The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced that it will reschedule examinations for candidates who were unable to complete their tests due to technical glitches during the ongoing 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
The announcement comes after several candidates across different CBT centres faced system failures, leading to disruptions in their exams.
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JAMB Moves to Protect Affected Candidates
In its statement, JAMB emphasized that:
- No candidate will be disadvantaged due to technical problems outside their control.
- Candidates who experienced genuine system issues will be given another opportunity to write their UTME.
- New examination dates and centres will be communicated to the affected candidates very soon.
This decision reflects JAMB’s commitment to ensuring fairness and transparency throughout the 2025 UTME process.
Context: System Failures and Rising Frustrations
The move follows multiple reports from various parts of the country where:
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- Candidates faced long delays due to computer malfunctions.
- Some candidates, in extreme frustration, vandalized computers and other equipment at certain CBT centres.
- Tensions rose as technical issues caused confusion and distress among students who had prepared for months.
While condemning the vandalism, JAMB reminded all candidates to exercise patience and maintain discipline during the examination period.
What Candidates Should Do Now
JAMB has advised affected candidates to:
- Remain calm and await official communication from the Board regarding their rescheduled exams.
- Regularly check JAMB’s official website (www.jamb.gov.ng) and their registered email or phone number for updates.
- Ignore fake information circulating online and rely only on verified announcements.
Final Words
The Board has reassured candidates, parents, and stakeholders that it remains fully committed to conducting a credible, smooth, and fair UTME for all.
Rescheduling exams for candidates affected by system errors shows that JAMB is taking steps to protect the rights and opportunities of every student.
Candidates are urged to stay hopeful — your chance to succeed is still very much alive.