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JAMB Announces Top Scorers in 2024 UTME, 13 Exceed 300 Marks
During the 2024 Policy Meeting on Admissions into Tertiary Institutions held in Abuja, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB), presented an insightful overview of the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Highlighting the achievements of the top-performing candidates, Professor Oloyede revealed that a remarkable total of 13 students had distinguished themselves by scoring above 300 in this year’s UTME.
This announcement underscores the exceptional academic prowess demonstrated by these individuals, reflecting their dedication and preparation for higher education pursuits.
Professor Oloyede further detailed the names and respective scores of these outstanding achievers, recognizing their significant accomplishments in the competitive landscape of tertiary education admissions.
Olowu Joseph Oluwasijibomi – 367
Alayande David – 367
Orukpe Joel Ehijele – 367
Emmanuel Jeremiah Jewel -365
Essiet Etini Joshua -365
Ezenwoko Zara Valerie -365
Umoh Joshua Augustine -365
Mamudu Abdulrahman -364
Adeleke Abdulbasit Adekunle -363
Echem Victor Prosper -363
Etute Emmanuel Ehihomen -363
Keke Jedidiah Chidiebube -363
Adesanya Daniel Oluwatimileyin -363
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Viral Video Sparks Outrage as Delta Police Officer Shoots Restrained Suspect
A viral clip has made its way online showing a police officer in Delta State shooting a suspect who had already been restrained.
It can be noted that the suspect was pleading, claiming he had been framed and deceived, and said he would lead them to the right place.
However, while he was pleading, the police officer shot him. The officer later stated that the suspect was armed with a gun.
It was later revealed that the police officer has been arrested, as it is against the law to shoot a restrained suspect.
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24 Children Abducted from Orphanage in Kogi State
It was reported by the Kogi State Government that 24 children were abducted from an orphanage home. It was shared that this happened on the 26th of April, Sunday, and gunmen were seen in the area that day.
The information was shared by the Commissioner of Information, Kingsley Fanwo, who shared this sad news and described it as unfortunate.
“We condemn in strong terms the abduction of innocent children from an orphanage, the government is working closely with security operatives to ensure their safe return,”
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Afia Schwarzenegger Reacts to Xenophobia in South Africa
Ghanaian media personality Afia Schwarzenegger speaks on the xenophobia issues occurring around Africans in South Africa.
She stated that Ghana is not the same as Nigeria and shared that if such issues happen to Ghanaians in South Africa, they will speak up and not keep quiet. She added that they will react.
“Ghana is not like Nigeria and we won’t hesitate to return the stupid favour.”
