University Ranking"University of Ibadan is the best"- NUC

TheNigerian Universities Commission(NUC) has named University of Ibadan as the best among second generationUniversitiesin the country in 2015.

University of JosandUniversity of Ilorinalso made the list, TheNation reports.

A statement signed by Abdullahi Abdullahi, Principal Officer Assistant Registrar, Information and Publication of the university, noted that: “The second generation Universities are the 12 universities established between 1970 and 1985 to meet the increasing need for university education in Nigeria especially in the area of Science and Technology.”

Abduallhi said: “University of Jos was however ranked 7th in the overall ranking of all Federal, State and Private Universities in Nigeria.”

Covenant University was also named as the best private University in Nigeria.

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UNIJOS Vice Chancellor, described the ranking as clear recognition of theenormous workbeing done in the university.

“It was encouraging that the university was being appreciated for the impact it is creating towards human capital development in the country, noting that the ranking was consistent with the University’s global rating.

“If not for some challenges, the University could have achieved greater success. I enjoin all stakeholders to rally round towards ensuring that the University achieves its full potential,” he said

Jega Ex-INEC boss advocates scrapping of scholarship boards

He explained that most scholarship boards in the states and federal levels had been characterised by corruption, hence the need for governments to deal with schools directly.

Prof.Attahiru Jega, former INEC Chairman, on Saturday in Dutse, called for the scrapping of states and federal scholarship boards.

Jega, now a lecturer with theBayero University, Kano, made the call at the maiden convocation lecture of the Federal University, Dutse, where he delivered a paper with the theme, `Reforming the Nigerian Tertiary Education sector: challenges and prospects’’

According to him, the scholarship system needs to be reviewed to serve the purpose for which it was introduced.

He explained that most scholarship boards in the states and federal levels had been characterised by corruption, hence the need for governments to deal with schools directly.

``The scholarship system must be reviewed and reorganised by disbursing scholarships through the institutions, rather than ineffective and corrupt boards.

``The federal and state governments should identify their beneficiaries and pay directly to their schools, and that should be done by merit,’’ he said.

According to him, paying directly to the institutions will reduce a lot of wastages and reduce corruption in the system.
Jega also advised government to introduce a well-funded student’s scheme for indigent’s students that were qualified to go to tertiary institutions but could not afford it.

He noted that these were important innovative measures used by most countries to expand access to education.

Jega also called on the Federal Government to increase profit tax of companies allocation to Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND), from two to five per cent.

He lauded TETFUND for serving the country well in terms of provision of infrastructures in institutions, as well as aiding the conduct of research.

NNPC / Chevron JV National University Scholarship Awards 2016- Apply Now

Chevron Nigeria Limited, in collaboration with its Joint Venture partner, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), is offering a number of University Scholarship Awards to suitably qualified Nigerian students.

Requirements / Eligibility
This Scheme Is Open To Unregistered Existing Awardees ONLY. Only current NNPC/Chevron JV scholarship beneficiaries who have not registered on scholastica are required to Register and Apply. Registered existing awardees need not apply but login to update their academic details.
In line with the NNPC/CHEVRON JV Scholarship Policies, current awardees who wish to be retained on the scheme

MUST satisfy the following requirements throughout the duration of their degree programme.
1. Must be in a Nigerian University
2. Must remain within a course/program covered by the NNPC/CHEVRON JV Scholarship scheme
How to Apply
Registered existing awardees need not apply but refer to the steps outline in the invitation email.

Unregistered existing awardees should apply using the steps below:
1. Before you start this application, ensure you have clear scanned copies of the following documents.
Passport photograph with white background not more than 3 months old (450px by 450px not more than 200kB-)
School ID card
Admission letter
Birth certificate
O' Level result
JAMB Result
2. Ensure the documents are named according to what they represent to avoid mixing up documents during upload
3. Ensure you attach the appropriate documents when asked to upload
To apply, visit http://www.scholastica.ng/schemes /cnlawards2013and follow the steps below:
1. Click on "Apply Now" tab.
2. Click on "Register Now" to create an account.
3. Proceed to your email box to activate your account
4. Click on www.scholastica.ngto return to Scholarship site
5. Enter your registered email and password to upload your information.
6. Enter your personal information, National Identification Number (if available), educational information, other information and upload required scanned documents.
7. Ensure the name used in applications matches the names on all documentation in same order. Upload a sworn affidavit or certificate if otherwise.
8. Ensure you view all documents after uploading, to eliminate errors during uploading.
9. When asked to upload photo, upload a pass-port photograph with a white background.
10. Recheck application information to avoid errors
11. Click "Apply Now" on your corresponding award year to submit information i.e. 2012 Awardee to click "NNPC/CHEVRON JV / 2011" on www.scholastica.ng
12. You will receive an email and a sms that confirms your application was successful.
13. Return to www.scholastica.ngenter your Email and Password to download your profile and proceed to have your Head of Department sign the document.
14. Upload a scanned copy of the signed profile, this would be used for verification.
15. If National Identification Number (NIN) number was not available in step 6, to obtain your National Identification Number (NIN)
Visit http://www.ninenrol.gov.ngto register and learn more about the National Identity Number
Click "Create Account" and fill in the required fields
Login with Email and Password to complete the form
After completion, schedule a date for photo and finger print capture
Visit any of the 37 capture centres http://www.nimc.gov.ng/?q=nin-registration- centresto complete the registration process and obtain your National Identity Number
You can also do your total registration at the NIMC office
16. Return to www.scholastica.ngand update application with National Identification Number (NIN) to ensure completion
Note: Multiple applications may attract a disqualification penalty from the Scholarship board.

