Kaduna ex-lawmaker sponsors 3,000 students for 2026 JAMB
A former Nigerian legislator sponsors 3,000 low-income students for the upcoming JAMB exam through his foundation to help alleviate financial barriers.
Report centres charging above N8,700 UTME fee, JAMB tells candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board in Nigeria has urged candidates to report any test centres overcharging for UTME registration fees, reaffirming the approved fee structure.
Foundation pays JAMB fees for 40 Ekiti students
A foundation has covered the registration fees for 40 secondary school students in Ekiti State to support their education in technology and healthcare.
JAMB projects 23.8 billion naira IGR, expands UTME centres to 1,000
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) of Nigeria announced a target of 23.8 billion naira for internally generated revenue in 2026, an increase from the previous year, while also expanding Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) centres to 1,000.
12,860 candidates register for UTME in Jigawa
12,860 candidates have registered for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in Jigawa state, Nigeria, according to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board.
Firm unveils App to boost students grades
A new app called 'Prep50' has been launched to help Nigerian students improve their examination scores in major tests like JAMB and WAEC.
Interswitch strengthens JAMB registration payment infrastructure
Interswitch has enhanced the payment infrastructure for the 2026 JAMB registration by providing secure channels for candidates to purchase their exam ePINs.
UTME candidates risk prosecution, ban for false information – JAMB
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board warns that candidates providing false information during UTME registration may face prosecution and a three-year ban.
2026 UTME: False information can cost you admission, JAMB warns candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board in Nigeria has warned candidates against registration infractions for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, stating that violations could lead to severe penalties including barring candidates from the examination.
No extension for 2026 UTME registration after February 26 deadline — JAMB
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced the strict deadline for the registration of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, urging candidates to finish their registration by February 26, 2026, with no extensions allowed.
NOA conducts 2026 staff promotion exam nationwide
The National Orientation Agency conducted its 2026 nationwide promotion examination with the assistance of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, marking the second year of their Computer-Based Testing format.
Nigeria: No Ban On Undergraduate Registration for University Entrance Exams, Says Nigeria's Matriculation Body
Nigeria's Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board clarifies that undergraduates are allowed to register for university entrance exams without affecting their current admissions.
Foundation pays JAMB, WAEC fees for 80 Anambra students
The Joseph Onuorah Foundation has funded exam registration fees for 80 underprivileged students in Anambra State.
Nwoko offers 1,500 Delta North students free JAMB registration
Senator Ned Nwoko has launched a program providing free JAMB registration for 1,500 students from Delta North, aimed at facilitating their access to higher education during the 2026 UTME exercise.
JAMB suspends exam towns’ selection for 2026 UTME candidates in Ekiti
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has halted the selection of exam towns for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination in Ekiti to improve accessibility for candidates.
JAMB offers PWDs free UTME forms
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that persons with disabilities will receive free application documents for the 2026/2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination.