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General Requirements & Information
  • Educational Qualifications:

    • Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education (B.Ed., B.Sc. Ed., or B.A. Ed.), or a Bachelor’s degree in relevant subjects with a teaching certificate (e.g., PGDE or NCE).
    • Candidates without these qualifications will not be invited for the test.
  • O’Level Requirements:

    • Applicants must have a minimum of five O’ Level Credit Passes, including Mathematics and English, obtained in not more than two sittings.
  • Special Considerations:

    • Priority will be given to teachers of STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
    • Required subject areas in Art and Commercial disciplines will be indicated on the application portal. Applicants whose subject areas are not listed should not apply.
  • Teaching Qualifications:

    • You must be registered with the Teachers’ Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) and upload a scanned copy of your TRCN certificate.
  • Age Limit:

    • Applicants must not be older than 35 years as of 31st January 2025.
  • NYSC Certificate:

    • Applicants must possess a valid National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge certificate or an exemption certificate.
  • Willingness to Work:

    • The recruitment exercise is essentially to bridge the human resource gap in the schools in the hinterlands. Therefore, applications will be screened along that line.
  • Local Government Documentation:

    • Applicants must upload a certificate of their local government of origin, indicate their local government of residence, and provide evidence at various stages of the recruitment process.
  • Medical and Drug Testing:

    • All shortlisted candidates will undergo drug tests as part of the screening process.
  • Conduct and Role Model Behaviour:

    • Applicants exhibiting behaviours unbefitting of a teacher or role model will be disqualified at any stage.
  • Recruitment Stages:

    • Only applicants who meet the requirements will be invited for the CBT (Computer-Based Test).
    • After the CBT, shortlisted candidates will participate in interviews and peer teaching (practicum) at specified venues.
    • The cutoff mark for the CBT will be announced after the test.
  • Application Process:

    • All applications will be submitted online.

Application Instructions:

  1. Create an Account

    Click the Start Application link to begin the registration process and create an account.

  2. Validate registered Account

    After creating an account, a link will be sent to your email address. You will be required to validate your account by clicking on the link that was sent to your provided email address.

  3. Login to Your Account

    After validation, you will be required to login to your application portal to continue with the application process.

  4. Fill The Form

    Fill the form and upload all the required documents.

    Step-by-Step Guideline:
    1. Fill Bio-Data: Enter your personal details, including your full name, date of birth, gender, and contact information. Ensure all details are accurate before saving.
    2. Fill Primary and O-Level Details: Input the names of your primary and secondary schools, the examination body (e.g., WAEC, NECO), subjects taken, and grades achieved.
    3. Fill Tertiary Institution Details: Provide the name of your tertiary institution, course of study, graduation year, and any degrees or certifications earned.
    4. Fill Employment History: Add information about your work experience, such as the employer’s name, your job title, and the duration of your employment.
    5. Upload Documents: Upload all required documents, including your passport photograph, birth certificate, citizenship certificate, NIN slip, O-Level results, tertiary certificates, NYSC certificate and signature. Ensure the files meet the specified format (e.g., PDF, JPEG, PNG).
    6. Application Review: Carefully review all the information you have provided to ensure it is complete and accurate. Once satisfied, click Submit Application to finalize the process.
  5. Submit Your Application

    After filling the form, verify all your details carefully from the summary page, submit your application and download the copy of your form.

Method of Apply 

Interested and Qualified candidates should apply https://tescom.kwarastate.gov.ng/app/apply/

