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JAMB WITHHELD 3,000+ UTME RESULTS FOR EXAMINATION MALPRACTICES The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) resit for candidates affected by technical glitches at various centers. In a statement issued on Sunday morning by JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, the board confirmed that out of the 336,845 candidates who were rescheduled for the examination, a significant 21,082 candidates were absent. JAMB disclosed that it had identified cases of examination malpractice, leading to the withdrawal of results for over 3,000 candidates found to have engaged in fraudulent activities. The board flagged a disturbing trend involving “Pairing of Candidates with professional mercenaries (after willful disruption of sitting arrangements) who had registered for the UTME for the purpose of gaining access to the examination hall. JAMB expressed concern over the involvement of undergraduate students from tertiary institutions in orchestrating these illicit schemes, further complicating efforts to maintain exam integrity. “Over three thousand candidates nationwide have been identified as either accomplices or beneficiaries of this extraordinary examination fraud.As investigation progresses, all candidates implicated in these unwholesome activities will have their results withdrawn as soon as incontrovertible proofs are established, even if the results have been released,” the statement read. credit: MIKE-MEDIA

A STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF UTME RESULTS SINCE THE INCEPTION OF CBT IN 2013 The UTME results from 2013 to 2025 reveal a clear trend: students today are performing significantly better than their predecessors, challenging the claims of the millennial generation who often boasted about their academic achievements when they wrote JAMB.In 2025, out of 1,931,467 candidates, 17,025 scored 300 and above, a remarkable 0.888% of the total. Compare this to 2013, when no candidates achieved this feat out of 1,721,647 participants.Even in 2014, only 40 candidates (0.002%) scored 300 and above, a stark contrast to the consistent improvement seen in recent years.By 2023, 5,318 candidates (0.375%) scored 300 and above, and this number more than tripled to 17,025 by 2025.Looking at the 250 and above range, the progress is equally striking. In 2025, 117,373 candidates (6.08%) scored 250 and above, compared to just 4,380 (0.255%) in 2014 and a mere 5,085 (0.39%) in 2013.Even as far back as 2016, only 31,154 candidates (2.12%) reached this threshold, while in 2025, the percentage has tripled. The data for the 200 and above range further supports this trend: 565,988 candidates (29.3%) scored 200 and above in 2025, compared to 233,294 (14.1%) in 2014 and 188,536 (11.6%) in 2013. These numbers paint a clear picture: students nowadays are achieving higher scores in greater numbers, demonstrating that they are more intelligent and smarter than the millennial generation who wrote JAMB in the early 2010s. Millennials often claimed they performed better, but the data tells a different story. For instance, in 2013, 85.5% of candidates scored below 200, and this figure remained high at 85.9% in 2014. By contrast, in 2025, only 70.7% scored below 200, a significant drop, showing that more students are crossing into higher score brackets. Even in 2019, 73.9% scored below 200, compared to 70.7% in 2025, indicating a consistent upward trend in performance. This data underscores that today’s students are outperforming their millennial counterparts, debunking the myth that the older generation did better in their time. The numbers speak for themselves: the current generation is not only more capable but also better prepared, reflecting a marked improvement in educational outcomes over the years. credit: MIKE-MEDIA

OAU STUDENTS AID A NEW INNOVATION The Department of Chemistry at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) has launched the Smart Chemistry Project, an initiative aimed at revolutionizing science education and research while addressing real-world challenges. The project was officially introduced during the department’s first-ever alumni meeting and fundraising event, which gathered notable alumni, respected guests, and faculty members. Designed with advanced technology, the Smart Chemistry Project aspires to transform the department into a leading centre for scientific teaching, research, and innovation. In his welcome remarks, Professor Adeyinka Adesina, Dean of the Faculty of Science, emphasised the project’s significance. He highlighted that modern scientific education requires more than ever before—demanding advanced tools, interactive learning experiences, and instruction aligned with contemporary scientific and technological needs. “The Smart Chemistry Project is a response to these evolving demands,” he stated, “focusing on infrastructure development and empowering students to learn, innovate, and lead.”He stated that the project sought to empower students to address real-world challenges and drive national development through science and innovation by equipping laboratories with cutting-edge instruments, offering hands-on training, and promoting a culture of critical thinking and creativity. “For decades, the Department of Chemistry has been instrumental in training skilled scientists who have made significant contributions across academia, industry, government, and public service.”The Smart Chemistry Project represents an investment not just in infrastructure, but in enhancing students’ ability to learn, innovate, and lead. Through this initiative, the goal is to upgrade laboratories with advanced equipment, provide practical training for every student, and cultivate an academic environment where critical thinking and creativity thrive. “To truly foster innovation, students must receive training that sparks curiosity, deepens comprehension, and encourages effective problem-solving. A well-equipped laboratory is not a luxury — it’s essential. It serves as the proving ground where theories are tested, ideas take shape, and scientific discoveries emerge. “We firmly believe this initiative will not exist in isolation. As the Chemistry Department embraces this bold transformation, we hope the Smart Chemistry Project will inspire similar advancements in other departments and institutions across the country, generating a wave of educational renewal and scientific advancement,” he said.He highlighted that the project’s impact is expected to go beyond the Department of Chemistry, serving as a catalyst for similar transformations across other departments and institutions nationwide. He emphasized that the initiative has the potential to spark a ripple effect of educational reform and scientific advancement, ultimately contributing to a more innovative and self-sufficient Nigeria. Former Head of the Civil Service of the Federation, Professor Oladapo Afolabi, underscored the significance of the project, describing it as a groundbreaking initiative designed to transform the Chemistry Department into a center of excellence for advanced scientific teaching, research, and innovation. OAU Vice-Chancellor, Professor Adebayo Bamire, praised the project, calling it both timely and aligned with the university’s mission to uphold academic and research excellence. “We take great pride in our alumni,” he stated. “Their unwavering passion and commitment have provided support beyond what government alone can offer.” The launch of the Smart Chemistry Project signals a new chapter in scientific education and research at OAU. As the Department of Chemistry embraces this progressive move, it stands ready to shape the next generation of scientists and innovators, guided by a collective vision of innovation, growth, and excellence credit: MIKE-MEDIA