*JUST IN: NECO plans to conduct CBT-based exam for Nov-Dec SSCE*

The Registrar and Chief Executive, National Examination Council (NECO), Prof. Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, has said that the body is ready to conduct a Computer-Based Test (CBT) for the November/December Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) for private students.

Wushishi, who stressed the need for an awareness campaign to get stakeholders on board the new approach to SSCE examinations, added that NECO had been carrying out the campaign in town hall meetings with stakeholders across the states on the need for CBT.

The Registrar, while speaking during the Education Writers’ Association of Nigeria (EWAN) dialogue series with the theme: “CBT for SSCE: Is Nigeria Ready?” held virtually, disclosed that there were more than 2,000 CBT centres across the country, aside from National Open University CBT centres in all the states and some local councils.

He added that NECO is also mapping out schools to match with available CBT centres so that they could determine the nearest distance to CBT centres or vice versa.

Director of Senior Secondary Education, Hajia Binta Abdulkadir, in her remark, said the examination bodies, which include the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), have all it takes to conduct CBT exams

She disclosed that a committee called Improvement of Public Examinations in Nigeria, headed by Registrar, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede is working on such issues and will deliver the report soon.

Abdulkadir, who gave the assurance that examination bodies and the ministry would look inward to commence the new approach, however, stressed the need to punish the culprits sabotaging examinations in the country, noting that the government should resuscitate punitive laws on exam malpractices if they are dead.

However, participants at the meeting shared varying views.

A participant, Dr Adunola Osoba, suggested that CBT centres should be done in phases, saying: “It is achievable. Massive sensitisation should be done for stakeholders, especially the candidates.”

Another participant, AbdulRasheed Rabana, said Nigeria could not go CBT without her mode of examination conduct, saying: “Imagine if we conduct practical, oral examination, and essay examination? The only examination that is adaptable to CBT is our multiple-choice examination.”

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*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 03/06/2025*

Eid-el-Kabir: FG declares Friday, Monday public holidays

Over 450,000 Nigerians jostle for 10,000 FG jobs

Judiciary workers strike grounds courts

Mokwa flood: Over 1,000 people still missing, 200 bodies recovered – Niger govt

43 Killed As Benue Boils Again

Zamfara mourns as another airstrike kills vigilantes

Delta: Security agents open fire on residents protesting ceaseless kidnappings

No going back on June 12 protest – Take-It-Back Movement

Speed Darlington seeks rescheduling of NAPTIP appearance over viral video

Davido reunites with ex-partner for daughter’s 10th birthday party

Meta shareholders reject bid to add bitcoin to company treasury

Trump ‘open’ to meeting leaders of Ukraine, Russia to push ceasefire

Nurses lead as 60,000 Nigerians abroad join NiDCOM portal

Three Nigerians bag 15 years jail for fraud in India

Primary school leavers in Borno, Adamawa, Yobe can’t read – UNICEF


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*DID YOU KNOW?*

* The famous Nok terracotta sculptures were first discovered in Taruga, Kaduna, in 1928 by Colonel Dent Young, a tin miner. Bernard Fagg, an archaeologist, later discovered more sculptures in 1940 and named them “Nok” because of the location where the sculptures were found.

* The National Association of Baseball players was established on January 22, 1857 in New York. Often abbreviated to NABBP, it was the first organization to govern American baseball.
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We ‘ll move Nigeria from cocoa production to processing – Shettima

Leakages, compromises, logistics challenges caused late night examination, WAEC tells Reps

Boko Haram fuelled by political elite to destabilise Tinubu – Kalu


Gwandu Emirate Tussle: Supreme Court sets June 4 for judgment

Midnight Exams: WAEC faces N100bn lawsuit

Osun Court remands man for allegedly killing his mother

NAF strikes kill 20 terrorists, destroy 21 motorcycles

Why we’re establishing special operations command in Makurdi, CNS explains

NDLEA official, passerby electrocuted in Rivers community

Nigeria gets over $50bn foreign investments through Tinubu’s diplomatic drive — Presidency

