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Atiku Abubakar Decries Kidnapping of Students and Staff During NECO Exams in Kogi
Atiku Abubakar has condemned the recent abduction of students and staff in Kogi State, labeling the incident a symptom of the federal government's failure to prioritize education and public safety.
Kogi authorities launch rescue operation following kidnapping at secondary school
Kogi state officials have deployed a large-scale security operation to rescue a school principal, a NECO staffer, and two students abducted during exams in Dekina Local Government Area.
Kogi Police Probe Kidnapping at Illegal Examination Site
Kogi State police are searching for four individuals kidnapped at an illegal examination site, while launching an investigation into why the abandoned school was operating as a miracle center.
NECO CBT Enhances Exam Integrity, Says Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad
Education officials and students confirm that the NECO computer-based testing format has successfully reduced examination malpractice while providing a smoother experience for candidates.
Education Minister Credits NECO Computer-Based Exams with Curbing Malpractice
Nigeria's Minister of State for Education reports that the new NECO computer-based examination system is successfully minimizing malpractice and enhancing the overall integrity of public testing.
Armed assailants kidnap group including students and school principal in Kogi
Armed attackers abducted four students, a school principal, and a NECO official at a secondary school in Kogi State, though one student has since been rescued by security forces.
Atiku and Obi Applaud Government Reversal on WAEC and NECO Fee Hikes
Political leaders Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi have praised the government's decision to suspend planned fee hikes for WASSCE and NECO exams following public outcry.
Sowore Pledges Universal Free Education if Elected in 2027
African Action Congress presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has promised to eliminate public examination fees and provide free, universal education if he takes office in 2027.
Peter Obi Applauds Federal Decision to Halt Exam Fee Increases
Peter Obi labels the federal government's decision to suspend planned WASSCE and NECO fee hikes a victory for Nigerians while urging a focus on educational investment.
Atiku Criticizes Policy Reversals, Stating Nigeria Is Not A Testing Ground
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar applauded the suspension of WAEC and NECO fee hikes but criticized the government for its history of implementing poorly considered policies that require public outcry to reverse.