WAEC release WASSCE results; 26,434 students’ results withheld

The West African Examination Council (WAEC) announced the release of the 2019 results for the West African Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

The council indicated that the entire results of some 26,434 students candidates have been withheld pending the conclusion of investigations into various cases of examination malpractice detected during and after the conduct of the examination.

In a statement signed by Mrs Agnes Teye-Cudjoe, Head of Public Affairs for the Head of National Office, the council warned that the withheld results will be canceled if found culpable, or released if otherwise.

Below is the full statement:

RELEASE OF PROVISIONAL RESULTS FOR THE WEST AFRICAN SENIOR SCHOOL
CERTIFICATE EXAMINATION (WASSCE) FOR SCHOOL CANDIDATES. 2019

The West African Examinations Council wishes to inform its numerous publics that it has
released provisional results of candidates, who took the West African Senior School
Certificate Examination for School Candidates, 2019.

The Council will despatch the results to the schools and candidates are advised to contact their heads of school for their results.

Meanwhile, the Council has hosted the results online and candidates who so desire may access their results at the Council’s website.

The Council is alerting members of the public especially candidates to be wary of impostors, who promise to change examination results for a fee. Candidates are to note that all WAEC results are well secured and can be authenticated. Persons with forged results will be exposed.

STATISTICS
A total of 316,999 candidates entered for the examination. This figure is 9.6% higher than the 2017 candidature of 289,207. The 2019 entry figure was made up of 158,550 (50.02 %) males and 158,449 (49.98%) females. The examination was conducted for 946 participating schools.

A total of 1,378 (0.43%) of the candidates who registered were absent from the examination.

The performance of the candidates in regard to the four core subjects are as follows:

• English Language 147,232 {46.79%) obtained A1-C6; 99,402 (31.60%)
obtained D7-E8 while 68,002 (21.61%) had F9;

• Mathematics (Core): 120,519 (38.33%) obtained A1-C6; 94,607(30.09%)
obtained D7-E8 while 99,275 (31.58%) had F9;

• Integrated Science: 158,691 (50.52%) obtained A1-C6; 109,069(34.72%)
obtained D7-E8 whilst 46,367 (14.76%) had F9;

• Social Studies: 230,141 (73.27%) obtained A1-C6; 46,464 (14.79%) obtained D7-
E8 whilst 37,494 (11.94%) had Based on the provisional results, the performance at Al- C6 in Social Studies showed a marked improvement over that of 2017 (52.25% to 73.27%), while Integrated Science recorded a slight improvement (43.66% to 50.52%).

On the contrary, Mathematics (Core) showed a drop in performance from 2017 (42.73% to 38.33%). Similarly, there was a drop in the performance in English Language (54.06% to 46.79%).

MALPRACTICE

The entire results of 26,434 candidates have been withheld pending the conclusion of investigations into various cases of examination malpractice detected during and after the conduct of the examination.

The withheld results of candidates will be cancelled if found culpable, or released if otherwise.

MAPOLY must stay, Students cry out. Warn against Politicisation of MAPOLY, MAUSTECH

Students of Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta have advised members of the public against politicising matters that are related to the existence of their institution and the Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, MAUSTECH.

The Students gave the the warning in a press conference done by the Students Union President, Comrade Samson Omoniyi and the Public Relations Officer, Comrade Johnson Idowu.

The students expressed their displeasure on the recent position of a group of Egba people, which they described as an attempt to politicise the good intention of the State government.

They recalled that the polytechnic has been in a state of comatose before the incumbent Governor brought live back to the 40-year old institution.

“The plan by the Governor to restore and retain MAPOLY is the best decision and greatest height of fairness by the Governor who has proven to be just in his approach to issues that affect the generality of the state”. The statement read

According to the statement ” It is so saddening that a group that has failed to lend a voice when the creation and conversion of these institution was in mess now clamour for the retaining of MAUSTECH at the expense of 40-years old MAPOLY”.

The Students who lamented the brouhaha they suffered during the conversion process, commended Governor Abiodun for responding swiftly to educational issues in the state.

2019 Hajj: 13,107 intending pilgrims

NAHCON Chairman, Alhaji Abdullahi Muhammad

By Dada Ahmed

The flight of pilgrims from Nigeria to Saudi Arabia for the 2019 Hajj entered its eleventh day on Saturday with 13,107 already in Madinah for the yearly religious exercise.

A statement from the Command and Control Centre of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (HAHCON), disclosed that 27 flights had been carried out in the exercise so far.