Presidency moves to settle N2tn power debt

FG estimates N880bn yearly for road maintenance

N70bn raised through PPP to tackle housing deficit – Minister

FG opens sale of short-term bonds

NiMet predicts heavy rainfall in Kaduna, Plateau, others

175 new CNG stations coming, says PCNGI boss

FG unveils single-digit mortgage scheme for civil servants

Nestlé, FG to boost milk production, train farmers

Over 2,700 Nigerians Missed Hajj Due To Late Payment – NAHCON

I’m taking bold steps to revitalise Abuja – Wike

Allow polytechnics to award degrees, NAPS urges Tinubu, NASS

Port terminal gives scholarship to 146 varsity, poly students

Kano varsity students protest fee hike

SSCE: Stakeholders disagree with WAEC, NECO on use of CBT

Foundation facilitates antenatal access to 50,000 Bauchi, Sokoto, Kano women

Fidelity Bank gets Fitch upgrade to A+(nga)

Shell loads first crude from new Nigerian terminal

Low taxation responsible for cheaper Nigerian fuel — Major marketers

Peter Obi visits Niger flood victims, donates N20m

Atiku, Amaechi, El-Rufai desperately united for power – APC

2027: Wike’s Tinubu endorsement sparks opposition firestorm

Tonto Dikeh attends Tinubu’s mid-term celebratory dinner

Niger gov’s wife visits flood victims, donates N50m

Makinde reappoints Aderibigbe, others into civil service commission, advisory council

Oborevwori moves against age falsification by civil servants

Delta gov threatens to sack underperforming commissioners

Ododo approves N50m monthly gratuity for LG pensioners

CJ donates skills acquisition materials to Gombe inmates

Flooding: Osun threatens to demolish illegal structures along waterways, rivers

Enugu orders disco to refund 20,000 customers for over-billing

Kogi pays off N98.8bn debt in 15 months, says commissioner

Katsina unveils new guidelines for private, community schools

Abia warns residents over outbreak of diphtheria in Imo

LASG launches 80 million clean cookstoves project

Lagos to support agric entrepreneurs with N150m grant

Kano declares Eid-el-Kabir break for schools

Oyo seals collapsed Ibadan restaurant, launches investigation

Oyo reviews fines for traffic offenders

Pastor Ibiyeomie warns bloggers, threatens arrest over negative reports

Gunmen kill investor, kidnap wife in Imo

One dies as rival cults clash in Osun masquerade festival

Seized phone: Ondo school VP beaten by WASSCE candidate’s parents

Bauchi man arrested for alleged sexual abuse of stepdaughter

Scrap dealer jailed 12 years for sexually assaulting four-year-old

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*TODAY IN HISTORY*

* On this day in 1492, Martin Behaim presented the world’s first globe. The German geographer called his terrestrial globe Erdapfel, or Earth Apple. It is kept in a darkened room at the Germanisches Nationalmuseum in Nuremberg, Germany.

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It is important to recognize the small successes. – Rafael Nadal

Good morning




*Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com, +234-8122200446*

*Introduction:*

*Ancient people* recognized the *Rainbow* as a sign of peace and of harmony . The ancient Hebrews recognized it as a sign given by the Creator that he wants all living things to live and to flourish in peace and harmony; all clans, all tribes, all colors, all faiths, all nations. That between us there should be no division but mutual respect and appreciation 👏🏻 of one another's gifts as well as of our differences. In this way we enrich one another by reflecting to one another the beauty and magnificence of the Creator....

"When the Rainbow appears in the clouds I will remember the everlasting promise
between me and all living beings on Earth ."

💁🏻‍♀️ Once upon a time, all the colors in the world started to quarrel; each claimed that they were the best 🫶, the most important , the most useful 🫴, or the most favorite .

*Green * said, "Clearly I am the most important. I am the sign of life and hope. I was chosen for the grass , the trees and the leaves . Without me all the animals would die. Look out into the countryside and you will see that I am in the majority."

*Blue * interrupted, "You only think about the , but consider the sky and the sea . It is the Water that is the basis of life and this is drawn up by the clouds from the blue sea. The sky gives space, and peace and serenity. Without my peace you would all be nothing but busybodies."

*Yellow * chuckled: "You are all so serious. I bring laughter, gaiety and warmth into the . The is yellow, the is yellow, the stars are yellow. Every time you look at a the whole world starts to smile. Without me there would be no fun ."

*Orange * next started to blow its own trumpet, "I am the color of health and strength . I may be scarce but I am precious because I serve the inner needs of human life . I carry all the important vitamins. Think of the carrots, the pumpkins and the oranges . I don't hang around all the time, but when I fill the sky at sunrise , or give you a majestic , to admire, my beauty is so striking that no one ever gives another thought to any of you!"

