Education
Nigerian students bag Cambridge Learners Award
Nigerian students bag Cambridge Learners Award
Some students in Nigeria have received 157 Cambridge Learners Awards in various categories for their outstanding performances in the 2021 June and November examination series.
The reports gathered that the British Council in Nigeria in collaboration with the Cambridge University Press & Assessment recognised the 110 students from 45 schools across Nigeria.
In his remarks, the Country Manager for Cambridge University Press & Assessment Nigeria, Vitalis Nwaogu, congratulated the successful students, teachers and principals of their schools for their achievements.
“Today is a special moment for our Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award winners, as well as an opportunity for you to reflect on your hard work and take pride in your achievements.
“It’s also a wonderful day for your families, teachers and schools, as they watch you receive one of the most prestigious awards available to people of your age.
“For us at Cambridge International, today is also a joyful day because everything that we do at Cambridge, from writing syllabuses and curriculums to setting exams is all about this moment.
“Your qualifications will give you new opportunities; some of these opportunities will lead you into universities, some will lead you into jobs and others may lead you to exciting new ventures yet unknown,” he said.
Also, Country Director, British Council Nigeria, Lucy Pearson said that the body was honoured to work with Partner Schools in delivering the UK assessments and qualifications in Nigeria.
“The exams we administer have over the years continue to help people all over the world gain educational and professional development, so they are better positioned for success in life and their careers.
“Education is a key enabler for these opportunities, and we believe in ensuring young learners have access to world-class education and assessments which we have achieved through our partners Cambridge University Press & Assessment International Education and the British Council Partner School.’
“Therefore, all the top-performing students will receive certificates from Cambridge International in recognition of their achievements,” she added.
Speaking, the Lagos State Commissioner for Education, Mrs Folasade Adefisayo, said: “We are delighted to be celebrating the awardees today and to acknowledge the feat and success of all students who passed the Cambridge examinations.
“The awards today reflect the greatness embodied in the lives of our children.
“We also acknowledge other awardees in the `Top in the World’ category and the partner schools that have demonstrated the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policies,” Adefisayo said.
NAN reports that the prestigious awards covered subjects taken in Cambridge IGCSEs, Cambridge O Levels and Cambridge International AS & A Levels examinations.
The British Council is the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities.
11 students from eight schools obtained the highest marks in the world in subjects including Sociology, Information/Communication Technology and Business Studies and received the ‘Top in the World’ honour.
Cambridge International also granted 81 ‘Top in Nigeria’ awards to learners who achieved the highest standard mark in their country for a single subject, 57 ‘High Achievement’ awards and 8 ‘Best Across’ awards to students who attained the highest cumulative total standard marks over a set number of subjects.
UNIMAID Student Drowns in Gwange River, Another Rescued
By: Zagazola Makama
A tragic drowning incident has claimed the life of a University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) student, while another was rescued after they went swimming at the Gwange River Bank in Maiduguri.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on March 14, 2025, around 7:00 p.m., when two UNIMAID students, identified as Abafras Abdiel from the Department of Forestry and Silas Sule from the Department of Geology, went to the Gwange River Bank behind ECWA Church for a swim.
While diving, both students drowned in the river, prompting an emergency response. A combined rescue team, including the police, divers, and fire service personnel, was immediately mobilized to the scene.
The rescue team managed to retrieve both victims and rushed them to the State Specialist Hospital, Maiduguri. While Abafras Abdiel was admitted for treatment, Silas Sule was unfortunately certified dead by doctors. His body has since been deposited at the hospital for autopsy and further investigations.
The authorities have urged students and residents to exercise caution when engaging in activities near water bodies, especially during the dry season, when river currents can be unpredictable.
UNIMAID Student Drowns in Gwange River, Another Rescued
Federal University Gusau: A 300-level student died in a bandit’s den in Zamfara
By: Our Reporter
This is truly heartbreaking. Zarah Abubakar Shehu, a 21-year-old 300-level student at Federal University Gusau, was abducted along with her two siblings by bandits in the early hours of Sunday, November 3, 2024, from their home in the Damba area of Gusau, Zamfara State.
The kidnappers initially demanded a ransom of ₦35 million for their release. After much struggle, the family managed to gather ₦10 million, which the kidnappers agreed to accept. However, even after receiving the money, they still refused to release Zarah. Instead, they demanded four motorcycles (Boza) and four cartons of engine oil.
Zarah and her siblings spent four months in captivity. When all the items were finally gathered, the kidnappers’ leader was informed. He then called his men to check on the captives. To everyone’s horror, his men responded that only two children remained; one of them, Zarah, had passed away and had already been buried two days earlier.
Zarah was the only daughter of her mother, making her loss even more devastating. Her passing is not just a tragedy for her family but a heartbreaking reflection of the ongoing insecurity in Zamfara State and the pain that countless families endure.
Federal University Gusau: A 300-level student died in a bandit’s den in Zamfara
Gunmen Kidnap Four Students in Katsina State
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected armed bandits have abducted four students from Paris Quarters, behind the Federal University, Dutsinma, in Katsina State, security sources told Zagazola Makama on Sunday.
The attack occurred at about 2:20 a.m. on Sunday, when the assailants, reportedly in large numbers, quietly invaded the area and whisked away four individuals.
The victims have been identified as Wali Kayode (25), Fahad Muhammad (20), Emmanuel (surname unknown), and another yet-to-be-identified person.
Security operatives were mobilized to the scene immediately after receiving a distress call but the bandits had fled.
Security sources said that Efforts are ongoing to track down the kidnappers and rescue the victims safely.
Gunmen Kidnap Four Students in Katsina State
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