Over 2.2 million candidates sat for the 2026 UTME across Nigeria, but technical glitches at some CBT centers sparked a blame game between JAMB officials and center operators over responsibility for the disruptions.
The Muslim Public Affairs Centre demands action against an Ibadan exam centre for allegedly forcing Muslim female candidates to remove hijabs during UTME, citing violations of JAMB guidelines and constitutional rights.
Ogun State Police Command has deployed officers to 72 CBT centres to ensure security for the 2026 UTME, with measures including patrols and coordination with JAMB officials.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has started the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination across Nigeria, with the first session proceeding smoothly at a CBT centre in NAF Valley Estate.
A major controversy erupted during the 2026 UTME in Ibadan as officials allegedly denied entry to Muslim female candidates wearing hijab, violating religious rights and JAMB guidelines. Islamic groups and the public intervened, leading to JAMB officials s
A Nigerian parent expresses deep safety concerns after her daughter was assigned a UTME 2026 examination centre in a different part of Jos, questioning JAMB's allocation system amid security fears.
A candidate for the 2026 JAMB exam has voluntarily removed her tinted hair to comply with examination regulations, highlighting the importance of adherence to rules for Nigerian students.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has shifted the 2026 UTME start time in Jos from 8:30am to 9am due to security concerns from an ongoing curfew in Plateau State, affecting candidates from April 16-25.
The Nigeria Police Force has dismissed rumors of insecurity at JAMB examination centers, deploying personnel nationwide to ensure a safe environment for candidates as the 2026 UTME begins.
JAMB and the Nigeria Police Force have dismissed rumors of insecurity affecting the 2026 UTME, assuring enhanced security measures and adjusted exam times in flashpoints like Plateau State.
A JAMB 2026 candidate shared her emotional journey on TikTok after successfully locating her examination centre before the exam day, kneeling at the gate to thank God for the challenging discovery.
JAMB has activated the 2026 UTME reprint portal, enabling candidates to access and print their examination slips with details on CBT centers, dates, and times. Authorities advise early printing and center familiarization to avoid errors.
A 2026 UTME candidate went viral after posting her exam schedule and the N1,000 she paid for reprinting her JAMB slip, sparking reactions from others sharing their own experiences.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has completed preparations for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate across 966 centers nationwide.
A 2026 UTME candidate expressed frustration after being assigned to a distant Lagos centre with a 6:30 am exam slot, sparking widespread reactions and empathy from netizens online.
A University of Jos medical student praised his physics tutor for helping him achieve 351 in JAMB and 98 in physics, sharing the tutor's inspiring eight-year journey to medicine.
A Nigerian UTME 2026 candidate expressed joy after discovering her examination schedule, highlighting a nearby venue and favorable timing. Many social media users shared similar experiences.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has clarified that the revised 2026 UTME timetable for weekday sessions now applies to Saturday examinations. Candidates must follow the uniform schedule to avoid confusion.
Students and parents in Jos express anxiety as JAMB candidates are posted to volatile areas in Plateau State for the 2026 UTME. Stakeholders urge exam board to review posting strategy to ensure safety.
JAMB has released a detailed list of examination malpractices and penalties for the 2026 UTME, including offences like impersonation and device possession, with sanctions ranging from cancellation to prosecution.
A Nigerian student's emotional breakdown went viral after checking his JAMB 2026 reprinting slip, revealing dissatisfaction with his assigned exam location and time. Social media users flooded with support and shared similar experiences.
As thousands prepare for UTME 2026, road safety becomes crucial. Follow these 10 essential tips from security experts to ensure safe travel to exam centers across Nigeria.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has updated the 2026 UTME timetable, adjusting daily session structures across CBT centres. Candidates must verify their assigned times and adhere to strict reporting schedules.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released a comprehensive list of 23 items banned from 2026 UTME examination halls. Only HB pencils and exam slips are permitted as JAMB intensifies anti-malpractice measures.
A Nigerian TikToker's viral video details JAMB's strict 2026 UTME rules, including only three permitted items and mandatory biometric verification to prevent impersonation.
A JAMB 2026 candidate expressed joy by dancing after seeing her posted exam location, confidently stating she will pass the exam. Details are emerging from this human-interest story.
A JAMB 2026 candidate has raised alarm after finding science subjects instead of art subjects on her reprinted exam slip, just days before the test. The viral TikTok post has drawn sympathy and advice from netizens.
A first-year medical student at UNIJOS shares essential chemistry topics for JAMB 2026 candidates, focusing on atomic structure, stoichiometry, and organic chemistry to boost scores.
A Nigerian JAMB candidate has gone viral on TikTok for highlighting the wave-particle paradox as a crucial but often missed topic in the physics syllabus, urging peers to review it ahead of the 2026 exams.
A candidate for the 2026 JAMB examination has expressed distress after discovering the scheduled date, posting a photo online. Details are emerging about this incident affecting Nigerian youths.