The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has once again demonstrated its firm commitment to maintaining the credibility and integrity of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). In a significant move, JAMB recently announced the arrest of 27 individuals involved in impersonating genuine candidates during the ongoing 2025 UTME exercise. In addition, the examination body has delisted four Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres found to be involved in various irregularities and technical failures.
This development highlights the board’s zero-tolerance policy for malpractice and its continuous efforts to ensure that every candidate gets a fair and transparent examination experience.
27 Persons Arrested for Impersonation During UTME 2025
According to reports from Legit.ng, the 27 individuals arrested were caught impersonating legitimate candidates during the 2025 UTME. These suspects have already been handed over to the Nigeria Police Force for proper investigation and prosecution.
JAMB has consistently warned that it would not tolerate any form of cheating, malpractice, or impersonation during its examinations. The board, under the leadership of Professor Ishaq Oloyede, reiterated its commitment to fishing out and prosecuting anyone involved in exam malpractice, either as a candidate, a centre owner, or a facilitator.
The arrest of these impersonators sends a strong message to candidates and their collaborators that JAMB is fully prepared to protect the integrity of its examinations.
Four CBT Centres Delisted for Poor Conduct and Technical Failures
In addition to the arrests, JAMB also announced the delisting of four CBT centres across the country. The affected centres reportedly failed to meet the technical and operational standards required by JAMB. Some of the centres experienced severe technical difficulties, while others were cited for administrative malpractice.
The four CBT centres that have been delisted are:
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Adventure Associate, Behind Sheshe Supermarket, Off Hadejia Road, Kano, Kano State
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Saadatu Rimi College of Education, Zaria Road, Naibawa, Kano, Kano State
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Penta M & F Technical Services Ltd, Centre 1, 96km Sokoto-Jega Road, Tambuwal
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Penta M & F Technical Services Ltd, Centre 2, 96km Sokoto-Jega Road, Tambuwal
Candidates who were originally scheduled to sit for their UTME at any of these centres have been advised to reprint their examination slips to confirm their new assigned centres and examination dates.
JAMB emphasized that the decision to delist these centres was taken in the best interest of the candidates and the examination process, to avoid further disruption and to ensure candidates are able to sit for their exams under the best possible conditions.
Incident at Caleb University CBT Centre: JAMB Reacts
In a related development, JAMB also addressed an incident at the Caleb University CBT centre involving candidates who were reportedly restricted from writing their exams while wearing hijabs.
The board clarified that this incident was the result of an overzealous security officer who acted outside of official instructions. JAMB assured the public that it respects the rights of candidates to dress according to their religious beliefs, provided it does not interfere with the conduct of the examination. The board promised to take necessary corrective measures to prevent such an incident from happening again.
This clarification was essential to maintain the trust of the public, especially in a sensitive and diverse society like Nigeria, where religious freedoms are constitutionally protected.
Over 900,000 Candidates Have Successfully Completed the 2025 UTME
As of April 25, 2025, over 900,000 candidates out of the total 2,083,600 registered candidates had successfully completed the UTME. The examination has been progressing smoothly nationwide, apart from the isolated issues mentioned above.
The large number of successfully completed examinations shows that JAMB’s reforms over the years are yielding positive results. Measures such as biometric verification, CCTV surveillance at examination centres, and strict enforcement of examination guidelines have significantly reduced malpractice compared to previous years.
JAMB Reaffirms Its Commitment to Transparency
JAMB’s Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, has consistently emphasized that the board is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of fairness, transparency, and credibility in the UTME and other examinations it conducts.
The board has assured candidates and stakeholders that it will continue to ensure that only deserving candidates are admitted into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. Candidates are therefore urged to abide by all examination rules, avoid any form of malpractice, and report any suspicious activities to JAMB authorities immediately.
Final Thoughts
The ongoing 2025 UTME has brought to light JAMB’s unrelenting efforts to sanitize the examination process. With the arrest of impersonators, the delisting of non-performing CBT centres, and the prompt handling of sensitive issues like religious discrimination, JAMB has shown that it is fully committed to providing a level playing field for all candidates.
Candidates are encouraged to stay informed, remain vigilant, and uphold integrity as they pursue their dreams of higher education in Nigeria.
Stay tuned to our website for more updates on JAMB 2025, including results release dates, admission news, and the latest education developments.