2025 UTME Mass Failure Controversy: YabaTech Rector Joins LASU, UNILORIN In Solidarity For JAMB Registrar - EDU-BIZNEWS

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2025 UTME Mass Failure Controversy: YabaTech Rector Joins LASU, UNILORIN In Solidarity For JAMB Registrar

Rector of Yaba College of Technology, Lagos , Dr.(Engr.) Ibraheem Abdul has joined both the management of Lagos State University and that of University of Ilorin, Kwara State in expressing unwavering support for Professor Is-haq Oloyede, the Registrar, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), and his entire team during this challenging period, following the uproar concerning the outcome of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Institutions Matriculation Examination (UTME).

The recent technical glitches that affected approximately 379,997 candidates across 157 centres, particularly in Lagos and the South-East states according to him, have understandably caused distress among students and stakeholders 

The Rector however in a statement described Professor Oloyede's heartfelt apology and assumption of full responsibility as demonstration of commendable leadership and integrity

"His commitment to transparency and prompt corrective measures, including the rescheduling of examinations for affected candidates, underscores his dedication to upholding the credibility of our educational assessments", he stated 

"While the overall performance in the 2025 UTME has raised concerns, it's imperative to recognise the complexities involved in administering large-scale examinations in a technologically evolving environment", he added 

Dr. Abdul said that the incident should serve as a catalyst for all educational stakeholders to collaborate more closely, by ensuring robust systems that can withstand unforeseen challenges.

"Yaba College of Technology remains committed to supporting JAMB's initiatives and reforms aimed at enhancing the integrity and efficiency of our examination processes", he assured 

"We stand in solidarity and the with Professor Oloyede, we are with him in the future he beholds for JAMB, we reaffirm our confidence in his visionary leadership and urge other leaders in the country to take a cue from his leadership style", he concluded 

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