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April 19, 2025 JAMB Moves UTME 2025 Date
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JAMB Moves UTME 2025 Date

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has moved the commencement date of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) from Friday, April 25 to Thursday, April 24, 2025.

JAMB made this change known in a message shared on its official X handle on Saturday. The Board explained that the shift was made to make room for important duties involving the board and its partner agencies.

To help students prepare, JAMB has made it possible for all registered candidates to print their UTME Notification Slips starting Saturday, April 19, 2025.

The slip contains all the needed information such as the exam date, time, venue, and other instructions. This will help candidates plan well ahead and reduce confusion or last-minute rush on the exam day.

To access the slip, candidates must visit the JAMB website at www.jamb.gov.ng, select the ‘2025 UTME Slip Printing’ link, enter their registration number, and then print their exam slip.

The Board also advised candidates to visit their centres before the exam day. This will help them locate the venue early enough and avoid delays that could affect their performance.

Candidates are expected to appear at centres within the towns they selected during registration, as no one will be posted outside their chosen areas.

JAMB urged all candidates to take the printing of their exam slips seriously and ensure they know their exam schedule well in advance.

April 17, 2025 INEC Chairman Urges African Youths To Promote Peaceful Elections
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INEC Chairman Urges African Youths To Promote Peaceful Elections

The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu, has called on African youths to take the centre stage in promoting peaceful and credible elections across the continent. He also urged them to actively engage in the electoral process with a positive mindset, shun electoral malpractices, and uphold democratic values.
Prof. Yakubu made the call on Tuesday, April 15, while delivering a lecture on “Democracy and Peaceful Elections in West Africa” to students of International Affairs and Diplomacy and those of Peace and Conflict Studies at the Civil Service University in the Republic of The Gambia, where he was a guest of the University.
Highlighting the indispensable role of young people in the electoral processes, the INEC Chairman noted that elections in Africa cannot succeed without youth participation. “Young people form the backbone of election duty staff,” he said, pointing out that Election Management Bodies (EMBs) lack the manpower to conduct elections without recruiting youths as temporary or ad hoc staff.
Beyond logistics and staffing, he emphasized that youths also make up the largest segment of the voting population. His words: “Before the elections, they are involved in voter registration, one of the most critical stages of the electoral cycle. It is a duty that must be undertaken with sincerity, patriotism, and a sense of responsibility.”
In a passionate appeal, Prof. Yakubu urged the youths to be upright and law-abiding. He said: “If you want peaceful elections, play your part for God and country. Do the right thing. Obey the laws and regulations. That’s how we make every vote count.”
He also drew attention to the role of youths as political party agents, cautioning against misrepresenting facts or feeding political stakeholders with false information which, he warned, could trigger violence and undermine public trust in the process.
Turning to the influence of digital media, Prof. Yakubu warned against the spread of fake news, particularly during election periods. “Don’t be among the fake news merchants. If it’s not verified, don’t share it. As citizen reporters, you have a duty to report elections truthfully and responsibly,” he said.
He concluded by encouraging young people not to lose faith in democracy or withdraw from civic engagement. “This is the system we have chosen. It is ours to nurture, defend, and improve. Every young African must play a role in deepening and strengthening democratic institutions.”
April 15, 2025 President Bola Tinubu Gives Plateau State Governor Marching Order to Tackle Insecurity
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President Bola Tinubu Gives Plateau State Governor Marching Order to Tackle Insecurity

President BOLA TINUBU has given marching orders to Plateau State governor, CALEB MUTFWANG, to summon the necessary political will to resolve the crisis in the state and establish enduring peace.

Also yesterday, Governor HYACINTH ALIA of Benue State warned that he cannot guarantee the safety of any person or group coming to the state without his knowledge.

The President’s order came as a family of eight was wiped out after no fewer than 52 persons were confirmed killed and property razed in a fresh Sunday night attack on Zike hamlet in Kimakpa community at Kwall district, Irigwe Chiefdom of Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.

This came as troops of the Nigerian army rescued 16 victims earlier kidnapped in the area. Giving the order yesterday, the President also expressed profound sorrow over recent bloodshed in the state.

A statement by presidential spokesman, BAYO ONANUGA, stated that President TINUBU, who strongly condemned the violence, extended his sympathies to the governor, the state government and the people of Plateau State.

In his call for harmony among the people of Plateau State, the President emphasised the importance of love and unity beyond religious and ethnic lines.

April 14, 2025 Federal Government to Begin Flood Awareness Campaign
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Federal Government to Begin Flood Awareness Campaign

The Federal Government has announced plan to begin a nationwide flood awareness campaign in May 2025 to educate and sensitise Nigerians on the risks and safety measures related to flooding.

This was disclosed by the Deputy Director of the Department of Flood, Erosion Control and Coastal Management at the Federal Ministry of Environment, Mr. KUNLE AWOJEMILA yesterday.

The Federal Government had revealed that approximately 1,249 communities across 176 Local Government Areas in 30 states and the Federal Capital Territory are expected to experience significant flooding between April and November this year.

The minister emphasized that flooding remains one of Nigeria’s most devastating natural disasters, warning that climate change continues to increase both the frequency and severity of flood events.

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