The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has warned Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres conducting nighttime registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), stating that such practices endanger candidates.
In a statement on Sunday, JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, emphasized that all registration activities must occur within standard hours to ensure the safety and well-being of prospective candidates.
While acknowledging that some centres may be attempting to accommodate high registration demand, JAMB stressed that this must not come at the expense of students’ security.
JAMB publicly named and warned several CBT centres across the country for violating its registration guidelines. The affected centres include:
- Thomas Adewumi University, Oko, Kwara State
- CBT Centre Otukpo, Benue State
Ebenezer International School, Port Harcourt, Rivers State - Jigawa State College of Education, Gumel Centre 1, Jigawa State
- Lafiagi Emirate Information Technology & Innovation Hub, Kwara State
- Zulqud Consult Ltd (ZCL CBT Center), Lugbe, Abuja
- Klinnicapps Academy, Okuku, Yala, Cross River State
- Sani Mikaila Comprehensive College, Jos, Plateau State
- Beeps Technology Limited, Ogoja, Cross River State
- FZX Media Consulting Limited (inside Havilla University), Ikom, Cross River State
JAMB made it clear that this was a final warning, and no further notifications would be issued before disciplinary action is taken.
“JAMB will not tolerate violations of its registration regulations and will take appropriate measures against any centre engaged in such activities,” the board stated.
Beyond registration issues, JAMB also addressed recent complaints from parents who claimed their children were unfairly denied university admission. The board urged parents to avoid making baseless accusations without verifying admission criteria.
JAMB also warned against the abuse of its “exceptionally brilliant window”, a category meant for candidates under 16 years old. The board noted an alarming increase in the number of applicants falsely claiming eligibility, a sharp contrast to global standards, where only a select few qualify.
Furthermore, JAMB disclosed that a senior university official is currently facing prosecution for admission fraud, with four others under investigation.
“We urge parents to avoid jumping to conclusions and consider the performance of other candidates. UTME is a ranking exam that determines a candidate’s position within a cohort for the limited admission slots available in our tertiary institutions,” Benjamin stated.
JAMB reaffirmed its commitment to a fair, transparent, and secure admission process, urging all stakeholders to adhere to the guidelines for the benefit of all candidates.