The commission said the exercise continued on Saturday with Medview VM 1035 aircraft leaving Kaduna at 4.38 a.m to Jeddah with 428 pilgrims on board.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Madinah reports that Kano, Katsina and Lagos states whose pilgrims have completed their religious rites in Madinah have been transported to Makkah.

This is to enable such pilgrims commence another series of rites toward attaining hajj.

AfCFTA: Institute urges FG to expand consultation base

Forum wants Buhari to sign Electoral Act amendment — President Muhammadu Buhari

By Emmanuel Oloniruha

Chartered Institute of Financial and Investment Analysts, Nigeria (CIFIAN) has advised Federal Government to expand its base of consultation on the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) that it recently signed.

CIFIAN, a professional and examination body, also advised federal government to expand membership of trade groups to other professional bodies for purposeful exploration of diverse views and positions in national interest.

Mr Chris Kaka, a lecturer with CIFIAN, gave the advice on Friday in Abuja, while reading the institution’s press statement entitled “Endorsement of AfCFTA and its Direct Implications on Nigeria Investment Environment.”

Kaka commended President Muhammadu Buhari for the political leadership provided in the national approach to trade agreements negotiations and for initialing the AfCFTA only after an extensive consultation with domestic stakeholders.

He said the action signaled government’s political commitment to move Nigeria towards economic integration.

Kaka said that contrary to public reservation on government decision to enter into the AfCFTA negotiations, CIFIAN fully supported the step taken by the federal government.

He said that Nigeria’s failure to enter into the negotiations would confront the country with the task of rigorous bilateral negotiations with each African Union (AU) Member State.

He said that though AfCFTA was not a total and immediate liberalisation of the domestic economy, it was a structured liberalisation with clauses for protection of products sensitive to rural and national development.

“Without a doubt the AfCFTA of trade liberalisation presents risk for domestic economy. It however must be understood that all trade agreements hold both potential and risk.

“It is incumbent on negotiators either as individual member states or as part of Regional Economic Community (REC) to minimise the risk as negotiation progresses.

“The AfCFTA presents opportunities for expansion of existing market, entrance into new markets frontier, technology transfer, employment generation, expansion of investment etc,” he said.

Kaka added that while CIFIAN commended FG for signing the agreement, there were issues still needed to be worked on, as Nigeria continued in consultation, articulation and finalisation of positions.

He said that beyond entering into the rounds of negotiations of the protocol, it was important for Nigeria to avoid pitfall in negotiation outcome that could compromise and undermine the intent of the agreement for member states.

“It is imperative for Nigeria to enter into the rounds of negotiations with a view to minimising the impact of the eminent losses and challenges that are bound to emerge from the deal.

“We should at the same time be maximising the opportunities of wider cross-boarder trade and market, job opportunities, technology transfer etc taking into consideration the macroeconomic development agenda objectives of the country,” he said.

Kaka also called on local and continental financial institutions such as the African Development Bank (AfDB) the Africa Export and Import Bank (Afrexirnbank) to design special credit facilities packages for both local companies and member states government.

This, according to him, was necessary to developing infrastructure that would boost production and reduce cost of operations.

“CIFIAN calls for increased enlightenment of the legislature for effective oversight on Nigeria’s participation in the negotiation of AfCFTA and other similar trade agreements for their effective performance of oversight functions.

“CIFIAN call on government to urgently improve the investment climate and reduce the cost of doing business – not only for large multinational and pan-African companies, but also for SMES and the informal sector.

“This is required for effective utilisation of emerging and existing opportunities in order to achieve economic’ development, and growth.” he added.

Source: NAN

IJEBU REGBEREGBE: CAC Registers Egbe Obayori Okunrin Akile Ijebu "Kuye".

The Egbe Obayori Okunrin Akile Ijebu “Kuye” under the leadership of Alhaji Suraju Lasisi has been registered by the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC).

In a press statement release on Monday, July 8, Comrade Akeem Temitope Akilo, the publicity secretary of the egbe, said egbe Obayori Okunrin Akile Ijebu “Kuye” Foundation was registered as a Non Governmental Organization (NGO), set up for the common good of members of the egbe, community and the good people of Ijebu nation, it was received with applause.

Comrade Akilo quoted Alhaji Suraju Lasisi, the Giwa egbe, as saying that the purpose of the registration with the federal government is to set a standard, to enhanced the reputation and prestige of the egbe, as well as to formulate policies aimed at engaging major stakeholders and the public. The egbe’s incorporation suggest that it has permanence and is committed to effective and responsible management.

