PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT ON EASING OF COVID-19 LOCKDOWN IN ANAMBRA STATE

(1) His Excellency, the Governor of Anambra state, Chief Willie Obiano has directed that civil and public servants in the state, including primary and secondary school teachers resume work on Monday, 4th of May, 2020.
Pupils and students should still remain at home and follow Anambra Teaching On Air through ABS radio, ABS TV and ABS online platforms.
(2) All workers in the state, and indeed all residents should procure protective face masks as this is now compulsory in Anambra State.
Workers and visitors will not be allowed access into the state secretariat and other government offices if they are not wearing face masks.
(3) All should always observe strict personal hygiene protocols such as washing of hands regularly for 20 seconds each time, use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers, maintenance of physical distancing guidelines of 6 feet between people, avoidance of hugs, kisses and hand shakes as stipulated by the World Health Organizations (WHO) and Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC).
(4) These protocols must be followed at public gatherings which should not exceed 30 persons.
(5) Places of worship should follow these strict personal hygiene protocols before and during worship, including compulsory wearing of face masks.
The places of worship should not sit more than 2 persons in a pier. The pier behind should be left vacant before sitting of congregants in another pier.
Religious services should not last long.
Vigils and other forms of religious night worship are not allowed this time.
Congregants should disperse immediately, and not wait around after religious service.
(6) Market places, restaurants, bars, bus stops and all other such public places must also observe the strict personal hygiene protocols.
(7) Families are encouraged to bury their loved ones as soon as death occurs. The burial should not involve more than 30 persons during which the guidelines on social distancing and wearing of face masks must be strictly observed.
(8) Ndi Igwe, Presidents General of Town Unions, Community Leaders and Law Enforcement Agencies are to ensure that the above guidelines are strictly complied with and enforced.

Announcer
Professor Solo Chukwulobelu
Secretary to Anambra State Government
Thursday, 30th April, 2020

Crescent University Post-UTME for 2020/2021 academic session has been announced. Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for admission into the Crescent University, Abeokuta (CUAB) undergraduate programmes for the 2020/2021 academic session. Cut-off mark is 160. See eligibility and other instructions below;

Available Undergraduate Programmes and their respective duration

S/N

Programmes Duration (years)

1.Computer Science 5

2.Computer Science/Economics 5

3.Computer Science/Statistics 5

4.Information Technology 5

5. Accounting 4

6. Banking and Finance 4

7. Business Administration 4

8. Economics with Operation Research 4

9.Political Science and International Relations 4

10. Mass Communication 4

11. Islamic Studies 4

12. Fisheries and Aquaculture 5

13. Microbiology 4

14. Biochemistry 4

15. Chemistry 4

16. Mathematics 4

17. Physics 4

18. Property and Commercial Law 5

19. Jurisprudence and International Law 5

20. Islamic Law 5

21.Architecture 4

23.Estate Management 5

24.Environmental and Water Resources 5

25.Urban and Regional Planning 5

General Admission Requirements.
UNIFIED TERTIARY MATRICULATION EXAMINATION (UTME)

those who chose CUAB (First or Second choice in JAMB) should apply
Interested candidates who did not make Crescent University Abeokuta their choice in JAMB but scored minimum acceptable marks of 160 and above can also apply, but must do change of institution to Crescent as first choice at any CBT centre.

All candidates must have five (5) O’Level credits in relevant subjects at not more than two sittings.
Credits at SSCE, GCE, NECO or approved equivalent in at least 5 subjects which must include English Language and Mathematics and any other three subjects as may be specified by each Department. CLICK HERE to View Departmental Requirements
The 5 credits should be obtained in not more than two sittings and must have been obtained within the last 5 years.
Candidates awaiting O’Level results can also apply.
All applicants will be required to go through Crescent University’s screening exercise without which a candidate will not be offered admission into the University.

Interested candidates who have applied to the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for admission and wish to change their first choice to Crescent University are required to: Apply for change of institution through JAMB.
Obtain the CRESCENT UNIVERSITY, ABEOKUTA application form.
Participate in the screening exercise.

