JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede tearfully apologised for the glitches and errors in the 2025 UTME, acknowledging the trauma caused to hundreds of thousands of candidates during a press conference in Abuja on Wednesday.
- Oloyede admitted to "one or two errors" in the conduct of the 2025 UTME.
- 379,997 candidates from Lagos and the South-East were affected and will retake the exam.
- The board is reviewing its processes to avoid future disruptions and restore confidence.
In an emotional moment rarely seen in public service, Prof. Oloyede broke down in tears, showing deep remorse for the impact of the glitches. His apology reflects growing pressure to address educational system lapses and protect student futures.
Will JAMB’s swift admission and planned rescheduling be enough to rebuild trust in its exams? The outcome may shape perceptions of fairness in Nigeria’s tertiary education admissions going forward.
