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UNILAG Sets Qualification Criteria As 2025 Undergraduate Admission Screening Begins

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4 months ago

July 27, 2025

The University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, has set qualification criteria for candidates who sat this year’s UTME and applied to the institution as their first choice to gain admission into its undergraduate courses.

The university noted that the registration for its post-UTME screening for eligible candidates would start on Monday, July 28 and end on Wednesday, August 20.

UNILAG is the second most preferred university in the country, according to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), which admission seekers want to attend after the Lagos State University, Ojo, the development that always makes its admission every year very competitive.

A statement issued on Friday by the university’s registrar, Mrs. Abosede Wickliffe, and made available by the institution’s spokesperson, Mrs. Adejoke Alaga-Ibrahim, highlighted the criteria that qualified candidates for the post-UTME screening and admission into the university.

According to her, eligible candidates must not only have made UNILG their first choice in the UTME and scored a minimum of 200 out of a possible 400 marks but must also possess at least five credit passes at one sitting in O/level subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, as relevant to their proposed courses of study.

“The candidates must have equally uploaded their O/Level results by Friday, September 12, 2025, and must be up to 16 years old by 30th September 2025, as any candidate below such age need not apply,” she added.

The registrar further stated that candidates who do not participate in the forthcoming post-UTME online aptitude test would not be considered for admission.

Additionally, she mentioned that while former students of the institution whose admissions were withdrawn based on poor academic performance or absence could reapply, but for fresh courses or programmes, those who were expelled from the university would not be given admission again.

Wickliffe, however, noted that all the registration details and procedures are available for candidates on the university’s website, even as she pointed out that the university has the right to withdraw the admission of any candidate found to have tested positive for drug use even after admission has been given.

She said, “UNILAG has zero tolerance for drug abuse.”

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Otuaro Felicitates Tompolo On Honorary Doctorate Award

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12 hours ago

December 2, 2025

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Administrator of the Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP), Dr Dennis Otuaro has congratulated High Chief Government Oweizide Ekpemupolo, popularly known as Tompolo, on the conferment of an Honorary Doctorate of Laws (LLD) by the E.K. Clark University.

Otuaro described the recognition as well-deserved and befitting, noting that Tompolo has, over the years, demonstrated uncommon commitment to the peace, progress, and stability of the Niger Delta and Nigeria at large.

According to him, Tompolo’s role in sustaining peace in the region, particularly through his steadfast support for dialogue, community engagement, and nonviolent approaches to conflict resolution, has made a significant contribution to national security and economic stability.

He further noted that, beyond his contributions to peacebuilding, Tompolo has demonstrated extraordinary compassion, philanthropy, and devotion to humanitarian causes.

He added that his investments in youth empowerment stand as clear evidence of a man whose heart is truly with his people.

“Tompolo’s good heart, generosity, and love for humanity distinguish him as a leader of rare character,” Otuaro said.

The PAP Administrator commended E.K. Clark University for identifying and honouring a personality whose impact continues to resonate across the Niger Delta and beyond.

He urged other institutions to emulate such gestures that celebrate individuals advancing society through selfless service.

Dr Otuaro prayed for God’s continued guidance, long life, and strength for High Chief Ekpemupolo as he continues to serve the Niger Delta and Nigeria with dignity, wisdom, and compassion.

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JUST IN: Defence Minister, Badaru Mohammed Resigns

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13 hours ago

December 1, 2025

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The Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru, has resigned his appointment with immediate effect.

His resignation was contained in a letter addressed to President Tinubu and dated December 1.

The Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, confirmed this on Monday.

The presidential spokesman said Abubakar resigned on health grounds.

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Police Deny Opening Recruitment Portal, Warn Nigerians Against Fake Adverts

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14 hours ago

December 1, 2025

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The Police Service Commission has debunked reports circulating on social media and several unofficial websites claiming that it has opened a portal for recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

The Commission described the publications as fake, warning that they were created by fraudsters seeking to deceive and exploit unsuspecting Nigerians.

In a statement published on its official website on Monday, the PSC said it had not commenced any recruitment exercise.

“The general public is hereby informed that these publications are fake and entirely misleading.

“They are the handiwork of fraudsters attempting to exploit innocent citizens,” the Commission said.

It added that no recruitment portal had been opened by the Commission.

“There is currently no ongoing recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force.

“The Police Service Commission has not opened any portal for such an exercise,” the statement added.

The PSC stressed that whenever recruitment begins, the announcement will be made strictly through authorised platforms.

According to the statement, official channels include advertisements in reputable national newspapers, announcements posted on the Commission’s verified website (www.psc.gov.ng), and formal press releases.

“We urge Nigerians to rely only on information published through these official channels.

“Any recruitment portal not listed on our website is fraudulent and should be reported to the police,” the commission said.

The PSC advised the public to ignore the fake recruitment claims to avoid falling victim to scams.

The PUNCH had reported that the Police Service Commission has cautioned Nigerians seeking a career in the Nigeria Police Force to beware of fake recruitment adverts circulating online, insisting that it has not yet commenced the 2025 recruitment exercise.