The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a warning to candidates registering for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), stating that providing false information during the registration process can result in serious consequences.
Ishaq Oloyede, the Registrar of the Board, delivered this caution as the registration for the examination, which commenced on January 26, is currently in its third week.
Oloyede made these remarks while addressing members of the press in the week prior, as reported in JAMB’s weekly bulletin released recently.
He underscored that breaches of registration rules are significant offenses, with potential penalties including disqualification from participating in the UTME for a duration of up to three years.
“Violating registration laws is a serious matter,” Oloyede stated, adding that the names of those found in violation might be published in major national newspapers and shared with various public examination authorities.
The Registrar further mentioned that individuals who violate these regulations could face legal action, potentially being referred to law enforcement agencies including the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), or even the Nigerian Police for further investigation and prosecution.
Regarding the declaration that candidates are required to sign during registration, Oloyede explained that this attestation mandates applicants to furnish honest and exact information in their forms and all supplementary documentation.
“Any attempt to manipulate or falsify data will lead to suitable sanctions,” he affirmed.
He explained that the attestation clause was added to the registration process following insights gained from past legal challenges faced by candidates.
This clause serves as a formal verification tool designed to authenticate the academic credentials and related information submitted during registration to combat fraud.
Oloyede urged candidates not to submit false information, warning that such actions could jeopardize their opportunities for admission into higher institutions.
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