JAMB Latest News Update for Today, Tuesday 29th April 2025

Here are the key updates on the ongoing 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) for today, Tuesday, 29th April 2025:

Over 40 Candidates Arrested for Examination Malpractice

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has confirmed that over 40 individuals have been arrested for examination malpractice so far in the 2025 UTME.
Most of the offenses involved impersonation.

JAMB has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards any form of malpractice, and those caught are already being prosecuted.

Smooth Conduct Across Majority of CBT Centres

Despite isolated issues in some centres, most candidates and parents have praised the smooth conduct of this year’s UTME.
Reports show that many centres recorded efficient verification, functional systems, and timely starts without major hitches.

Special Arrangements for Visually Impaired Candidates

JAMB made special arrangements for 501 visually impaired candidates across 11 centres nationwide.
Their examinations are taking place on April 28 and 29, showing JAMB’s continued effort to ensure inclusiveness for all candidates.

Senate Pushes for More CBT Centres Nationwide

In a new development, the Senate Committee on Tertiary Education has proposed the creation of CBT centres in all 774 local government areas across Nigeria.
This plan aims to reduce the hardship candidates face traveling long distances to examination centres, and to make future UTME exercises more accessible.

Rescheduling for Candidates Affected by System Errors

JAMB has assured candidates who experienced technical glitches during their exams that they will be rescheduled.
Affected candidates are advised to reprint their examination slips soon to check their new dates and centres.

This decision follows recent incidents where system errors disrupted exams in some centres.

Clarification on Examination Time

JAMB has once again clarified that:

• Exams begin officially at 8:00 a.m.
• Candidates are expected to arrive by 6:30 a.m. for verification and accreditation processes.

The Board explained that the early arrival time is to ensure that all necessary checks are completed before the exam start time, avoiding delays.

Final Words

As the 2025 UTME continues, JAMB urges all candidates to:

• Stay calm.
• Avoid misinformation.
• Follow only official announcements from JAMB’s verified platforms.

More updates are expected in the coming days as the examination progresses nationwide.

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