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12 suspected cultists arrested in Edo State following the killing of a student near the University of Benin (UNIBEN).

The Edo State Special Security Squad has arrested 12 suspected cultists and sealed two apartments allegedly used for cult initiation following the killing of a student near the University of Benin (UNIBEN). The operation, led by the Chief Security Officer and Principal Security Officer to Governor Monday Okpebholo, targeted several hotspots in Benin…

FG mandates drug tests for secondary school students

The Federal Government has unveiled new measures to combat drug and substance abuse in secondary schools across Nigeria, including mandatory drug testing for students and temporary suspension for those who repeatedly test positive despite treatment and rehabilitation efforts. The measures are outlined in the National Implementation Guidelines Against Drug and Substance Use in Schools in…

Police, JAMB bust UTME malpractice syndicate in Delta

The Nigeria Police Force, working alongside the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has uncovered and dismantled a sophisticated examination malpractice syndicate during the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) at the College of Education in Warri, Delta State. The operation followed intelligence-driven investigations into attempts by criminal groups to compromise the examination process through…

Two candidates, parent arrested for falsifying UTME scores with AI — JAMB

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the arrest of two candidates and a parent over alleged falsification of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results using artificial intelligence and other digital tools. The board made this known on Friday, April 17, while releasing the results of 632,788 candidates who sat for…

University of Abuja Expels 28 Students Over Cultism, Death Threats, Exam Malpractice, and Drug-Related Offences

The Senate of the University of Abuja has approved the expulsion of 28 students over offences ranging from cult-related activities and examination malpractice to drug possession and threats to life. The decision was reached during the institution’s 191st Regular Senate Meeting after deliberations on a report submitted by the Student Disciplinary Committee. Acting Director of…

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