JAMB Cracks Down: Parents Near CBT Centres During Exams to Be Arrested

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has taken decisive steps to ensure the integrity of the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) by ordering the arrest of any parent found within proximity to Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres during the examination period. This directive was issued by Prof. Isaq Oloyede, the Registrar of JAMB, in a virtual meeting with CBT centre operators and owners. The move is part of a broader strategy to eliminate any forms of examination malpractice and ensure a fair testing environment.

In light of past incidents where parents have not only intruded but also disrupted the smooth running of examinations, JAMB has decided to enforce this rule stringently. According to a statement by Dr Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s spokesperson, this initiative targets parents who compromise the examination’s conduct either by facilitating cheating or causing disturbances. This year, security personnel will collaborate closely with CBT centre staff to monitor and implement these new regulations effectively.

🚨 Policy	Parents banned near CBT centres
📆 Date	During 2024 UTME
🚔 Enforcement	Arrest by CBT centre owners
📚 Purpose	Prevent examination fraud
📢 Announcement	Made by Prof. Isaq Oloyede
📞 Spokesman	Dr Fabian Benjamin
🏢 Exam Venues	700 CBT centres nationwide
🛑 Penalty	Disqualification of candidates

Key Points to Understand About the 2024 UTME Parental Restrictions:

• Strict Enforcement: Parents found violating this directive will have their children disqualified from the examination.
• Security Measures: Enhanced cooperation between CBT centres and security agencies will be visible to manage the examination’s decorum.
• Examination Integrity: The goal is to prevent any action that might jeopardise the fairness and security of the UTME.

Parents have been known to bring underage children to examinations, against the national policy on education, which requires a candidate to be at least 17 years old. This rule enforcement also addresses the issue of underage candidates being smuggled into the examination venues.

JAMB is committed to a seamless examination process across approximately 700 CBT centres nationwide. The board has made provisions to address any technical glitches that might occur, ensuring that affected candidates will have their examinations rescheduled appropriately without disrupting the overall schedule.

What Candidates Need to Know:

• Stay Informed: Ensure you are aware of all the guidelines and comply with them to avoid any issues during the examination period.
• Be Prepared: In case of any technical difficulties, remain calm. The board has plans in place to manage such situations efficiently.

By adhering to these guidelines, JAMB aims to uphold the highest standards of examination conduct, thereby ensuring that all candidates have a fair chance to succeed based on their merits. Remember, it is essential for everyone involved to contribute to maintaining the integrity and credibility of the UTME.

For more details on how to print your JAMB examination slip ahead of the 2024 UTME, please follow this link: 2024 UTME: How to print your JAMB exam slip.

This robust approach by JAMB not only underscores the importance of a disciplined examination environment but also enhances the credibility of the entire process, ensuring that all participants adhere to the established norms and regulations.