The certificate of incorporation was unveiled by the Iya Egbe Obayori Okunrin Akile Ijebu “Kuye”, Chief (Mrs) Morounkeji Atoyegbe on Sunday, July 7 at her residence in Lagos.

Recall that Chief (Mrs) Morounkeji Atoyegbe on Sunday, July 7, hosted the entire members of Egbe Obayori Okunrin Akile Ijebu “Kuye” to a get-together at her residence in Ogudu, Ojota, Lagos.

Chief Atoyegbe, her husband, the wife of the Baba Egbe who represented her husband, Hon. (Barr.) Ademorin Aliu Kuye, the Akeweje Obirin, Alhaja Suliat Kasumu (Malo) and Alhaja Fausiyyat Sekoni were among the guests at the get-together event.

Members of her business community in the fabric and textile industry in attendance of the get-together included Alhaja Basirat Sobajo, Alhaja Folasade (Fashad-Shine Shine Baby), Alhaja Tawakalt Ajadi, among others.

BUS FROM IJEBU ODE TO LAGOS CRASHES IN OSOSA RIVER

A total of 14 people comprising(5male adult and 9Female adult ) were involved in the fatal crash.

The people injured were 11 (5 male and 6 female)

A total of 3 people died in the crash made up of 01 Male and 02Female

The lone crash involved a yellow coloured MAZDA

E220 commercial bus

The suspected cause of the crash is mechanical deficiency with the bus that took off from Ijebu Ode Motor park for Lagos , but lost control and plugged into the Ososa River in Ijebu Ode

The injured victims were rescued to the General Hospital Ijebu Ode, and the corpses of the dead victims were deposited at the same Ijebu Ode General Hospital Mortuary.

Efforts are currently on going to remove the Mazda bus from the river.

The FRSC Sector Commander , Clement Oladele has commisorated with the families of the crash victims and advised vehicle operators to put their Vehicles in good condition before any trip and be cautious during the raining season to avoid road traffic crashes.

YAN NASARAWA STATE CHAPTER PARTNERS NASARAWA STATE GOVERNMENT FOR THE ACTUALIZATION OF THE NEXT LEVEL AGENDA IN THE STATE

The role of youth in the socio-economic growth and development of every State cannot be overemphasized. The youths are indeed the backbone of ANY progressive-minded Society. Not forgetting the fact that the youth constitute 70 per cent of the entire population of the country. It implies that government policies and programs that doesn’t capture the place of youth, that government is indeed heading to doom.

Fortunately for the youths in Nasarawa State, we have a place in the present administration of Engr Abdullahi A Sule as demonstrated in his appointments where the youth have taken the center stage in strategic government establishments in the 1-Month stewardship of the governor.

It is on this premise that the leadership of Youth Assembly of Nigeria under the stewardship of Rt. Hon. Engr Muhammed Sidi Sani paid a familiarization visit to Hon Kwanta Yakubu, SSA to the Governor on Youth and NGOs in his office located at the Government House, Lafia.

During the visit, the State Speaker, Engr Sidi used the medium to formally congratulate the SSA via his appointment and pledged to partner with the State Govt to promote youthful programs and activities for the betterment of the youth constituency.

In his remarks, the YAN National Deputy Speaker, His Youthfulness, Rt. Hon. Shuaibu Sani who was part of the delegation commended the State Government for hitting the ground running with laudable blueprints geared towards consolidating on the achievements of the previous administration anchored on the SEEING IS BELIEVING mantra which is gradually taking shape with the EXCEEDING ALL EXPECTATIONS mantra of the present administration of Engr A. A. Sule.

In his response, Hon Kwanta thanked the high powered delegation for the historic visit. He assured the Assembly of his resolve to partner with his constituents to contribute judiciously to success of Engr Sule’s led administration. That the government operates an open door policy, hence his doors are always open to suggestions, observations and constructive criticisms to better the lots of the people of the State.

The session had in attendance the newly appointed Special Assistant on ICT to the State Government, Hon Maryam Gajere Muhammad who is equally the Director of ICT, YAN, Nasarawa State Chapter. Also in attendance was Comr Abubakar Usman Yamani, Personal Assistant to the Governor on Students Affairs and other principal officers and staffers of the Assembly accordingly.

