Somalia: Student Participation in Unified Exams in Northeastern State Rises by Nearly 10% in 2025

Somalia: A Closer Look at Northeastern State’s Growing Education System in 2025

AXADLE, Northeastern State — In an exciting development for Northeastern State, the Ministry of Education and Higher Learning has revealed that a remarkable 23,768 students are set to participate in this year’s unified 8th and 12th-grade exams. This figure marks a 9.61% increase from 2024, a testament to the ongoing educational advancements unfolding in this vibrant region of northeastern Somalia.

Reflecting on last year’s numbers, 21,685 students took the plunge into these crucial exams. Now, with an additional 2,083 candidates stepping up in 2025, there’s more at play than mere statistics. What drives this increase? The ministry credits a concerted effort to elevate education quality and broaden equitable learning opportunities across Northeastern State. Isn’t it fascinating how numbers sometimes tell a deeper story?

Incredibly, these exams will be conducted at 151 centers spread across 33 districts. An impressive logistical feat, wouldn’t you agree? Northeastern State’s Vice President, Ilyas Osman Lugatoor, commemorated this vital educational milestone by officially inaugurating the exams on the morning of May 24.

Officials proudly note that the increasing number of candidates is a reflection of growing public trust in the government’s education system. The system’s strides echo a famous quote by Nelson Mandela: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” This sentiment resonates deeply in Northeastern State, where education is transforming not just individuals, but communities.

The ministry’s commitment shines through its relentless pursuit of quality education, particularly reaching into the remote corners and underserved communities. This year, they’ve expanded exam centers and implemented robust measures to ensure the process is transparent and maintains its integrity. Imagine the relief and confidence this must instill in students and parents alike!

Successfully passing the 8th-grade exams paves the way for students to advance to secondary school, while triumph in the 12th-grade exams unlocks the gateway to university adventures. These milestones represent dreams realized and futures reimagined, tales etched in the memories of students striving for a brighter tomorrow.

During this pivotal period, the support from parents, teachers, security officials, and local communities has been nothing short of inspiring. Their collective encouragement exemplifies the saying, “It takes a village to raise a child.” The ministry acknowledges this invaluable backing and aims to propel education forward, increasing enrollment and enhancing standards as part of their future vision.

The path of educational evolution in Northeastern State underscores a poetic beauty, a journey laden with dedication, passion, and hope. The small progressions build the foundation of greater societal change. Such simple yet profound shifts lead us to ponder: What more lies ahead? How will these growing exams sculpt the educational and cultural landscape of Northeastern State in the coming years?

As the ripple effect of education spreads its influence, enriching minds and building futures, the narrative of Northeastern State’s educational advancement is set to inspire not just the region, but the wider world. Indeed, as they say, “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.”

Edited By Ali Musa

Axadle Times International–Monitoring