UTME Application Data Sparks Debate on Education Quality in Northern Nigeria

Discrepancies in UTME application figures across Nigerian states have intensified concerns about educational disparities and resource allocation in the country's northern regions.

28 Aug, 11:05 — 28 Aug, 11:05

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UTME applications data intensifies concerns over state of education in northern Nigeria

Benue recorded 104,409 UTME applications in 2026, nearly twice the combined figure for Kebbi, Sokoto and Zamfara, although the three North-west states have almost three times Benue's projected population. The post UTME applications data intensifies concerns over state of education in northern Nigeria appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

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