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The Sultan Of Sokoto Explains The Reasons For The North’s Educational Lag
The Sultan Of Sokoto Explains The Reasons For The North’s Educational Lag....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
His Eminence, the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has pinpointed the cause of educational underdevelopment in the Northern region of Nigeria. The first-class monarch, speaking at a conference in Abuja organized by the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation with the theme, “Education in Northern Nigeria: Status, Challenges, and the Way Forward,” stated that the failure to implement past recommendations is the primary reason for educational setbacks in the North.
He emphasized that the region will continue to face the same challenges if previous panel recommendations are not taken seriously or put into action. As the Chairman of the Northern Traditional Rulers Council, representing 20 first-class traditional rulers, the Sultan of Sokoto stressed the urgency of implementing recommendations for educational development in the North.
The Sultan urged stakeholders in the Northern region to demonstrate greater commitment to implementing these recommendations, as repeated conferences will yield no progress without decisive actions. He commended former Minister of Education, Professor Ruqayyatu Ahmed Rufai, and her team for conducting research and provided recommendations that he encouraged stakeholders to form a committee to implement.
In her presentation on the research outcomes about the state of education in the North, Professor Ruqayyatu pointed out challenges such as the inability to enroll school-age children, inadequate funding, lack of political will, and the absence of guidance and counseling services. She recommended solutions, including building more schools, expanding school feeding programs, ensuring timely payment of salaries, and recruiting qualified teachers.
Babangida Aliyu, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Sir Ahmadu Bello Memorial Foundation, highlighted that 50% of teachers in the North are not qualified, emphasizing the need for the Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) as the minimum requirement for teachers. The Northern region has a deficit of qualified teachers, as no state meets the minimum 50% requirement of qualified teachers with NCE certification.
Ibrahim Shekarau, the chairman of the organizing committee, emphasized the urgent need for action to address educational challenges in the North and called on stakeholders to take these findings as a wake-up call.
The Minister of Information, Mohammed Idris, stressed the importance of inspirational leadership for societal development, while the Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, discussed the removal of subsidies and exchange rate unification to fund critical sectors such as education.
The JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, pointed out that the number of candidates seeking admission from the Northern region is not well-represented, as individuals from other regions are filling the quota. He suggested that Northerners should stay in other parts of Nigeria for education and job opportunities instead of returning to their home states for employment.
Prominent attendees at the conference included Dr. Hakeem Baba Ahmed, Special Adviser on Political Matters; Etsu Nupe, Alhaji Yahaya Abubakar CFR; Emir of Zazzau, Alhaji Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli CFR; Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman; and Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Mr. Chris Jibreel Maiyaki, among others.
A group of Nigerians has staged a protest at the United Kingdom Parliament, calling for the removal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The demonstrators reportedly gathered outside the parliamentary complex, expressing dissatisfaction with the leadership of the electoral body in Nigeria and demanding immediate action.
They insisted that the INEC chairman should be removed, alleging concerns over credibility and trust in the electoral process as the country prepares for the next election cycle.
The protest drew attention from passersby and security personnel, as the group maintained their position that electoral reforms and leadership changes were necessary to restore public confidence.
Sir Uyi has responded strongly to critics of his involvement in nightclub businesses, insisting that such ventures represent only a small part of his wider activities.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a firm reaction to recent criticism linked to Vaniti, he stated that people are focusing too much on his nightlife businesses while ignoring other aspects of his work and achievements.
He stressed that his nightclub operations do not define his entire identity or professional portfolio, adding that he is involved in several other ventures beyond entertainment and hospitality.
According to him, the criticism reflects a narrow perception of what he does, and he believes his broader contributions are being overlooked.
Sir Uyi maintained that he remains focused on his various commitments despite public scrutiny surrounding his nightlife business interests.
The Benue State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of seven suspected militia herdsmen in connection with the abduction of passengers travelling in an 18-seater Benue Links bus along the Makurdi–Otukpo road last Wednesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The victims, which included candidates of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) heading to Otukpo for their examinations, have all been successfully rescued.
Speaking while briefing Governor Hyacinth Alia in Makurdi during the presentation of the freed victims, the Commissioner of Police, Ifeanyi Emenari, said the rescue operation was achieved through coordinated efforts of multiple security agencies.
He explained that five of the abducted passengers were first released, while the remaining 13 were rescued on Sunday morning without injuries.
According to him, the combined pressure from security forces, supported by the state government and the Inspector-General of Police, led to the successful outcome of the operation.
Emenari further disclosed that eight suspects are currently in custody, adding that seven of them are strongly linked to the kidnapping incident, with some victims already identifying them.
He also noted that clearance operations have begun across forest areas in the state to flush out criminal groups, in line with directives from security authorities.
Governor Hyacinth Alia, while receiving the rescued passengers, expressed concern over rising cases of kidnapping in the state but welcomed the safe return of all 18 victims.
He confirmed that among those rescued were eight candidates on their way to write examinations, and called on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to reschedule the affected exams for them.
The governor assured that the state government remains committed to supporting the victims and strengthening security across Benue State, while also urging residents to provide credible information to security agencies.
He further directed the state health authorities to conduct medical evaluations for all rescued persons and promised government support for those affected.
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