to calculate your admission score
Legit · Jul 16, 2026
Discover the full list of WAEC grades and their points from A1 to F9. Learn what each grade means and how universities calculate your admission aggregate.
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JAMB Issues Warning to Students Over Fake Admission Offers
Latestnigeriannews · Jul 16, 2026
JAMB has raised an alarm over unofficial admission deals, warning prospective students that some offers may not be recognised.
JAMB Issues Warning to Students Over Fake Admission Offers
Tori · Jul 16, 2026
JAMB has raised an alarm over unofficial admission deals, warning prospective students that some offers may not be recognised.
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Nigerian newspapers review:Gunmen raid Kogi school, abduct principal, NECO official, students
Latestnigeriannews · Jul 16, 2026
In todays Nigerian newspapers review programme, Today in the News, Vanguard leads with gunmen raiding a school in Kogi State and abducting the principal, an official of the National Examination Council (NECO) and students.The post Nigerian newspapers review:Gunmen raid Kogi school, abduct principal, NECO official, students appeared first on Vanguard News.
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AAUA Wins JAMB Award For Admission Transparency, Inclusive Education
Latestnigeriannews · Jul 16, 2026
The Ondo State-owned Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko (AAUA) has been named ad one of the 10 foremost institutions in the country with inclusive education and a transparent admission process by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). The Institution was also the only state-owned University on the list of honour at the event held at...The post AAUA Wins JAMB Award For Admission Transparency, Inclusive Education appeared first on New Telegraph.
FG hails successful NECO CBT rollout, assures inclusive nationwide expansion
Nigerianobservernews · Jul 16, 2026
ABUJA – The Federal Government has applauded the successful rollout of the National Examinations Council (NECO) Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the 2026 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE), describing it as a significant step towards strengthening the integrity of public examinations and accelerating digital transformation in Nigeria’s education sector. The commendation was made by the Minister [...]
Oriire: Eight pupils, teacher still on admission at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital — CMD
Tribuneonlineng · Jul 16, 2026
The Chief Medical Director (CMD), Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital, Ogbomoso, Prof. Olawale Olakulehin, has disclosed that eight pupils and one teacher, out of the forty-four rescued kidnap victims, are still on admission in the hospital. Prof. Olakulehin made the disclosure during an interactive session with newsmen in his office in Ogbomoso. [...] The post Oriire: Eight pupils, teacher still on admission at LAUTECH Teaching Hospital — CMD appeared first on Tribune Online .
2026 overall best JAMB student celebrates as she receives scholarship from US-based association
Legit · Jul 15, 2026
The 2026 JAMB top scorer who scored 372 received a scholarship from a US-based association in recognition of her outstanding academic performance.
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Pepup Announces Fall 2026 Lee & Audrey Mcmahan Endowed Scholarship Recipients
Menafn · Jul 15, 2026
(MENAFN - EIN Presswire) EINPresswire/ -- PepUp Announces Fall 2026 Lee & Audrey McMahan Endowed Scholarship Recipients Three Chesapeake College students receive scholarship funding through the ...
Best Graduating Students Urge Borno Govt to Fulfill Zulum’s Appointment, Scholarship Promise
Thenews_chronicle · Jul 15, 2026
The best graduating students of Kashim Ibrahim University, Maiduguri, have appealed to the Borno State Government to fulfill Governor Babagana Umara Zullum’s promise of appointments and scholarships announced during the university’s convocation ceremony on January 3, 2026. In a press statement issued on Wednesday and obtained by The News Chronicle, the graduates said the Governor’s [...]
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Education Gets Major Boost as DIPF Unveils Classroom Projects, Scholarship Initiative
Latestnigeriannews · Jul 15, 2026
De Imperial Philanthropic Family (DIPF) has unveiled five ultra-modern classroom blocks and expanded its scholarship initiative across the Southeast as part of efforts to enhance educational development. The projects were inaugurated during the groups Extra-Ordinary The post Education Gets Major Boost as DIPF Unveils Classroom Projects, Scholarship Initiative appeared first on Gistlover.
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DIPF Unveils Classrooms, Scholarship Initiative In SEast
Latestnigeriannews · Jul 15, 2026
De Imperial Philanthropic Family (DIPF) has unveiled five ultra-modern classroom blocks and expanded its scholarship initiative across the Southeast as part of efforts to enhance educational development. The projects were inaugurated during the groups Extraordinary General Meeting held in Okija, Anambra State, from July 1 to July 4, 2026. Beneficiary schools are spread across Imo,...The post DIPF Unveils Classrooms, Scholarship Initiative In SEast appeared first on New Telegraph.
She Skipped NYSC For An 80% Scholarship In Finland — 1000 Ways to Japa
Zikoko · Jul 15, 2026
Timileyin always knew she wanted to leave Nigeria, but didn't expect it to happen right after graduating from university. Ten months after moving to Finland, she shares how she navigated the country's joint application system and the one thing she'd warn every prospective applicant about.
DIPF Unveils Classrooms, Scholarship Initiative In S’East
Newtelegraphng · Jul 15, 2026
De Imperial Philanthropic Family (DIPF) has unveiled five ultra-modern classroom blocks and expanded its scholarship initiative across the Southeast as part of efforts to enhance educational development. The projects were inaugurated during the group’s Extraordinary General Meeting held in Okija, Anambra State, from July 1 to July 4, 2026. Beneficiary schools are spread across Imo,... The post DIPF Unveils Classrooms, Scholarship Initiative In S’East appeared first on New Telegraph .
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