Admission not for sale, JAMB warns applicants

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has cautioned prospective university students against engaging with third parties claiming they can secure admission into tertiary institutions. The board issued a stern warning on Monday, urging candidates to adhere to the standard admission procedures and verify their application status through official JAMB channels to prevent being targeted by fraudsters.

According to JAMB, admission is not a commodity that can be bought or sold. The board emphasized that no individual or online platform should be approached for payment in exchange for promises to influence admission decisions. "Admission is not for sale! Don't pay anyone to secure your admission," the board declared in a statement.

Candidates are advised to exercise caution and refrain from interacting with anyone or any platform that requests money to influence admission outcomes. JAMB sternly warned against accepting admission offers outside the approved Central Admission Processing System (CAPS). The board also cautioned candidates to safeguard their personal information and avoid sharing sensitive details with unauthorised entities.

The warning comes as part of JAMB's ongoing efforts to shield candidates from admission-related scams. The board aims to protect the integrity of the admission process and prevent candidates from falling victim to fraudulent schemes.