As the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) registration came to a close, the Ekiti State Coordinator of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Mr. Olukayode Dada, carried out an unscheduled visit to several Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the state.
The surprise inspections were aimed at ensuring strict compliance with JAMB’s zero-tolerance policy for malpractice at registration points and verifying that all procedures were correctly followed.
CBT Centres Warned Against Irregularities
During his visit, Dada reminded CBT operators of the importance of transparency and accuracy in handling candidate registrations. He emphasized that any attempt to compromise the integrity of the registration process would not be tolerated.
With the UTME registration officially closing on March 8, 2025, he also reaffirmed JAMB’s stance that there would be no deadline extension, urging centers to ensure that all candidates completed their registration properly before the cut-off date.
Key Areas of Compliance Checked
While inspecting the centres, Dada highlighted the following key areas that must not be neglected:
- Proper Entry of O’Level Results – CBT operators were urged to correctly input candidates’ academic records to avoid errors that could affect admissions.
- Issuance of Official JAMB Reading Texts – All registered candidates must receive the prescribed JAMB reading materials.
- Blocking Loopholes for Registration Fraud – Centres were warned to strictly follow JAMB’s guidelines and prevent any unauthorized practices that could compromise the system.
CBT Centres Visited in Ekiti State
The CBT centres inspected during the surprise visit included:
- Phoenix CBT Centre, Ikere Road
- Holy Child Catholic School, Ado-Ekiti
- Ajayi Polytechnic, Ikere-Ekiti
- Ekiti Anglican Diocesan High School, Ado-Ekiti
- College of Health Science and Technology, Ijero-Ekiti
- Oke-Osanyintolu CBT Centre, Ido-Ekiti
JAMB’s Commitment to a Transparent UTME Process
Dada reassured candidates and the public that JAMB remains committed to ensuring a fair, transparent, and hitch-free examination process. He urged all candidates to stay informed and follow JAMB’s official guidelines to avoid issues with their registration.
With UTME set to begin on April 25, 2025, JAMB continues to monitor CBT centres nationwide to ensure that every candidate has a fair opportunity to register and sit for their examination without interference or irregularities.