Peace restored at the Ogun State NURTW as Transport Unions Committee resolves crises ,confirms Iyeru as State Acting Chairman

The transport Unions Committee set up by the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in fulfilling its assignment has restored peace to the lingering crisis among the Stakeholders of the National Union of Road Transport Workers(NURTW)

The parley led by the National President of NURTW, Alhaji Usman Nojeem Yaseen, was held in Abeokuta on Tuesday among the Stakeholders from both the National and State leadership of the Union and agreed that Alhaji Akeem Bodunrin (Iyeru) becomes the Acting State Chairman while the immediate past Chairman, Alhaji Akeem Adeosun popularly called JANGO moves to the National Secretariat as the National Trustee

Therefore, Alhaji Akeem Bodunrin popularly called IYERU will henceforth control the affairs of the NURTW pending the time substantive election will be held to fill all the available offices.

This move was to foster unity among the Stakeholders and ensure security of lives and properties at our parks, garages and the State in general.

Stakeholders present at the parley are Alhaji Bankole Akeem (Alameda), Keshinro Monsuru(Sir Kesh), Yusuf Murtala among others.

Martins Score Again As MFM Walloos Pampasa FC 5-1 In Lagos.

By Adeyemi Obadimu

The new mountain of fire feeder’s team player Adetoro Olakinka popularly called (MARTINS) is agains on point as MFC beats Lampasa Fc 5 – 1.

Lagos 2019 TREM competition started few days ago with wonderful performance from MFM feeders team in their first match encounter.

MFC scored the early goal through a wonderful strike from Patrick in 7th minute of the game and double it in 15th minute, Abu scored the 3rd goal before the half time.

The goal machine Adetoro Olakinka came in 75th minute and score a world class goal in just 4minutes, Martins who scored brace in their last friendly match to give the team victory on Wednesday, has done it again today at surulere stadium.

According to him, ‘I Promise my fans to give them my best any time i am call upon to play, he noted let me used this opportunity to thank my coach Olamilekan Gabriel for given me the opportunity to proved myself since my arrival.

He promised to deliver and score more goals for the team during his stay at the club. He also thanked the management for their welfarism and hospitality given to the players.

Old memories: Orile Ilugun Comprehensive High School Old Students ’01 set re-united after eighteen years

The 2001 set of Orile Ilugun Comprehensive High School Old Students Association met today at Fajol in Hotel in Abeokuta after eighteen years of graduating from Orile Ilugun Comprehensive High School.

Mrs. Seun Oludiya who is the Deputy President while welcoming the old students said:

“ORILE-ILUGUN COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL

The school was founded in year 1979 and located in Orile-Ilugun from where the name was coined with the Moto: Education is light. And indeed education has been light to the town- Orile-Ilugun and its environs. The school has undergone so many tremendous transformation since inception ranging from number of buildings in the school to number of teachers in the school handling various subjects.

Having finished from the school about eighteen (18) years ago 2001 to be precise, the set deemed it necessary to come together and give back to the school and teachers that made us who are today.

The idea of coming together to form an Old Student Association (2001 SET) was concieved about two (2) months ago and the idea was immediately worked upon through concerted effort of contacting all the student of 2001 set through various social media we have today. Since then, several virtual meetings had been held on the platform created on WhatsApp (OICHS LIKEMINDS). It was from one of the meeting held on the platform that we decided to have a physical meeting which is what we are witnessing today being the 29th day of June, 2019 at Fajol Hotels.

Having a handful number of representation today being the maiden physical meeting shows that the future is bright and promising for the association. Let’s keep the fire burning and lend a hand of support to the upcoming generation of O.I.C.H.S.

The Lord in His infinite mercy shall see us all through our various endeavour and continually bless us all to be able to do more for our Alma Mater.

Long live Nigeria!

Long live Ogun State!!

Long live O.I.C.H.S!!!”

OICHSOSA (Orile Ilugun Comprehensive High School Old Students Association) ’01 set’s maiden physical reunion were attended by old students who mostly have never seen each other physically for the past eighteen years.

Old memories of how things were done during their days in school (positive and negative) were shared by the Old Students Association members present.

The reasons why the reunion was organised were stated and delibrated on to chart the way forward, the reasons include:

i. Networking among members

ii. Projects for the school (long term and short term)

iii. Liasing with the general old students Association of Orile Ilugun Comprehensive High School.

At the end of the reunion, reunion cake was cut and gifts were shared to show love and affection for the 2001 set Orile Ilugun Comprehensive High School Old Students Association.