Deadline
Deadline is strictly 24th January, 2016.

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The 2016 UTME Registration has been extended to January 31st 2016

The 2016 UTME Registration has been extended to January 31st 2016.

However, we believe that a great number of candidates are already registered for 2016 UTME.

We therefore want to share some tips that will enable you prepare adequately and scale through successfully in 2016 UTME.
What it takes to prepare for JAMB UTME is really no different from what it takes to prepare for any other exam. By that I mean the ground rule is the same. That is; work hard on your books.

However, I have outlined here specific nuggets for strategic and adequate preparation;
1. Start Preparing Now!:Don’t wait until weeks to the exam to start studying. The first step to success in any examination is to start preparing on time. Begin by creating a personal time-table; the one that suits your study time (day or night).
Also make sure you use the JAMB syllabus. It helps you not only to know the list of topics to be covered but also the areas questions will likely come from.

We have emphasized over and over again on the importance of JAMB past questions. Here is a testimony from a Myschooler who prepared with JAMB past questions and wrote UTME 2 years back;

"All CBT candidates the one secret to your success is past questions. Am telling you this from experience because on Saturday when I wrote mine, 25 questions in each subject I answered came out from past questions and JAMB repeated it as it was asked before. I wake up on that Saturday by 1pm and read my books till 6pm. When I entered inside the hall I found out that JAMB photocopied the questions from past questions to the extent that not even a word was changed."

Such testimony may come from you this year if you can take advantage of the JAMB Past questions and tools we have on this website

They include;
a. The JAMB CBT Software contains all subjects, works without internet, and even prepares you for Post-UTME. Click hereto download it.

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For those who are very well connected to the internet, they can use the Myschool online CBT classroom. Click hereto access it.

2. Be Confident:Your level of intelligence is affected by the state of your mind.

Examination fear and intimidation has a way of sapping confidence from you.

Even if you were not able to cover the whole syllables, be confident in the areas you have covered. Don’t try to copy others. Find out what works for you and stick to it since all of us are not gifted same way. E.g you need to know the reading environment that works for you and the time of the day you are most productive.

If you are a social learner for instance, you can join JAMB coaching classes and JAMB examination forums and groups where you can share ideas and learn from others. Never the less, this should not replace your personal study time.

While studying, read between the lines and make sure you know the exact meaning of words you come across. Don’t assume you know the meaning already. This is very important in tackling questions in English language and subjects like biology. Remember JAMB can be tricky with questions.

Also work on your speed and accuracy because it’s a test of both. There’s no point knowing all the answers but not being able to finish within the specified time.

3. Forget about “JAMB Runs”:If you start now to nurse the idea of getting help from somewhere else outside your brain, you may end up with stories that touch.

There are many “JAMB Messiahs” (That’s what they claim) everywhere trying to take advantage of gullible candidates. I know they will eventually convince many lazy students. But let it not be you. Their offer may seem juicy but then so is every short cut to success. It will only leave you with tales of woes at the end of the day. With the current mode of examination and some other changes JAMB has made, the possibility of succeeding with EXPO has been drastically reduced.

So get that option off your mind and take the surest pathway to success which remains hard work, discipline and determination.

4. Do Not Forget the G Factor:The G factor here is GOD. You cannot be prepared to the extent that God is no longer relevant. There are things beyond human control. What if you happen to break down with fever on the day of your examination? What after writing well and you never get to see your result for no sensible reason? This is where you need God to work for you.
This explains the importance of prayer. Prayer does not only change things, it positions you to confront all things.

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JAMB Extends Deadline For 2016 UTME Registration

This is to inform members of the public in particular candidate intending to register for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination that the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board( JAMB ) has extended the deadline for the registration of 2016/2017 UTME.

9ja school gist learnt that the new deadline for registration is now Sunday, January 31, 2016.

We hereby announce to all potential JAMB candidates who are yet to register for the 2016 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination that the new closing date for registration is Sunday, January 31, 2016.

All candidates who are still interested in taking the UTME are to get their forms and register before Sunday, January 31, 2016.

NYSC Corps Members "Allowee" Increament Bill Passes 3rd Reading at House of Rep

The House of Representatives, yesterday passed for third reading a Bill for an Act seeking to amend the National Youth Service Corps Act 2004 which will bring about an increment in the allowance earned by Corps members in the country.
The Bill which also seeks to provide mandatory life insurance to Corps members was sponsored by Hon Joan Mrakpor, of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, from Delta State. It was unanimously adopted by members.
Passage of the Bill would enable corps members who have acquired special business skill from the Service to have access to loan.
Mrakpor, while calling on his colleagues to support the passage of the bill, said the essence of the Bill’s amendment was to ensure that the aim of the NYSC scheme was not defeated and it would reduce the number of graduates relying on white collar jobs in the country.
Following its passage, the House referred the Bill to the adhoc committee on constitution review for further legislative input.
I wonder how much the new allowee will cost...