Education
Oyebanji inspects EKSUTH 80-bed hospital ward construction
The Ekiti State Governor, Biodun Oyebanji, on Monday paid an unscheduled visit to the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital, Ado-Ekiti, to assess the pace of work on the ongoing construction of an 80-bed multipurpose ward.
“I paid an unscheduled visit to the Ekiti State University Teaching Hospital (EKSUTH), Ado-Ekiti, to assess the progress of the ongoing construction of the 80-bed multipurpose ward being undertaken by our administration,” the governor posted.
He also engaged with the site engineer and workers during the inspection, urging them to stick strictly to the project’s timeline.
“I took time to engage with the site engineer and workers, and I urged them to adhere strictly to the delivery timeline.
“When completed, the new ward will be equipped with modern facilities that will enhance the quality of healthcare services for our people,” he added.
Oyebanji emphasised that routine checks were a key element of his administration’s strategy for ensuring accountability and quality across all ongoing projects in the state.
“Regular inspection remains an important part of our governance approach, as we continue to prioritise accountability, quality, and value for money in all ongoing projects across the state,” the governor wrote.
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The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, on Wednesday, inaugurated a committee to oversee the process of admissions for underage candidates.
The JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed at the sidelines of the inaugural meeting of the committee members in Bwari, FCT.
Oloyede said that the committee would decide the modalities for determining `specially gifted candidates’.
”These are the 599 underage candidates who scored 320 and above in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.
”The committee will decide on the dates, what to do and set up who to pick at the end. They will pick candidates that are exceptionally brilliant to be admitted into tertiary schools in order to encourage them,’’ he said.
The JAMB registrar noted that the committee meeting had the virtual presence of Vice Chancellors of Nigerian universities, regulatory agencies, some critical stakeholders and experts in education.
He added that the committee had resolved that between now and September those who would scale the hurdle from the 599 candidates would be announced.
“Their school certificates will be weighed, which means they must have scored 80 per cent, and for the post-UTME, the institution will submit the scores of the candidates, latest by Sept. 16.
“Any candidate who scores below 80 in the post-UTME is already out of it.
“We know that 16 years is the minimum for admissions but we should be able to pick one or two that are very brilliant to encourage them,” he said.
He added that the panel would sit in Lagos, Abuja and Owerri.
Oloyede urged parents to desist from desperation to send their children and wards at tender ages into tertiary institutions, saying that children needed time to develop naturally and mature.
He also cautioned against bribery to gain admission, saying that it was an anomaly to introduce the younger generation into the world of crime.
The registrar assured that the process for the admissions would be transparent and fair due to the quality of the committee members.
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The Federal Government has secured a $25.35 million concessionary loan from the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development to support a major initiative aimed at reducing the number of out-of-school children in Kaduna State.
The facility, signed on behalf of the Kaduna State Government, forms part of a broader $62.8m blended financing package with international development partners designed to expand access to quality and inclusive education in one of the country’s most affected regions.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Finance, Mohammed Manga, the loan is expected to finance the Reaching Out-of-School Children programme, a large-scale intervention targeting vulnerable populations, including girls, children with disabilities, and internally displaced persons.
The statement read, “In a significant step towards improving access to quality education in Nigeria, the Federal Government and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development have partnered to support the Reaching Out-of-School Children programme in Kaduna State.
“This partnership is built on a $25.35m concessionary loan agreement signed today between the Federal Government of Nigeria, on behalf of Kaduna State and the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development.
“The facility forms part of a wider $62.8m blended package with international partners that will expand access to quality, inclusive education and improve learning outcomes for some of Nigeria’s most vulnerable children.”
The programme is set to enrol over 100,000 children, construct or upgrade more than 200 schools, and improve both the learning environment and the capacity of teachers in underserved areas across the state.
The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, who was represented at the signing by the Minister of State for Finance, Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite, said the programme highlights the government’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and measurable outcomes in social sector investments.
He noted that with millions of children still out of school, particularly in northern Nigeria, each dollar of intervention must translate into real and visible progress.
He also commended Kaduna State for its proactive leadership and strong engagement with partners, expressing confidence that the initiative could serve as a model for replication across other states.
According to the statement, Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, reaffirmed the state’s prioritisation of education, disclosing that Kaduna had already fulfilled its counterpart funding commitment of $1m.
He said the state had increased the education sector’s share of the 2025 budget to 26 per cent, as part of a broader commitment to human capital development.
Under the framework of the new programme, 102 new climate-resilient schools will be built while 170 existing schools and learning centres will be rehabilitated, with particular emphasis on marginalised groups and hard-to-reach communities.
The Director-General of the Kuwait Fund, Dr Wahid Al-Bahar, described the project as an investment in hope, noting that its goals extend beyond infrastructure.
He said the fund was proud to support an initiative that aims to guarantee access to learning for every child, stressing that success would be judged by improved enrolment, stronger learning outcomes, and community engagement.
The other partners in the financing structure include the Islamic Development Bank, which is contributing a $10.5m loan; the Global Partnership for Education, offering a $15.45m grant; the Education Above All Foundation, with a $10m grant; and Save the Children International, which is providing $0.5m in technical assistance. Kaduna State’s contribution stands at $1m.
The Federal Ministry of Finance is expected to oversee the programme’s fiduciary processes and coordinate results reporting in collaboration with the state and partner organisations.
This will involve routine joint assessments covering enrolment rates, teacher training metrics, and academic performance indicators to ensure the programme delivers measurable and sustainable impact.
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Following the release of the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination results on Monday, the West African Examinations Council has provided a step-by-step guide to help candidates access their results online.
To check your results, candidates are required to visit the official result portal at http://waecdirect.org and follow the instructions carefully.
- Enter your 10-digit WAEC Examination Number.
(This is your 7-Digit centre number followed by your 3-digit candidate number eg. 4123456789).
For examination year < 1999, enter your 8-digit WAEC Examination Number.
(This is your 5-Digit centre number followed by your 3-digit candidate number eg. 19865001) - Enter the 4 digits of your Examination Year eg. 2002
- Select the Type of Examination
- Enter the e-PIN Voucher Number
- Enter the Personal Identification Number (PIN) on your e-PIN
- Click Submit and wait for the results window to come up
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