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Nigerian students in Canada and across North America will soon take their university entrance exams without flying home. Starting in 2027, a new testing center in Ottawa will bring the exam to them.
Nigeria's Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board is overhauling its 30-year-old university entrance exam to test critical thinking and real-world problem solving instead of just memorizing facts. The reform aims to identify students who can truly succeed in higher education, not just ace subject tests.
After thorough investigation, Nigeria's exam board cleared 279 students who were wrongly suspected of cheating, giving them back their futures. The decision shows how careful review can protect innocent students while still fighting fraud.
Hong Kong's public universities welcomed 65 international students with local diplomas in 2025-26, up from just 13 four years ago. The surge shows the city's education system attracting more global talent, though local admission numbers have dipped slightly.
Nigeria's university admissions body has ended confusion over religious headwear during exam registration, confirming students can wear hijabs while meeting biometric requirements. The clarification comes after a viral video sparked concerns about religious discrimination.