*Red * could stand it no longer. Red shouted out, "I'm the ruler of you all. Blood, life's blood. I am the color of danger and bravery . I am willing to fight for a cause. I bring fire in the blood. Without me the would be as empty as the moon . I am the color of passion and of , the red , the poinsettia
and the poppy."

*Purple 🩷* rose up to its full height. He was very tall and spoke with great pomp: "I am the color of royalty and power . Kings🫅🏻, chiefs and bishops have chosen me, for I am the sign of authority and of wisdom. People do not question me. They listen and obey."

*Indigo * spoke more quietly than the others, but just as determinedly. "Think of me , I am the color of silence . You hardly notice me but without me you all become superficial. I represent thought and reflection, twilight and deep waters You need me for balance and contrast, for prayer 🙇🏻‍♀️and inner peace."

And so all the colors went on boasting, each convinced that they were the best. Their quarrelling grew louder and louder. Suddenly there was a startling flashof brilliant white lightning; thunder rolled and boomed out. The suddenly Rain
started to pour down relentlessly. The colors all crouched down in fear, drawing close to one another for comfort.

*Then Rain spoke:* "You foolish colors, fighting amongst yourselves, each trying to dominate the other. Did you not know that the Creator made you all, each for a special purpose, unique and different. The Creator loves you all, he wants you all. Join hands with one another and come with me. He will stretch you across the sky in a great bow of color as a reminder that He loves you all, that you can live together in peace , a promise that he is with you, a sign of hope for all for tomorrow ."

So whenever He uses a good Rain to wash the world He puts the Rainbow in the sky, and when we see it we should remember that He wants us all to appreciate 👏🏻, and live with, each other in peace and not try to fight and dominate 🤜🏻 everyone.

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*Some people wouldn't like hearing this FACT.... but fact can't be hidden. This is the major reason most people fail in the same business that others are succeeding in cos they come into that business with a poverty mindset*

"Desist from Claiming Mogaji Title!" – Olubadan Cautions Sarafadeen Olayiwola

His Imperial Majesty, Oba (Dr.) Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin (Ige Olakulehin I), the Olubadan of Ibadanland, has formally disclaimed Engineer Sarafadeen Abdulrasaq Adekunle Olayiwola, warning him to stop identifying as the Mogaji of Otepola Ibidapo Family, Moganna Compound, Isale Bode, Ibadan.

This directive was contained in an official press statement issued and signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Olubadan, Chief Ayoade Solomon Olugbemiga.

According to the statement, the Chieftaincy Screening and Dispute Resolution Committee, during its sitting on November 20, 2024, determined that the certificate allegedly possessed by Engineer Olayiwola was forged and, therefore, null and void.

Further investigations revealed that he was never properly installed by any recognized traditional authority. Moreover, during the Olubadan-in-Council meeting held on Monday, May 19, 2025, multiple allegations of misconduct and grave impropriety were raised against him.

In view of these revelations, the Olubadan has ordered Engineer Sarafadeen Olayiwola to immediately desist from parading himself as Mogaji of the Otepola Ibidapo Family.

The monarch sternly warned that any further attempt to falsely assume the title will attract strict sanctions and possible legal prosecution.

#Freshvoice

BREAKING: FG Declares Two-Day Public Holidays

The Federal Government has declared Friday June 6 and Monday June 9 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government. He congratulated all Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on the occasion.

He called on the Muslim Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and faith as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him) and to also use the period to pray for a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria.

The Minister in a statement by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Dr Magdalene Ajani, assured Nigerians, the people-oriented reforms and initiatives carried out, in furtherance of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu’s Administration, is to restore Nigeria on the path of progress.

While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the Minister urged all Nigerians to join hands with the present administration in its efforts to restore the glory of Nigeria as a great nation.

PRESS STATEMENT

FG DECLARES 6TH, 9TH JUNE, 2025 PUBLIC HOLIDAYS TO MARK EID-UL-ADHA CELEBRATION

The Federal Government has declared Friday 6th, and Monday 9th June, 2025 as public holidays to mark this year’s Eid-ul-Adha celebration.

The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who made the declaration on behalf of the Federal Government, congratulated all Muslim Ummah both at home and in the Diaspora on this occasion.

