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Afe Babalola Criticizes Age Limit for University Entry
Aare Afe Babalola, Chancellor of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti, has criticized the Federal Government’s decision to prevent students under 18 from taking the West African Examination Council (WAEC) and National Examination Council (NECO) exams, as well as from gaining admission to universities.
Babalola described the policy as retrogressive, arguing that it stifles the potential of young, talented individuals who could contribute to solving the nation’s challenges. He emphasized that universities should have the autonomy to admit students based on merit and exceptional ability, regardless of age, as is the practice in countries like the UK, Australia, and Norway.
Babalola also highlighted that maturity is not solely determined by age but by mindset and emotional intelligence. He pointed out that many young students, including those who have excelled at Afe Babalola University, demonstrate exceptional academic potential and should not be hindered by rigid age restrictions. Babalola urged the government to reconsider the policy, warning that it could hamper the development of gifted children and impede the country’s progress.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
President Donald Trump makes headline as he threatens Iran on social media.
The president shared “Open the F***ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”
It can be noted that he even did a countdown on Saturday “48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them,” he warned Saturday. “Time is running out.”
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