The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a stern warning to candidates against committing registration infractions or violating the attestation signed during the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) registration process.
The Board’s Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, delivered the warning on Monday as the registration exercise, which commenced on 26th January, enters its third week.
Speaking with media executives penultimate week, as contained in JAMB’s weekly bulletin released on its website on Monday, Professor Oloyede emphasised the gravity of registration offences.
“Registration infraction is a serious offence,” the Registrar stated, noting that candidates may be barred from sitting the UTME for up to three years.
“In addition, names of defaulters may be published by the Board in the national dailies as well as circulated to other public examination bodies.”
Professor Oloyede further disclosed that defaulters could also be handed over to the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), or the Nigerian Police for prosecution.
Addressing the attestation signed by candidates during registration, the Registrar explained that the declaration requires candidates to provide true and accurate information in their applications and supporting documents. He emphasised that any attempt to falsify data would result in appropriate sanctions.
“The attestation clause, now an integral part of the application documents, has been incorporated into the registration process due to lessons learned from previous legal battles with candidates,” Professor Oloyede explained.
He also highlighted that the attestation serves as a formal verification process, confirming the authenticity of academic credentials and all information submitted during registration, helping to prevent fraud.
The Registrar urged candidates to avoid providing fictitious information, warning that such actions could jeopardise their chances of gaining tertiary education.
JAMB said the measures are aimed at protecting the integrity of the UTME process and ensuring fair play for all candidates.
Last Updated on February 25, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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