The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) says it has conducted the ongoing Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for over 1.7 million candidates successfully in within 3 days, saying it recorded minimal challenges in the Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the country.
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, revealed this in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital, during an inspection visit to the University of Ibadan CBT centre as part of a routine monitoring visit to Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres in Oyo State.
He said the exercise was largely successful, pointing out that only a few centres experienced challenges of power supply and minor technical faults associated with the systems.
Oloyede who recalled the serious lapses in the past, noted that “Out of about 980 centres nationwide, we have recorded issues in only about 16 centres.”
He commended the smooth conduct of the examination process, describing it as “superb,” and praised the collaboration of stakeholders, including vice-chancellors, rectors, and other academic officials serving as proctors.
Oloyede reacting to questions on security concerns, particularly the alleged kidnapping of candidates, implored journalists and members of the media to exercise caution in handling such stories so as not to misinform the public.
“it is unfortunate that people were kidnapped, but linking them directly to JAMB without evidence complicates security efforts.”he decried
Addressing public concerns over early arrival times for candidates, the registrar clarified that examinations do not start at 6:30 a.m., but candidates are required to arrive early for accreditation.
Oloyede explained that the board had adjusted the examination schedule from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. in response to feedback, though the change had led to longer waiting periods for some candidates.
He also criticised widespread misconceptions about the role of UTME in admissions, stressing that it is only one of the criteria, alongside O-Level requirements.
Oloyede warned candidates and parents against engaging with fraudsters offering “exam runs” or score manipulation.
According to him, JAMB has intensified efforts to track and prosecute such individuals, revealing that several suspects were already facing prosecution for exam malpractices.
Citing the example of a man who was arrested for exam malpractices and still defrauding parents from detention, claiming he would upgrade their ward’s scores.
The JAMB Boss added that “We have our own mechanisms to detect such fraud. Those who attempt shortcuts will be identified and sanctioned.”
Oloyede urged the public to report fraudulent platforms on social media, while commending security agencies for their support in tackling examination malpractices.
He promised that the board will continue to do all necessary to conduct hitch-free examination processes to help provide an admission platform that is credible.
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