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From Tramadol to Canadian to Exol-5 The New Drug Destroying Nigerian Youths An Investigative Article .From Tramadol to Canadian to Exol-5: The New Drug Destroying Nigerian Youths An Investigative Report on the Shifting Landscape of Substance Abuse in Nigeria Nigeria faces a severe and evolving drug crisis, particularly among its youth. What began with the widespread abuse of Tramadol has progressed through mixtures like “Canadian” to newer pharmaceutical diversions such as Exol-5. This shift reflects deeper issues: easy access to prescription drugs, weak regulation, socioeconomic pressures, and aggressive street-level marketing. NDLEA operations and health studies reveal a public health emergency that threatens an entire generation. Phase 1: The Tramadol Epidemic (2010s–Early 2020s) Tramadol, a synthetic opioid prescribed for moderate to severe pain, became Nigeria’s most notorious street drug. Cheap, potent, and widely smuggled (often from India and other Asian countries), it offered users energy, euphoria, and pain relief — appealing to commercial drivers, laborers, students, and young men seeking confidence or stamina. Scale of the Problem: Millions of tablets seized annually by NDLEA. High prevalence among young males aged 15–35. Linked to increased crime, sexual violence, organ damage (kidney failure, seizures), and mental health breakdowns. Contributed to broader opioid misuse alongside codeine cough syrups. Government responses included tighter import controls and public awareness campaigns, but these only displaced demand to other substances rather than eliminating it. Phase 2: The Rise of “Canadian” (Mid-2020s) “Canadian” or “Canadian Loud” emerged as a popular code for high-grade cannabis (often indica-dominant strains) or cannabis mixed with other synthetics. It gained traction as users sought alternatives or combinations to Tramadol’s effects. This phase marked a move toward imported or locally cultivated premium weed, sometimes laced with stronger chemicals. Youths in urban centers like Lagos, Kano, Jos, and Onitsha embraced it for its perceived “cleaner” high compared to opioids. However, it fueled polydrug use — combining cannabis with opioids, sedatives, or alcohol — amplifying health risks. Phase 3: Exol-5 – The Current Threat (2024–2026) Exol-5 (Benzhexol Hydrochloride / Trihexyphenidyl 5mg), originally a prescription medication for Parkinson’s disease and drug-induced movement disorders, has become the latest pharmaceutical being heavily abused. Why Exol-5? Euphoric Effects: Users report intense euphoria, hallucinations, and a sense of detachment — making it attractive as a cheap “upper” or escape. Accessibility: Sold over-the-counter or on the black market despite being a controlled prescription drug. NDLEA has seized millions of pills in single operations (e.g., 3.1 million pills in Kano in late 2024, and over 5.6 million combined with Tramadol in other busts). Street Names: Exol, Artane, Benzhexol, “Farin Mallam” (in Northern Nigeria). Demographics: Prevalent among youths, laborers, and even psychiatric patients who divert prescriptions. Studies show abuse rates as high as 25% among certain outpatient groups. Health Consequences: Anticholinergic toxicity: Confusion, dry mouth, blurred vision, urinary retention, constipation, and in high doses — delirium, psychosis, seizures, and heart issues. Long-term: Cognitive impairment, addiction, exacerbated mental health disorders. Often mixed with Tramadol, codeine, or cannabis, creating dangerous synergies. In cities like Jos, Exol-5 sits alongside diazepam, Rohypnol, and Tramadol on street markets, easily available to teenagers and young adults. Why This Evolution Continues Supply-Side Failures: Porous borders, corrupt officials, and overproduction of pharmaceuticals enable diversion. Demand Drivers: Unemployment, poverty, peer pressure, trauma, and the pursuit of performance enhancement (e.g., for “hustle” culture). Weak Regulation: Many pharmacies sell restricted drugs without prescriptions. Online and street vendors fill gaps. Displacement Effect: Cracking down on one substance (Tramadol/codeine) pushes users and dealers toward the next available option. NDLEA reports ongoing large seizures, but the problem persists due to high profitability and low risk for mid-level distributors. Broader Impacts on Nigerian Youths Education: Increased dropout rates and poor academic performance. Mental Health: Rising cases of psychosis and depression. Economy: Lost productivity among the working-age population. Crime and Violence: Drug-fueled robberies, cultism, and family breakdowns. Public Health System Strain: Overburdened hospitals treating overdoses and chronic complications. Young people aged 15–39 remain the hardest hit, with national surveys showing drug use prevalence significantly above global averages. What Must Be Done Stronger Enforcement: Consistent prosecution of corrupt enablers and large-scale traffickers. Regulation: Crackdown on rogue pharmacies and better tracking of prescription drugs. Prevention & Rehabilitation: School programs, community outreach, and expanded treatment centers (currently woefully inadequate). Economic Alternatives: Address root causes like youth unemployment. Public Awareness: Honest campaigns highlighting real dangers of “Exol-5” and similar drugs. Conclusion From Tramadol’s opioid grip to “Canadian” cannabis culture and now Exol-5’s anticholinergic highs, Nigeria’s drug crisis is mutating faster than responses can contain it. Exol-5 represents the dangerous new frontier — a legitimate medicine turned youth destroyer due to misuse and greed. Without urgent, multi-layered intervention — combining supply disruption, demand reduction, and socioeconomic support — an entire generation risks being lost to addiction. The time for half-measures is over. Nigeria’s future depends on winning this fight.