He called on the Muslim Ummah to continue to imbibe the spirit of sacrifice and faith as exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (Peace be upon Him) and to also use the period to pray for a peaceful and prosperous Nigeria.

The Minister assured Nigerians, that the people-oriented reforms and initiatives carried out, in furtherance of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu's Administration, is to restore Nigeria on the path of progress.

While wishing the Muslim Ummah a happy Eid-ul- Adha celebration, the Minister urged all Nigerians to join hands with the present administration in its efforts to restore the glory of Nigeria as a great nation.

Signed:

Dr. Magdalene Ajani
Permanent Secretary

2nd June, 2025

Have you ever head of the 97% and 3% theory?
This theory explains how people react to the various elements in the economy.


1 *MONEY*
97% are looking for ways to spend their money while 3% are looking for ways to invest their money.

2 *JOBS*
97% think a better job will make them rich while 3% know that investing is what makes you rich.

3 *RISKS*
97% avoid risks because they think about failure.
While 3% know that the greatest successes are the fruits of the greatest risks.

4, *PROBLEMS*
97% try to avoid problems While 3% see the problem as an opportunity to win.

5, *PREPARATION*
97% are getting ready for today.
While 3% are getting ready for tomorrow.

6, *TIME*
97% are wasting their time
While 3% see time as their most valuable asset.

7, *FEAR*
97% are always afraid of losing money while 3% know that if they don't lose money, they can't be wiser, smarter and stronger.

*The world trains us to be in the 97%. But each of us has the choice of being with the majority (97%) or with the minority (3%).*

WHICH PERCENTAGE BRACKET DO YOU BELONG TO?‍

PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU AND POLITICS OF LAGOS GOVERNORS

There Is no gain saying that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is the architect of modern Lagos

Even if his supporters disagree with me , President Tinubu never had the best of relationships with all the people that he picked as Lagos State Governors

He did everything possible to stop Babatunde Raji Fashola from getting a second term. It was a fierced battle but against all odds BRF succeeded

He was opposed to BRF's nomination as a Minister but Muhammadu Buhari stood his ground Spy Nigeria recalls.

He fell out with Akinwumi Ambode and stopped his second term bid

Babajide Sanwo-Olu was smart enough, he remained a " good boy " , did his biddings inorder to also get a second term

If what is happening between them now happened during his first term , he would have kicked his second term good bye

It is also on records that Tinubu’s two deputies when he was Governor were impeached after they fell out with him

1. Kofo Bucknor
2. Femi Pedro

The question i am asking , Is the problem that of President Bola Tinubu or his loyalists ?

Chris Kehinde Nwandu is Executive Editor CKNNews

Have you ever head of the 97% and 3% theory?
This theory explains how people react to the various elements in the economy.


1 *MONEY*
97% are looking for ways to spend their money while 3% are looking for ways to invest their money.

2 *JOBS*
97% think a better job will make them rich while 3% know that investing is what makes you rich.

3 *RISKS*
97% avoid risks because they think about failure.
While 3% know that the greatest successes are the fruits of the greatest risks.

4, *PROBLEMS*
97% try to avoid problems While 3% see the problem as an opportunity to win.

5, *PREPARATION*
97% are getting ready for today.
While 3% are getting ready for tomorrow.

6, *TIME*
97% are wasting their time
While 3% see time as their most valuable asset.

7, *FEAR*
97% are always afraid of losing money while 3% know that if they don't lose money, they can't be wiser, smarter and stronger.

*The world trains us to be in the 97%. But each of us has the choice of being with the majority (97%) or with the minority (3%).*

WHICH PERCENTAGE BRACKET DO YOU BELONG TO?‍

*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 02/06/2025*

Mokwa flood: Death toll rises to 153

Nine feared killed in Borno bomb attack

NARD gives FG four weeks to address unresolved demands

Nigeria’s petrol price 55% below West African average – Dangote

Yusuf declares Monday public holiday in honour of Kano athletes

Super Falcons vs Cameroon friendly postponed again

Lagos to reintroduce monthly environmental sanitation exercise

Terrorists eyeing Nigeria, W’African coastline – US

Man sets self on fire in Algeria over alleged injustice

Dangote Refinery can meet region’s needs– ECOWAS President

Nigeria affected as Saudi Arabia suspends blockwork visa

S/Arabia To Translate Arafah Sermon In Hausa, Yoruba, Fulani, 34 Languages

Indian court jails Nigerian five years for illegal entry

‘No age is too late to achieve your academic dreams,’ says Patience Jonathan as she bags PHD

