UTME begins smoothly at FCT CBT centre
The Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) started across Nigeria with over 2.2 million candidates expected to participate. At the Rosa Mystica Academy CBT centre in Byazhin, Kubwa, the process was orderly and free of technical issues during the morning session. Peter Idu and Adeosun Olawola confirmed that candidates complied with rules and that all systems functioned well. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has implemented strict guidelines and technological measures to ensure a fair and efficient examination.
What we know
- The UTME is being held at 966 accredited computer-based test centres nationwide, with multiple daily sessions to manage the large number of candidates.
- At Rosa Mystica Academy CBT centre, 236 out of 250 scheduled candidates were successfully screened and admitted for the 8:30 a.m. session, according to Peter Idu.
- Strict compliance with examination guidelines was observed, including the prohibition of unauthorised items and early candidate briefings.
- Adeosun Olawola reported that all technical and environmental systems were functioning well, following thorough preparations and a dummy test conducted the previous day.
- JAMB has deployed biometric verification and real-time monitoring systems, and has reiterated its zero-tolerance policy on exam malpractice.