All applicants are required to obtain JAMB forms as well as Crescent University application Form (VISIT E-PORTAL PAGE ) before they can qualify for the Screening exercise Admission through JAMB will be offered to candidates who have taken Crescent University as their choice and have acceptable score in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

In addition, such candidates will be required to obtain the University’s application Form (VISIT E-PORTAL PAGE) and pass the oral interview that shall be conducted as a prerequisite for admission.
Direct Entry Candidates:

NCE, OND and their approved equivalents in relevant field and at least the Upper Credit level in addition to O/L requirements stated above.
Two Advanced Level passes or its equivalents in relevant subjects in addition to O/L requirements stated above.
The Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) at acceptable grade levels;
In exceptional cases, holders of OND with lower credit from recognized institutions may be admitted to 200 level (part II) in relevant degree programmes, Provided they satisfy the minimum requirements stipulated for entry into 100 level.

HND with lower credit from recognized institutions may be admitted into 200 level in the relevant degree programmes provided they satisfy the minimum requirements stipulated for entry in 100 level.
Pass interview conducted by the University.
Transfer Candidates

Candidates will be allowed to transfer from other Universities to Crescent University, provided they:
Purchase, complete the prescribed Application Form (VISIT E-PORTAL PAGE https://www.crescent.edu.ng/)
Hold the minimum entry requirements for admission into the University. CLICK HEREhttp://crescent-university.edu.ng/Portals/0/cuabpdf/Admission_Requirements.pdf?ver=2015-11-03-003020-683 to View Entry Requirements
Ensure that transcript of their academic records and special confidential report on them (are forwarded by appropriate officials of their current institution) are received in the Admissions office of Crescent University not later than two months before the commencement of the intended session for which admission is being sought.
Have C.G.P.A. of not less than 1.5
How to Apply for Crescent University Post UTME
Visit http://www.crescent.edu.ng , click “PROSPECTIVE CANDIDATE ” menu.
1.Enter your details in the spaces provided and click “Continue “
2.Then log in with your email or application number.
3.Then go ahead and make your payment with your ATM card.
NOTE that after payment you can print out the form or fill it online.

After completing the registration stages, it is important to print your Registration form and Payment receipt.
If you have successfully paid, and wish to continue your registration stages later, you are free to do so.
Printed Registration forms must be submitted on or before the screening day with:
1.12 passport photographs,
2.photocopy of birth certificate,
3.letter of identification from your Local Government,
4.2 Reference letters and credentials.

The University of Ibadan (UI) has made provisions for some learning resources to keep all newly admitted students (100 level) for 2019/2020 session intellectually engaged during this period of the COVID-19 lockdown. We have also provided resources on general physical wellness. Please be free to explore.

The resources can be accessed. using the URL below (click on or copy & paste to a browser).

http://lms.ui.edu.ng/course/index.php?categoryid=36

SEE PROCEDURE HERE

The Academic Staff Union of the Universities (ASUU) has attacked the Minister for Education, Adamu Adamu, for directing the tertiary institutions across Nigeria to complete the remaining academic calendar via online teaching.
The union described the directive by the Minister as mere political gimmicks and lack of understanding of the situation in the sector he presides over.
Describing the Minister as not “properly educated”, the union stated that no institution in Nigeria has the facility to run an online lecturing system and that such a system entails more than computer vending and supplies.
The University lecturers stated that “Online learning is a type of E-learning that depends entirely on internet-based resources and support system. E-learning requires certain behavioural changes and regulatory adjustments in order to make it work for the learner. It cannot be established by mere Ministerial directive and bureaucratic fiat but through careful and detailed planning, funding and training by those involved. None of these has been done in Nigeria.

Rivers state university has notified all undergraduates of the institution that first semester examination shall commence online as from monday 11th may,2020

See here;

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is inviting suitably qualified candidates for admission into JSS1 of Air Force Military School (AFMS Jos and AFGMS Jos) for the 2020/2021 academic session.

Admission into Air Force Military School is through a competitive common entrance examination. The selection is based on merit and quota system.

This is to ensure high standard as well as good and equal representation of all states of the federation.

Entrance examination and selection interviews are conducted annually for 10 to 13 years old Nigerian children who signify their interest by obtaining admission forms usually sold around January of every year.

Transfer into Air Force Military School in whatever form is at present not allowed.

However, JAM may be allowed to withdraw from the school if there is strong reason to do so with the approval of the Nigerian Air Force Headquarters.

How to Obtain Nigerian Air Force Military School Forms.

The scratch cards are available at the cost of N1,500 each from Headquarters Nigerian Air Force (Directorate of Education), 106 NAF Camp Abuja, Nigerian Air Force Examination Office, Nigerian Air Force Base Abuja as well as Nigerian Air Force primary and secondary schools across the country

APPLY HERE
http://www.nafec.org.ng/pd/verify_pin_two.php
NOTE: Applicants are to note that application for admission into Air Force Secondary Schools will close on 25 March, 2020. The Entrance Examination dates for Air Force Secondary Schools is 4 April, 2020 16th May, 2020.

