The Academic Board of Kogi State Polytechnic has approved the first semester results for the 2025/2026 academic session and withdrawn 229 students over poor academic performance.

The decision was taken at the Board’s meeting held on May 12, 2026, in Lokoja and chaired by the Rector, Professor Salihu Sanusi Avidime, according to a statement issued on Thursday by the acting Coordinator of Public Relations and Protocols, John Amos Onimisi.

The meeting had in attendance principal officers, deans, heads of departments and other members of the Academic Board, who deliberated on key academic issues affecting the institution.

Onimisi said the results were approved following a rigorous verification exercise conducted by the Academic Board Central Results Verification Committee.

He explained that the committee thoroughly reviewed and authenticated submissions from various departments to ensure accuracy, fairness and compliance with the polytechnic’s academic regulations.

“The committee’s report subsequently served as a critical guide in the Academic Board’s deliberations and final decisions on the results,” he stated.

The Rector was said to have commended members of the committee for their diligence, professionalism and commitment to maintaining academic standards in the institution.

The Board said the withdrawal of the 229 students is aimed at upholding academic excellence and preserving the integrity of certificates issued by the polytechnic.

It added that the decision is in line with existing academic regulations, and intended to promote discipline and encourage better academic performance among students.

Comedian and actor, Ayo Makun aka AY, has recounted the final moments of actor Alex Ekubo before his death on May 11, 2026.

Ekubo reportedly died from complications following liver failure, having been diagnosed with stage four liver cancer in 2024.

AY, who was reportedly present at the hospital, said Ekubo was smiling at the time of his death.

He described the loss as difficult to accept and reflected on their shared experiences in the film industry over the years.

The comedian stated that he witnessed the grief of family and friends at the hospital, expressing shock at the actor’s passing.

AY added that Ekubo would be remembered for his contributions beyond film and public recognition.

“Some losses do not feel real no matter how many times you try to process them. Still struggling with the reality that you are gone, Alex.

“From the laughter to the conversations, the random moments, the brotherhood, and all the memories we shared in this industry. This one hurts deeply.

“I was there. I saw you still smiling even in death. I saw the tears from friends and family. And honestly, a part of me is still in shock. Rest well my brother. You will be remembered beyond the lights, the cameras, and the fame,” AY wrote.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), on Monday, released the minimum Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) cut-off marks approved by universities across Nigeria for the 2026 admission exercise.

The cut-off marks were announced following the 2026 Policy Meeting on Admissions to Tertiary Institutions held in Abuja.

According to the approved list, Pan-Atlantic University fixed the highest minimum cut-off mark at 220.

Several institutions, including the University of Benin, University of Lagos, University of Ibadan, University of Nigeria, Covenant University, Air Force Institute of Technology, and Obafemi Awolowo University, adopted 200 as their minimum benchmark.

JAMB stated that the approved figures represent the minimum thresholds for admission consideration.

The Board noted that institutions may still set higher requirements for competitive courses such as medicine, engineering, pharmacy, and law.

Below is the full list of universities and their approved minimum UTME scores for the 2026 admission exercise:

Pan-Atlantic University – 220

Air Force Institute of Technology – 200

Covenant University – 220

Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences, Abeokuta – 200

Obafemi Awolowo University – 200

University of Benin – 200

University of Ibadan – 200

University of Lagos – 200

University of Nigeria, Nsukka – 200

Lagos State University of Science and Technology – 195

Lagos State University – 195

Lagos State University of Education – 185

Afe Babalola University – 180

Ahmadu Bello University – 180

Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun – 180

Nigeria Police Academy – 180

Nigerian University of Technology and Management – 180

Shanahan University – 180

University of Abuja (Yakubu Gowon University) – 180

University of Ilorin – 180

University of Jos – 170

Augustine University – 170

Babcock University – 170

Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia – 170

Federal University, Lafia – 170

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology – 170

Nasarawa State University – 170

BITS University, Bwari – 170

Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University – 160

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University – 160

Admiralty University of Nigeria – 160

African Aviation and Aerospace University – 160

Ajayi Crowther University – 160

Al-Hikmah University – 160

Bamidele Olumilua University – 160

Bayero University, Kano – 160

Bells University of Technology – 160

Caleb University – 160

Chrisland University – 160

Dominion University – 160

Emmanuel Alayande University of Education – 160

Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta – 160

Federal University of Education, Pankshin – 160

Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo – 160

Federal University of Technology and Environmental Sciences, Iyin Ekiti – 160

Federal University of Technology, Ikot-Abasi – 160

First Technical University – 160

Imo State University – 160

Isaac Balami University of Aeronautics and Management – 160

Karl Kumm University – 160

Kwara State University – 160

Landmark University – 160

Lead City University – 160

Modibbo Adama University – 160

Nnamdi Azikiwe University – 160

Olabisi Onabanjo University – 160

Osun State University – 160

Plateau State University – 160

Redeemer’s University – 160

Summit University – 160

Tai Solarin University of Education – 160

Taraba State College of Nursing and Midwifery – 160

University of Ilesa – 160

AbdulRasaq Abubakar Toyin University – 150

Adamawa State University – 150

Adeleke University – 150

African School of Economics, Abuja – 150