Thousands of Teachers Fail Computer-Based Test in Nigeria’s Jigawa State
Jigawa State, Nigeria – In a recent move, the Jigawa State Universal Basic Board revealed that a staggering 27,026 applicants for a temporary teaching job have failed the Computer-Based Test (CBT). The announcement came from Professor Haruna Musa, the chairman of the board, during a press conference discussing the results of the examination.
Among the 32,653 teachers who applied for the J-teach program, only 5,624 managed to pass the rigorous test. This means that nearly 85% of applicants failed to meet the minimum requirements. Professor Musa explained that the 5,627 successful candidates will undergo a screening process to select the top 3,000 applicants for the temporary teaching job. These selected teachers will be responsible for teaching in primary and junior secondary schools across the state.
In a further effort to ensure transparency, the board will also conduct a credential verification of the applicants to authenticate their credentials. This move is aimed at maintaining the highest standards of education in the state.
The outcome of this examination highlights the high bar set by the Jigawa State Universal Basic Board for its teachers. Only the most qualified and deserving candidates will be given the opportunity to teach in the state’s schools. With a focus on quality education, the board is making a concerted effort to recruit the best talent to shape the minds of future generations in Jigawa State.