Visit http://www.nafec.org.ng/ to learn more.

The Presidency has made clarifications on school resumption following the gradual relaxation of the lockdown.

President Buhari had ordered a gradual relaxation of the lockdown starting from Monday next week but was silent on the reopening of schools.

However, Buhari’s spokesperson, Femi Adesina while featuring on TVC, said schools may re-open for those about to take exams.

Adesina said candidates about to take West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and other examinations may be allowed to go back to school.

“If you look at Germany, they gradually reduced their lockdown by opening the schools for those who have exams.

“Same may apply here as those who are to write WAEC and take examinations may be allowed to resume to take their exams.

“The Presidential Task Force will be the ones to decide on when to re-open,” Adesina said on Tuesday.

In what we have planned to be a series, the leadership of National Association of Ondo State Students (NAOSS) will now be working with Zonal Coordinators, across the Federation.

The need for this is hinged on our commitment to ensure doorstep delivery of quality welfare service to Ondo state students in the country.

The zonal coordinators will thus serve as intermediaries between the National leadership and Ondo State indigeneous students within their jurisdiction. They will also act as representatives of state coordinators within the zone.

After several consultations and scrutiny, our first announcement is the Zonal Coordinator of the North Central zone, Comrade Julius Opeyemi Kayode.

The North Cental zone covers Benue, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Niger and Plateau states, and the FCT.

Kayode Opeyemi Julius aka “B’shop d Emancipator” originates from Ifedore Local Government in Ondo State. He served as the Chief Judge of the Students Union in Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo where he also aimed for the apex student seat.

Kayode is currently the Ondo state and Southwest Coordinator of National Association of Nigerian Comrades (NANC).

The 2020 May/June NBC/NTC Examinations which was scheduled to commence from Monday 4th May, through Friday 5th June 2020 has been postponed INDEFINITELY, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. A new date for the examinations would be communicated to you in due course.

In taking this decision the Board recognizes that this is a challenging period globally and remains committed to the safety of our candidates, staff, and other critical stakeholders.

The National Business and Technical Examination Board (NABTEB) website and email address are fully functional and active to ensure that all services are not disrupted during this period of lockdown due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Applications are invited from suitable qualified candidates for admission into 12-months Past-Basic Diploma Programme in Paediatric and Accident & Emergency Nursing in the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), Port Harcourt, for 2020/2021 academic session.

UPTH Post-Basic Nursing Admission Requirements.

a) Applicants for admission into the programmes must possess the following: SSCE with 5 credits in not more than two sittings. These must include English Language, Mathematics, Biology (not Health Science) physics and chemistry. A combination of NECO and WAEC acceptable.

b) Registered Nurse/Midwife with a minimum of 1 year post qualification experience.

c) B.NSc with a PGDE is an added advantage.

Selection of candidates will be based on academic qualification and performance at the entrance examination and oral interview.

How to Apply for UPTH Post-Basic Nursing Admission.
Interested and qualified candidates should pay a non-refundable fee of N10,000:00 (Ten thousand naira) only to:

Sterling Bank (UPTH Branch) A/C No.: 0008832930 for Paediatric Programme and

Sterling Bank (UPTH Branch) A/C No.: 0029875947 for Accident & Emergency Programme

Present the teller to the School Bursar, for the issuance of an official receipt, and on presentation of evidence of such payment, obtain an application form from the Administration Office of the School of either Post Basic Paediatric Nursing or Post Basic Accident & Emergency Nursing, as the case may be.

Completed application forms, with photocopies of all relevant documents are to reach the Coordinator of the Programme of choice (Paediatric or Accident & Emergency), School of Post Basic Nursing Studies on or before Friday, 31st July 2020.

UPTH Post-Basic Nursing Admission – Entrance Exam/Interview Date.
Entrance Examination will hold in the SPBNS Auditorium as follows:

Wednesday, 26th August, 2020 for Paediatric Nursing Programme,
Thursday, 27th August, 2020 for Accident & Emergency Nursing Programme
TIME: 10:00am prompt each day

Applicants should bring along writing materials for the examination. Mobile phones are not allowed into the examination hall. Applicants are to bring along original copies of their certificates and valid practicing licenses for the interview.

Applicants are to make necessary arrangement for their accommodation and feeding throughout the duration of their interview.