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WAEC Withholds 215,267 Results Over Exam Malpractice

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Following the release of the 2024 Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) results, the West African Examination Council (WAEC) has announced that the results of 215,267 candidates are being withheld due to various reported cases of examination malpractice. A total of 1,805,216 candidates from 25,126 secondary schools across Nigeria took the exam.

Out of these candidates, 1,685,889 (93.39 percent) have had all their papers released, while 119,327 (6.61 percent) still have some subjects under processing. The council noted a 4.37 percent decrease in malpractice cases compared to the 2023 exams. In terms of performance, 1,332,089 candidates (73.79 percent) achieved credit and above in at least five subjects, with or without English and Mathematics. However, there was a 7.69 percent drop in the pass rate for those who obtained credit in five subjects, including English and Mathematics, compared to the 2023 results.


 

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NIHSA Warns of Imminent Flooding as Cameroon Releases Water from Lagdo Dam

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The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has alerted Nigerians residing in flood-prone areas to relocate, following the release of water from Cameroon’s Lagdo Dam into River Niger and River Benue.

The release, which began on September 18, 2024, poses flood risks to 11 states, including Adamawa, Kogi, Benue, and Bayelsa.

NIHSA urges individuals to clear drainages and avoid floodplains. This comes days after severe flooding in Borno killed over 30 people.


 

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Israel Acknowledges Role in Escalating Conflict with Hezbollah Amid Deadly Attacks

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Israel admitted to initiating a “new era” of war after two consecutive days of explosive attacks targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon.

On Tuesday, pager explosions killed several, including children, and wounded over 2,800. A second wave on Wednesday, involving walkie-talkies and phones, killed at least 20 and injured 450.

One explosion occurred during a Hezbollah funeral, with reports suggesting Hezbollah’s elite Radwan unit was heavily impacted. Israel believes the death toll is higher than officially reported.


 

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Soso Soberekon Urges Women to Choose Men with Vision, Not Just Physical Desires

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In a recent Instagram post, Nigerian entertainment figure Soso Soberekon advised women to focus on men with a clear vision and long-term plans instead of being swayed by physical attributes.

He highlighted that a big penis won’t raise children and encouraged women to seek meaningful relationships with partners who can build a future.

Soberekon’s message stirred a range of reactions online, sparking a lively conversation in the comments.


 

 

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