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We have anti-bullying policies, consequences well spelt out – Dowen College

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We have anti-bullying policies, consequences well spelt out – Dowen College

 

By Ifeoma Ikem

 

The principal, Mrs Adebisi Layiwola and school authority of Dowen college at 18, Adebayo Herty Road, Phase 1, Lekki, have expressed shock and sadness at the news of the death of its JSS student.

Layiwola in a statement said the 12year old boy was injured while playing football in the school premises.

“The school authority was immediately alerted by one of the Hostel Parents and the resident registered nurse administered first aid medication on him after which he felt relief and returned to his hostel room.

“The following day being Monday, November 22, 2021 he was inside the classroom receiving lectures until during school break hours when one of his friends accompanied him to the Sick Bay where he complained of some pain in his hip.

“The doctor examined him and prescribed Ibuprofen for the pain, while the nurse massaged his leg, after which he felt a bit better.

According to the principal, ‘in accordance with the school policy, the resident doctor called his mother reporting the incident and requesting that his mother should come for him so that he could get further medical attention.

However, his mother said she was not around that she traveled out of Lagos, but she spoke and prayed on the phone and promised to send his guardian to pick him up immediately for further medical attention.

“The guardian did not come as promised based on what his mother told us, the next day November 23, 2021, the doctor called the mother again and this time, she assured that his guardian would pick him from the school.

“His guardian showed up and took him for X-ray after which the guardian informed the school management that the results of the investigation revealed that no part of his body was broken or injured.

“The resident doctor also called the mother later in the week to check up on his progress but she informed the doctor that he was sleeping at that time.

“The Principal also spoke with the mother on the phone to enquire about his progress and she reported that he was having a massage and gave the phone to him to speak with the Principal.

“It is therefore shocking to read on the social media that he was beaten up by some students and that he specifically mentioned some names”.

She said that the school authority immediately commenced investigations and invited the students allegedly mentioned for interview.

“His guardian was also present during the interviews, which revealed that nothing of such happened.

“The whole incident was strange and unbelievable because:

1 The school has effective anti-bullying policies and consequences that are well spelt out to all the students.

2. The preliminary investigation showed that there was no fighting, bullying or any form of attack on the boy.

3. He made no such reports, neither his sister who is also a student of the school nor any other students, prefects, house parents, medical staff or any of the management staff.

4. The school has two regular nurses and a qualified medical doctor that promptly attend to students’ medical needs.

5 The resident doctor followed the laid down procedure by inviting his mother to take him home for further treatment after initial treatment by the school’s medical staff.

She said the school has a very cordial relationship with the family as he is the fifth child of the family Dowen College has the privilege to train, including his elder sister who is currently a student at the school.

“Furthermore, we state categorically that Dowen College is built on core values of godliness and excellence and will not tolerate any acts of cultism, which is why there is nothing like that and there has never been such deviant activities going on, as this is a faith based school and effective policies are in place to prevent such occurrence.

“We are deeply saddened by the death of this young man who had such a bright future ahead of him.

“We extend our deepest sympathy and heart-felt condolences to his beloved family, relatives, friends, classmates and the alumni family at this very difficult time.

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GIRAU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL JOINS GLOBAL CELEBRATIONS FOR CHILDREN’S

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Girau International School (GIS) has announced its participation in the worldwide celebration of Children’s Day, reaffirming its commitment to fostering and nurturing young learners.

The school emphasized that GIS is dedicated to creating a learning atmosphere that is not only educational but also filled with fun and adventure. “At Girau International School, we believe that learning should be an enjoyable experience,” the statement read. “We are committed to developing early readers and focusing on comprehensive educational development through our innovative curriculum, which is a blend of the Nigerian and British educational systems.”

As part of its dedication to academic excellence, GIS allocates specific reading times during which students engage in phonics, fluency, vocabulary development, and key reading strategies to enhance their comprehension skills. This structured approach ensures that children not only learn to read but also develop a lifelong love for reading.

Additionally, GIS offers top-notch sporting and extracurricular facilities, providing students with opportunities to explore their interests beyond the classroom. “Our motto, ‘Learn, Live, and Achieve,’ encapsulates our holistic approach to education,” the management stated.

As Girau International School joins the global community in celebrating Children’s Day, it remains steadfast in its mission to empower young learners, preparing them for a bright future filled with possibilities. The school remain committed in reinforcing the importance of nurturing and supporting the next generation.

