During the final briefing with Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre owners, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announced strict measures for the upcoming 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, relayed that parents would face arrest if found near any CBT centre during the exam.
This directive, issued by JAMB Registrar Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, aims to curb the disruptive behavior of some parents witnessed in previous exams.
Oloyede emphasized that disobedience would result in the disqualification of the student. This decision stems from the observation that some parents have facilitated exam fraud in the past.
Additionally, there have been cases of impostors posing as parents to commit infractions.
Oloyede highlighted that candidates must meet the age requirement of 17 years as per national education policy, indicating that parents escorting underage students are attempting to compromise exam integrity.
Regarding the logistics of the exam, Oloyede assured that preparations are complete for the 2024 UTME, scheduled to take place across 700 CBT centres nationwide.
While anticipating a smooth process, the Board has contingencies in place to address any technical issues that may arise during the exam.
In the event of a technical glitch, affected candidates will be rescheduled accordingly, ensuring fairness and integrity in the examination process.
