Day: February 27, 2024

JAMB Begins Direct Entry Registration February 28

ADEOLA YUSUF

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has commenced the sale of Direct Entry registration forms nationwide and in selected foreign centres. JAMB,in a statement by its spokesman, Fabian Benjamin, Tuesday,said the “registration process starts on Wednesday, 28th February, 2024, and closes on Thursday, 28th March, 2024.” “The sale is open to foreign candidates desirous of tertiary education in Nigeria through the Direct Entry mode. Furthermore,the Board will continue to ensure a level playing field for all candidates irrespective of status,”it explained. It, however,warned that,”The Board would not process candidates’…

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After Death Threat, Cleric Apologises To Remi Tinubu

ADEOLA YUSUF

An Islamic cleric, Idris Tenshi, has apologised over his call for the killing of Oluremi Tinubu, wife of the president. Recall that the cleric, in a sermon, described the wife of the president as an “infidel” who should be killed. The cleric, who spoke in the Hausa language, said: “Tinubu’s wife is an unbeliever and even among the unbelievers, she is a leader.” “She is among those that Allah has instructed us to kill because she is among the leaders of the unbelievers,” had added. The cleric came under fire…

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World Indoor Championships: Amusan Out, Brume, Enekwechi In

ADEOLA YUSUF

Nigeria’s hopes for a medal at the upcoming World Indoor Championships in Glasgow have taken a hit as Tobi Amusan, the African Record holder in the 60m Hurdles, has pulled out of the competition. This leaves Ese Brume as the country’s primary contender for a podium finish, with Ruth Usoro also missing from the entry list. Amusan’s withdrawal means she will not have the opportunity to make history by adding another world medal to her accolades. The talented hurdler began the indoor season on a high note, breaking Glory Alozie’s…

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