Ekweremadu Trends In UNILORIN Examination Question

EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ilorin has generated significant online reactions after including references to the ordeal of former Deputy Senate President, Ike Ekweremadu, and the arrest of controversial singer, Portable in its examination questions.

In a question paper distributed to undergraduates in the Department of Criminology and Security Studies, the lecturer prompted students to discuss the aforementioned cases. The questions delved into various aspects related to the incidents.

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One of the questions asked students to analyze the confessions made by the victim whose organ was nearly harvested, as well as to identify the features of the UK police that assisted in the arrest and prosecution of Ekweremadu, his wife, and the medical doctor involved.

Additionally, the lecturer presented Portable’s arrest for assaulting a fellow singer as a case study, asking students to utilize four types of profiling to discuss procedures for obtaining individual characteristics and the relationship between the offender and his job.

The inclusion of these real-life cases in the examination questions sparked mixed reactions from netizens across various social media platforms.

Many users expressed the belief that keeping abreast of current affairs, actively engaging with news, and being present online were essential for success in such exams. Some users saw the questions as an opportunity for students to apply their knowledge to relevant and relatable issues.

Others found the approach refreshing compared to traditional rote memorization, allowing students to provide their perspectives and interpretations of the incidents.

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However, a few individuals expressed surprise and amusement at the lecturer’s choice of subject matter, remarking on the uniqueness of the questions and their departure from conventional exam formats.

The online discussions surrounding the examination questions highlighted the intersection between academia and real-world events, as well as the importance of staying informed about contemporary issues. The reactions served as a reminder of the evolving nature of education and the need for students to develop critical thinking skills and engage with current affairs to succeed in their academic pursuits.

It remains to be seen how the students will respond to the exam questions and how the faculty will evaluate their answers. The University of Ilorin has not issued an official statement regarding the online reactions to the examination questions at the time of this report.

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As the discussions continue, the incident serves as a reflection of the evolving teaching methods and the integration of real-life examples into academic assessments, stimulating critical thinking and encouraging students to apply their knowledge to practical situations.

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