The Federal Ministry of Education has refuted reports in certain newspapers and online platforms claiming that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is no longer a requirement for admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions.
In a statement issued on Thursday in Abuja, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, dismissed the publication as false, unfounded, and misleading, clarifying that it did not originate from the Ministry.
The statement, signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Ministry, quoted the Minister as saying, “At no point did the Ministry issue or authorise any statement suggesting that JAMB is no longer mandatory for admission into tertiary institutions.”
He reaffirmed that JAMB remains the only legally recognised and statutory body authorised to conduct entrance examinations and oversee admissions into all tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
According to him, the existing admission process managed by JAMB remains “fully operational,” stressing that any contrary claims should be completely ignored.
The Minister restated the Ministry’s unwavering partnership with JAMB and other relevant agencies to uphold transparency, fairness, and integrity in the nation’s tertiary education admission system. He further emphasised that all admissions must continue to be based on merit and due process.
“The Ministry remains committed to protecting the credibility of the admission process and ensuring that the principles of merit and fairness are upheld,” he added.
The statement also urged media organisations, bloggers, and online platforms to verify information through official sources before publishing, in order to prevent misinformation and avoid creating unnecessary confusion within the education sector.
The Ministry further advised prospective students, parents, and tertiary institutions to depend solely on the official communication channels of the Federal Ministry of Education and JAMB for verified updates on admission matters and education policies.
“There has been no change in the role of JAMB, which remains central and indispensable in Nigeria’s tertiary education framework,” the statement concluded.
Members of the public were also encouraged to visit the official websites and social media pages of both the Federal Ministry of Education and JAMB for authentic information.
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