Prof. Segun Aina set to take over as JAMB registrar
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board is preparing for a leadership transition as Prof. Ishaq Oloyede hands over to Prof. Segun Aina. The official handover ceremony is scheduled to be broadcast live, with the public invited to witness this significant event. Prof. Segun Aina brings extensive experience in digital infrastructure and examination systems to his new role. The appointment was announced by President Bola Tinubu, who expressed confidence in Aina's ability to build on past reforms.
What we know
- The official handover ceremony will take place on Friday, July 31, 2026, at 10am, with a live broadcast on JAMB's social media platforms.
- Prof. Ishaq Oloyede is concluding his tenure as registrar, making way for Prof. Segun Aina.
- Prof. Segun Aina is a Professor of Computer Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, with expertise in digital infrastructure and examination systems.
- The Presidency described Aina as one of Nigeria’s youngest professors of Computer Engineering and the youngest registrar in JAMB’s history.
- President Bola Tinubu expressed confidence that Aina will strengthen the operations of JAMB and continue the reforms started by Oloyede.
