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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 the Ebola virus is rising again and there have been some cases. This has caused fear in many, with talks of different viruses spreading.
Amid this concern, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) reassured the people that no trace of Ebola has been confirmed in the country, despite the outbreak in Africa.
FAAN shared that they have been on the lookout for travellers who may have symptoms, and so far there is none.
It has been reported that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has finally released the withheld results of 279 students.
It can be recalled that some results were held due to investigations of cheating. Some results proved to have traces of malpractice and were cancelled, but the ones without traces have been released and the students can finally move on.
JAMB also shared additional advice for students that might have not seen theirs: “Candidates whose results have not yet been released are advised to check their status by sending UTMERESULT to 55019 or 66019 using the same phone number used for registration to view their released results.”
It was reported that former Nigerian president Goodluck Jonathan has allegedly purchased a presidential candidate form for the 2027 elections.
It can be noted that Jonathan served as Nigeria’s president from 2010 to 2015.
This information was revealed by Sani Useni, a special assistant who made the claim. Many reacted to the news, with some expressing interest in seeing Jonathan return to power after staying relatively quiet politically since his administration ended.
However, Jonathan has not yet addressed the public or officially shared any presidential ambition.
FAAN Reassures Nigerians Amid Ebola Concerns
JAMB Releases Withheld Results of 279 Students
