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JAMB SUSPENDS LAW PROGRAMME ADMISSIONS IN 10 UNIVERSITIES

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that it will not conduct admissions for the Law programme in 10 select universities for the 2025/2026 academic session. This decision follows the suspension of the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme by the Council of Legal Education (CLE) in these institutions. According to JAMB Spokesperson, Dr Fabian Benjamin, the affected universities include Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State; Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State; Redeemers University, Ede, Osun State; Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State; Taraba State University, Jalingo, Taraba State; Arthur Jarvis University, Akpabuyo, Cross River State; Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State; and Nigerian Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State. Dr Benjamin stated that the suspension of the Law programme at the Nigerian Police Academy will last for two academic sessions, specifically the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 sessions. He added, “As a result, JAMB will not approve any admissions for candidates seeking to enroll in the Law programme at the aforementioned universities for the 2025/2026 academic session. Furthermore, the ban on registration for the Law programme at the Nigerian Police Academy will extend into the 2026/2027 academic session”.

TINUBU UNVEILS PLAN TO INSTALL SOLAR PANELS IN PUBLIC HIGHER INSTITUTIONS ACROSS NIGERIA

President Bola Tinubu has announced plans to install solar panels in public higher institutions across Nigeria, aiming to mitigate the financial strain caused by high electricity tariffs imposed by power distribution companies. This move is part of the administration’s efforts to prioritize education and address the long-standing concerns of universities over escalating power costs. Speaking at the 55th convocation ceremony of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Tinubu, represented by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to education. “My administration recognizes that education is the cornerstone of national development. It is the bedrock upon which a prosperous society is built. This understanding is reflected in our policies and investments in the education sector,” he stated. The proposed 2025 budget allocates ₦3.52 trillion to education, the third-highest allocation, underscoring efforts to revitalize the sector. Tinubu noted, “The ‘Budget of Restoration: Securing Peace, Rebuilding Prosperity’ reflects our determination to stabilize the economy, improve lives, and position Nigeria for a brighter future.” The administration has also introduced key reforms, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which has expanded access to higher education by easing financial barriers for students. Thousands have already benefited, with plans to extend the initiative to reach more students. Furthermore, Tinubu has approved N100 billion to provide solar-powered energy to public institutions as part of the 2025 fiscal year agenda. This initiative is expected to reduce the cost of governance and provide a sustainable source of energy for public institutions.