JAMB introduces measures to reduce admission anxiety, warns against identity fraud

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has implemented measures to alleviate admission stress for candidates while cautioning against identity fraud, JAMB Registrar Professor Segun Aina announced during an event marking the board's 2026 Customer Week.

During a meeting with candidates at the board's Abuja Zonal Office, Aina explained that the new measures aimed to enhance transparency, bolster public trust, and simplify the process for candidates to access their accounts and resolve personal information issues. He emphasized the board's efforts to reduce the anxiety candidates face while awaiting admission decisions by providing clearer information about their admission status.

JAMB has also utilized technology to enable candidates to update their registered phone numbers and email addresses when they lose access to their accounts. The registrar disclosed that the board is collaborating with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to address concerns related to candidates' personal details and ensure their records are accurately aligned.

However, Aina issued a stern warning against candidates exploiting the new flexibility to change their identities fraudulently, stating that offenders would face the full force of the law. He cautioned that if someone attempts to alter their entire name, they would be closely monitored, and if deemed to be exploiting the system, they would face legal consequences.

Aina stressed that these reforms were part of JAMB's commitment to improving service delivery while maintaining the integrity of the admission process. He affirmed that the board remains dedicated to ensuring that deserving candidates gain admission based on merit, without relying on personal connections or influential contacts.