Canadian Resident Discovers JAMB Sent Wrong UTME Registration Slip to Her Email
A Nigerian woman residing in Canada has publicly raised concerns after receiving a registration slip intended for another candidate from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). Modupe Adeboye-Ayoroh took to social media platform X to share the incident, displaying the slip that was erroneously sent to her email address.
Details of the JAMB Registration Error
The registration slip belonged to a candidate named Oladimeji Ayomide Darasimi, who is presumably preparing for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). JAMB had officially opened registration for the 2026 UTME on Monday, January 26, announcing comprehensive timelines, examination fees, and operational guidelines for candidates across Nigeria.
Modupe explained that she believes this was an administrative error on JAMB's part. She immediately appealed to internet users who might know the intended recipient to help connect the candidate with her registration documents. The Canada-based woman expressed her inability to directly contact JAMB about the mistake since the email came from a "noreply" address, preventing her from sending a response through that channel.
Online Reactions to the JAMB Incident
The woman's social media post generated significant attention and various responses from Nigerian netizens:
- Some users suggested she should attempt to email the candidate directly
- Others noted that the error might have originated from the candidate's end during registration
- Several commenters pointed out that the candidate could still obtain a hard copy from registration centers
- Some users praised her for tagging JAMB's official account and hoped for an official response
- A few speculated that the young woman might have made an error while providing her email address during registration
JAMB Registration Process and Guidelines
Meanwhile, JAMB Registrar Professor Ishaq Oloyede has previously emphasized the importance of candidates thoroughly studying examination guidelines before registering. Understanding these rules remains crucial for avoiding sanctions during both the registration and examination processes.
The UTME serves as an annual examination conducted by JAMB for Nigerian students seeking admission into the country's tertiary institutions. While it remains a fundamental component of Nigeria's educational system, some citizens have occasionally called for its review, suggesting that candidates should have more flexibility in choosing their preferred institutions and courses of study.
This incident highlights the importance of accurate data entry during the JAMB registration process and raises questions about email verification protocols within the examination board's registration system.