GIRAU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL JOINS GLOBAL CELEBRATIONS FOR CHILDREN’S

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Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) Proposes Partnership with Beart & Gibson Group

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*Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) Proposes Partnership with Beart & Gibson Group to Empower Youth and Drive Industrial Development in Northeast Nigeria*

The Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) has announced a bold and strategic proposal to partner with Beart & Gibson Group, a globally recognized leader in manufacturing and engineering, to launch a large-scale empowerment and industrial development initiative targeting Nigeria’s Northeast region.
This groundbreaking collaboration was the focal point of a high-level meeting between the NAUB management and a delegation from Beart & Gibson Group, led by Dr. Shelly U. Amos, Regional Director for West Africa, and Esv. Ashem Musa Jacob, Nominee for Beart & Gibson Group.

The proposed partnership is designed to provide practical, skill-based training in several key areas crucial to modern industrial and technological development.
These include:
1. Engineering and manufacturing (including assembly and production of devices and appliances).
2. IT and digital skills Software development and cybersecurity
3. Digital marketing
4. Entrepreneurship and business planning
5. Financial literacy and startup development
6. Modern agricultural practices and agribusiness management.

Speaking on the importance of the initiative, NAUB Vice Chancellor, Professor Lawan Buratai, emphasized that the partnership represents more than just a skills program. “This partnership presents our commitment to providing students with real-world skills that align with national priorities.

It is a vital step towards the industrial realization of the Northeast,” Prof. Buratai said.

According to the proposal, the collaboration aims to enrich NAUB’s academic curriculum with industry-relevant content, enhance graduate employability, and foster sustainable economic growth across the region. The long-term vision is to transform the Northeast into a hub for industrial innovation, youth empowerment, and entrepreneurship.

If approved and implemented, the NAUB-Beart & Gibson partnership could become a model for strategic academia-industry collaboration in Nigeria, serving as a catalyst for regional development and national progress.

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Server Glitch Shatters UTME Dreams: JAMB Admits Error, 380,000 Candidates to Resit Exams 

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Server Glitch Shatters UTME Dreams: JAMB Admits Error, 380,000 Candidates to Resit Exams 

A devastating technical oversight and human error have forced Nigeria’s Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to invalidate the 2025 UTME results of 379,997 candidates across Lagos and the South-East, sparking public outrage, calls for resignation, and growing demand for accountability.

At an emergency technical review on Wednesday at JAMB’s Abuja headquarters, Registrar Professor Ishaq Oloyede broke down in tears as he addressed the fallout from the mishap, admitting that the problem stemmed from the incomplete deployment of a critical server update—a mistake that severely distorted results for nearly 400,000 candidates in 157 exam centres.

“This incident was neither a system failure nor administrative manipulation, but an outright human error,” the board declared.

According to the report presented, JAMB’s server patch—which supported new innovations in the 2025 exam—was correctly implemented in the Kaduna (KAD) server cluster but not deployed to the Lagos (LAG) cluster, which services Lagos and the entire South-East. The result: a massive answer validation mismatch that rendered scores invalid.

A collaborative review with Educare Technical Team, JAMB’s independent IT partner, revealed that over 14,000 logs from affected centres displayed severe inconsistencies, with audit trails confirming systemic malfunction—not student failure.

The fallout is massive:

  • 65 centres (206,610 candidates) affected in Lagos

  • 92 centres (173,387 candidates) affected in the South-East

  • 379,997 total candidates to resit the UTME, starting Friday, May 16

The registrar stated affected students will receive SMS notifications to their registered numbers. He took full responsibility, stating:

“Please. Thank you. I am sorry. These are not just words—I accept full responsibility.”

Public Reactions: Resignation Calls Mount

Despite Oloyede’s emotional apology, pressure is building. On social media, Nigerians are calling for his resignation:

  • @jacobsule: “Oloyede should step aside immediately for an independent investigation.”

  • @MrGatsby: “Oloyede should please resign. This is disgraceful.”

  • @abolajijnr: “Someone has died over this. He should be in jail already.”

Parents Demand Clarity on Withheld Results

The scandal deepened as parents of under-16 candidates decried JAMB’s refusal to release their children’s results.

“Why traumatize these children? They wrote the exams, let them see their scores!” cried Mrs. Abiodun Ashimolowo.

The Parents Teachers Association of Nigeria (PTA) praised JAMB’s transparency but demanded a full list of affected candidates and more clarity on the exact technical failures.

“Were these computer bugs or personnel errors? We want full transparency,” said PTA President Danjuma Haruka.

As nearly 400,000 students prepare to retake one of Nigeria’s most critical exams, the credibility of JAMB hangs in the balance. While Oloyede’s emotional apology has earned some praise for transparency, others insist only full accountability and reform will restore trust in the system.

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