The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board,JAMB, has warned Computer-Based Test, CBT centres against engaging in nocturnal registration of prospective candidates in the ongoing 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination,UTME.
The warming came as it listed ten CBT centres it said, have been engaging in nocturnal registration of candidates.
Also, JAMB warned against abuse of its newly introduced “exceptionally brilliant window”, which allows candidates younger than 16 to sit for UTME.
A statement signed by Dr. Fabian Benjamin, Public Communication Advisor of the Board, said “While JAMB appreciates the enthusiasm of these centers to accommodate as many candidates as possible, this should never come at the cost of the candidates’ personal safety and security.
“In light of this, JAMB provides clarity and issues a stern warning to the centres listed below, as well as any others that may consider engaging in similar practices, to immediately cease these activities.
“The centres involved in the nocturnal registration are:
1. Thomas Adewumi University, University Drive Off Oko-Idofin Road, Oko, Kwara State
2. CBT Centre Otukpo, 14 Federal Road, Otukpo, Benue State
3. Ebenezer International School, No. 23 Barry White Street, Near MTN Mast, Pipeline Rumukwurusi, Elimgbu, Port Harcourt, Rivers State
4. Jigawa State College of Education, Gumel Centre 1, Kano Road, Gumel, Jigawa State
5. Lafiagi Emirate Information Technology & Innovation Hub, Opposite Main Motor Park, Emir’s Road, Lafiagi, Kwara State
6. Zulqud Consult Ltd (ZCL CBT Center), Government Secondary School, Lugbe By Car Wash, Lugbe Bridge
7. Klinnicapps Academy, Old Imaje Road, Formerly Christian Secondary Commercial School, Okuku, Yala, Cross River State
8. Sani Mikaila Comprehensive College, Plot 34 Rikkos New Layout, Jos, Plateau State
9. Beeps Technology Limited, 19 Obudu Street, Igoli, Ogoja, Cross River State
10. FZX Media Consulting Limited, Km 15, Ikom-Ogoja Highway, Inside Havilla University, Nde, Ikom, Cross River State
“This publication serves as a final warning to these centres, as no further notices will be issued before JAMB takes decisive action to address this issue.
“JAMB will not tolerate any violations of the regulations governing the registration process and will take appropriate measures against any centre engaged in questionable or exploitative practices during this exercise.”
JAMB also expressed concerns on the abuse of its newly introduced “exceptionally brilliant window”, which allows candidates younger than 16 to sit for UTME.
“This provision allows candidates younger than 16 to sit the examination if they can demonstrate outstanding performance through meeting the standard set by the Board. Surprisingly, a ridiculously high number of candidates have registered through this window, a phenomenon virtually unheard of globally, where only a small fraction typically qualifies.
” Parents are advised not to exaggerate the brilliance of their children without realising that there are more brilliant candidates out there,” JAMB said, adding that it would not tolerate any registration infraction or admission or admission related crimes.
“Currently, a senior university staff is being prosecuted for admission-related crimes, with four others under investigation. JAMB does not tolerate any admission infractions and will take appropriate action against any individuals involved in questionable practices regarding admissions.
“We urge parents to refrain from jumping to conclusions without considering the performance of other candidates. The UTME serves as a ranking examination by determining a candidate’s position within a cohort for the limited available spaces in our nation’s tertiary institutions,” the statement added.
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