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*DID YOU KNOW?*

* The Arab Spring, a wave of anti-government protests in some North African and Middle East countries of Tunisia, Libya and Egypt began in Tunisia on December 18, 2010 following the self-immolation of a fruit seller, Mohamed Bouazizi, in protest of police corruption

* An ostrich’s eye is bigger than its brain
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National Single Window to boost trade efficiency — Tinubu

Judiciary workers give FG two-week ultimatum

Supreme Court, NJC, Federal High Court Withdraw From June 2 Strike

Defamation: Natasha to appear in court Tuesday

SERAP sues NNPCL over ‘missing’ N500bn oil funds

NAF raises personnel allowance by 100%

NDLEA intercepts Saudi-bound pilgrims with drugs

Grim toll: States move to evacuate flood zones

Debt burden: No sin in borrowing — Presidency

IOCs not exiting Nigeria, says Presidency

FG’s gas-powered vehicle scheme runs into major hitch nationwide

Fed Govt doesn’t want Nigerians to burden other countries, says Bagudu

FG Unveils Unified Writing Manual Public Service Communications

Seven banks’ reserves with CBN surge to N18.8tn

Opeifa: CNG will ensure sustainable future for railways

FG inaugurates planning committee for national industrial summit

FG plans 77,400 housing units nationwide

Pension funds hit N23tn as new scheme begins

FG unveils plan to boost local production of healthcare products

We won’t succumb to blackmail from our students, says NIPSS

Tinubu’s reforms will ease cost of living soon – Onanuga

Water shortage in Abuja: Wike says rehabilitation of treatment plants underway

Students hail Tinubu on stipend

ACF mourns victims of flood, road crash in Niger, Kano states

Some Igbo politicians may sell their conscience, but cannot sell Biafra — IPOB

Tinubu economic reforms causing rising poverty, says Afenifere faction

World Communication Day: Be agents of hope, Archbishop Martins charges journalists

Africa, M-East hold 85% of airlines’ blocked funds —IATA

NASD reaches N1.9tn in capitalisation

Crude oil theft has reduced significantly – Producers

BUA challenges Bala Usman to show how it violated concession agreement

22 firms get N16.1b in first tranche of N75b relief loan

N1.9tr oversubscribed Sukuk cash for refund

NEITI raises alarm on methane emissions

Oyebanji hails Promasidor over Ikun Milk Day launch

Recapitalisation: 3m jobs threatened if BDCs close, ABCON warns

NNPP chieftain links Kano athlete deaths to inadequate road infrastructure

I Told Tinubu I Won’t Vote For Him –Amaechi

Former minister resigns from APC

APC debunks Dalung’s claim of cabal in Tinubu’s govt

I’ll consult God on 2027 re-election, says Otti

NSF tragedy: Abiodun sends delegation to Kano, Donates N31m to families of late athletes

Oyebanji urges LGs to leverage autonomy for development

Uba Sani To Activists: Defend Democracy, Keep Politicians On Their Toes

Bauchi gov congratulates Patience Jonathan on doctorate

Sanwo-Olu launches 410m euro project to ease gridlock

Enugu gov moves girl rescued from ritualist to rehab facility

Borno speaker seeks military action as IED blast kills nine

Edo commences property owner profiling

E-call up system will decongest Lekki-Epe route – LASG

Withheld allocation: Osun taps project funds to pay LG workers
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Kano declares Sallah break for schools from Wednesday

Catholic shuts 15 Benue parishes over herders attacks

Lagos governor mourns Olu of Epe

Police hunt Yahoo boy after lover found dead in Bayelsa hotel

Three suspected cultists nabbed in Lagos, firearm recovered

Family seeks help to raise N18m for child’s heart surgery


*TODAY IN HISTORY*

* On this day in 1847, Felix Mendelssohn’s Wedding March was used at a wedding for the first time at the wedding of Dorothy Carew and Tom Daniel. The event that made the work world famous was the wedding of Victoria, Princess Royal and Prince Frederick William of Prussia in 1858.

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Don’t waste your pain; use it to help others. – Rick Warren

Good morning




*Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com, +234-8122200446*