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FUD Welcomes 4,493 Fresh Students For 2023/2024 Academic Session

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Federal University Dutse, located in Jigawa State, is proud to announce the matriculation of 4,493 students for the upcoming 2023/2024 academic session.

During the matriculation ceremony, Professor Abdulkareem Saboda Muhammad, the esteemed Vice Chancellor of the university, expressed his delight at the substantial number of admitted students, which accounts for 19 percent of the total applicants.

Professor Abdulkareem Sabo Muhammad elaborated on the challenges faced during the admission process for the 2021/2022 combined intake. The university received an overwhelming 23,951 applications for various programs, but due to the limited admission quota, only 4,493 students were admitted.

The Vice Chancellor highlighted one specific example, citing the MBBS Program, where they received 3,893 applications for a mere 100 available vacancies, as stipulated by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).

“Admissions into Federal University Dutse have become increasingly competitive over the years, owing to our remarkable development and the popularity of our professional programs,” stated Professor Abdulkareem Sabo Muhammad.

He further added, “Nevertheless, the Matriculation exercise is always a moment of celebration not only for the new students but also for their parents and guardians, after a rigorous struggle to secure admission into their preferred programs at the university, particularly during this highly competitive combined admission period.”

Addressing the matriculating students, Professor Abdulkareem Saboda Muhammad expressed his congratulations, emphasizing their fortune in gaining admission to a university that is currently one of the most sought-after institutions in the region.

The Vice Chancellor urged the new students to uphold the law, remain focused on their academic pursuits, and steer clear of vices such as examination misconduct/malpractice, cultism, drug abuse, fighting, and stealing, among others.

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He also directed the students to seek guidance from their teachers without hesitation, urging them to approach their educators for academic or social challenges they may encounter during their time at the university.

The Significance Of Matriculation

Matriculation holds a special place in the hearts of new students, their families, and the university community. It marks the beginning of a transformative journey towards academic and personal growth.

Federal University Dutse’s Competitive Admission Process

Federal University Dutse has experienced a surge in the number of applicants over the years, leading to a highly competitive admission process. With limited vacancies available, securing admission has become a commendable achievement.

A Glimpse Into The Admission Statistics

The Vice Chancellor disclosed that the university received an astonishing 23,951 applications for the 2021/2022 academic session. However, due to the restricted admission quota, only 4,493 students were admitted, constituting 19 percent of the total applicants.

Challenges And Opportunities In Professional Programmes

Federal University Dutse offers a range of professional programmes that have gained immense popularity. The increasing demand has made the admission process for these programs even more rigorous and competitive.

Advice for the Matriculating Students

Professor Abdulkareem Saboda Muhammad in his valuable guidance to the new students, encouraged them to adhere to the university’s rules and regulations, focus on their studies, and seek assistance whenever needed.

Embracing A Bright Future

With their admission to Federal University Dutse, the matriculating students embark on a journey that promises endless opportunities and a bright future. The university’s commitment to academic excellence ensures that they receive the best education and preparation for their chosen fields.

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FG Directs Tertiary Institutions to Publicly Advertise Job Openings

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The Federal Government has mandated all tertiary institutions that have received waivers for staff recruitment to publicly announce their job vacancies.

In a statement released on Thursday, Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa emphasized the importance of transparency in the hiring process. The statement was issued by Folasade Boriowo, the Director of Press in the Ministry.

Dr. Alausa encouraged these institutions to advertise positions in at least one national daily newspaper, on their official websites, and in pertinent academic and professional journals.

This directive is intended to foster an open and competitive recruitment environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all eligible Nigerians.

“This initiative follows the waivers granted to federal tertiary institutions based on their submissions regarding manpower needs,” he explained. “It reflects the ministry’s commitment to strengthening the capabilities of our higher education institutions.”

He reminded all federal tertiary institutions to submit their recruitment requirements to the ministry for evaluation by the Committee on Waiver and Recruitment.

“The ministry has established effective mechanisms to ensure compliance and will not hesitate to impose penalties on any institution that fails to follow this directive,” he stated. “The Federal Ministry of Education is steadfast in its commitment to upholding integrity and fairness within the Nigerian higher education system.”

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JAMB: 585 Fake A-Levels Uncovered In Q1 Sweep

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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it has uncovered at least 585 forged A-Level certificates so far in 2025.

Is-haq Oloyede, the registrar, was at a virtual meeting with JAMB staff on April 2.

The meeting was to discuss operational procedures ahead of the 2025 mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and the main UTME.

Oloyede said JAMB discovered 585 forged A-Level certificates, 13 of which originated from the Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB).

He said the professional registration centres (PRCs) that uploaded the results are now under investigation.

Of those 13 cases, Oloyede said four suspects have so far been arrested.

He said the forgeries were among the reasons for the creation of the Nigeria Integrated Post-Secondary Education Data System (NIPED).

NIPED is a platform designed to collect and manage data related to post-secondary education in Nigeria.

Oloyede alleged that some institutions may have internal collaborators aiding the syndicates behind the forgeries.

He said the board is working closely with police and other authorities to apprehend the ringleaders.

In 2023, JAMB also uncovered 1,665 fake A-level results during a DE registration season.

The board said its NIPEDS lagged multiple cases of forgery, with 13 additional A-level certificates recently identified as fake.

JAMB said some institutions had already processed admissions for candidates using these forged documents before they were detected.

It urged its staff to remain committed to their duties and to avoid any actions that could compromise the integrity of the board.

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INEC: Petition for Natasha’s recall yet to meet constitutional requirement

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Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has said the petition to recall Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan from the Senate has yet to meet constitutional requirement.

The commission stated this in a short notice posted on its X platform.

“The petition for the recall of the Senator representing the Kogi Central Senatorial District has not met the requirement of Section 69(a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (as amended),” the notice said.

The commission, however, said that details of why the petition had not met the constitutional requirement would be made available shortly.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that a group of registered voters from Akpoti-Uduaghan’s senatorial district had, on March 24, submitted a petition to INEC, urging it to commence her recall process from the senate.

The constituents, in the letter signed by the Lead Petitioner, Salihu Habib, and submitted at INEC headquarters, said they no longer had confidence in Akpoti-Uduaghan as their senator and representative in the National Assembly.

Meanwhile, INEC had, on March 25, confirmed the receipt of the petition, accompanied by six bags of documents said to be signatures collected from more than half of the 474,554 registered voters from the senatorial district.

The commission also said that it had notified the suspended senator about the receipt of the petition to recall her from the national assembly. (NAN)

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