JAMB Flags Thousands of Illegal Admissions Nationwide — Board Clamps Down on Unauthorized Offers Across Institutions

JAMB Flags Thousands of Illegal Admissions Nationwide

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has intensified efforts to crack down on illegal admissions across Nigeria’s tertiary institutions. In a recent nationwide audit, the board flagged thousands of unauthorized admission cases, including candidates who were admitted without proper documentation or through unofficial channels. This move comes as part of JAMB’s broader mandate to … Read more

No UTME/DE Form Fee Increase for 2026 Registration — JAMB Assures Applicants of Stable Registration Cost

UTME/DE Form Fee

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially confirmed that there will be no increase in the registration fees for the 2026 UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) and Direct Entry (DE) forms. This announcement comes as a relief to millions of Nigerian students and their parents who annually prepare financially to participate in these … Read more

Affordable Universities Candidates Should Consider for 2026 UTME — List of Accessible Universities for UTME Aspirants

Affordable Universities

Every year, thousands of Nigerian students sit for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) with hopes of securing admission into top universities. While some candidates dream of elite federal or private universities, the reality is that tuition and living costs can be prohibitively high for many families. For these students, choosing affordable universities becomes a … Read more

Automated Unity Schools Admission System Introduced Nationwide — Education Ministry Launches Automated Placement to Streamline Secondary School Admissions

Automated Unity Schools

In a transformative move for secondary education in Nigeria, the Federal Ministry of Education has officially launched a nationwide Automated Unity Schools Admission System. This initiative is designed to modernize, streamline, and centralize the admission process for Unity Colleges the federal government-owned secondary schools known for academic excellence and rigorous selection processes. For decades, admission … Read more

FG Bans Admission and Transfer into SS3 Schools to Tackle Exam Malpractice — New Policy Aims to Curb Malpractice and Strengthen Learning Continuity

Tackle Exam Malpractice

In a major development affecting millions of secondary school students, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced a nationwide ban on the admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School 3 (SS3) in both public and private schools. The policy set to take effect from the 2026/2027 academic session is part of a broader … Read more

Court Orders Halt to Admissions at Major Nigerian Universities — Federal High Court Suspends 2025/2026 Admission Processes in UNILAG & OAU

Federal High Court Suspends 2025/2026 Admission Processes in UNILAG & OAU

Thousands of Nigerian students who were preparing to gain admission into two of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) were thrown into confusion after a shocking legal development. The Federal High Court has ordered a temporary halt to the 2025/2026 admission processes of both institutions following a … Read more

JAMB Clears 85 Underage Candidates for Exceptional Admission — Board Admits High-Performing Students Below Official Minimum Age After Screening

AMB Clears 85 Underage Candidates for Exceptional Admission

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has made a historic decision that is already reshaping conversations around education in Nigeria. In a rare move, JAMB announced that 85 underage candidates have been officially cleared for admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions after passing a rigorous screening process for exceptional academic performance. This announcement has drawn … Read more

FG Confirms JAMB Still Mandatory for Tertiary Admissions Amid Rumours

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(Education Ministry debunks claims that JAMB is no longer needed for university entry in Nigeria) In recent weeks, thousands of Nigerian students, parents, and education stakeholders have been thrown into confusion by viral social media posts and misleading blog articles claiming that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is no longer required for admission … Read more

She Thought Her Chances Were Gone, But a Last-Minute Update Saved Her Admission: How Monitoring CAPS and School Portals Can Turn Things Around

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For many students, securing admission into their preferred university feels like the ultimate goal. She thought her chances were gone weeks of anticipation and anxiety had culminated in a disappointing status on her school portal. She had followed all the instructions carefully, submitted her documents, and even cleared the acceptance fee, yet the portal showed … Read more

Final-Year Students Discovered Too Late That One Subject Was Missing: How O’Level Combinations Affect Admission Even After Approval

How O’Level Combinations Affect Admission Even After Approval

For many final-year students, seeing their name on the admission list or receiving a letter of acceptance is a moment of celebration. However, this excitement can quickly turn into disappointment when they discover that one critical O’Level subject was missing. Universities and polytechnics in Nigeria do not rely solely on raw scores; they carefully check … Read more