The announcement was made by the spokesperson of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, Fabian Benjamin, who stated that the decision was part of resolutions reached at the 2026 JAMB Policy Meeting.

The reform is designed to improve access to teacher training and agriculture-related studies, which are seen as key sectors for national development and human capital growth.

Under the new arrangement, applicants to Colleges of Education in the specified fields will no longer be required to take the UTME as part of the admission process.

The policy is scheduled to take effect from the 2027 admission cycle and is expected to expand opportunities for students interested in teaching and agricultural careers.

However, JAMB clarified that the exemption applies only to Colleges of Education, while universities and polytechnics will still require candidates in similar programmes to sit for the UTME.

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According to the commission, this step is intended to address the excessive and careless distribution of such honors while safeguarding the credibility of academic titles. Under the updated policy, only institutions that have successfully produced their first batch of PhD graduates are permitted to award honorary degrees.

The NUC clarified that individuals who receive honorary doctorates are not allowed to place “Dr.” before their names. Instead, they should indicate the honor after their names using proper titles, such as Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa) – D.Sc (H.C). It emphasized that the “Dr.” designation is reserved exclusively for those who have earned doctoral qualifications or are certified medical practitioners.

Additionally, the new directives forbid any monetary demands or expectations from recipients, stressing that such honors must be granted purely on merit and without cost.

To ensure stricter oversight, universities are now restricted to awarding no more than three honorary degrees during each convocation ceremony.

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The announcement was made by the Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, during a formal ceremony in Abuja, where he confirmed that the elevation had been approved by the Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa.

The newly appointed directors are Mrs. Funmilola Fauzziyyah B. Usman, who now heads Information Technology Services; Mr. Abdulsalam Mohammed, appointed Director of Procurement; Mr. Jauro Jamilu, who will oversee the Ilorin Zonal Office; and Mr. Olukayode Dada, now Director of the JAMB Training School in Kaduna.

Speaking at the event, Oloyede congratulated the appointees and urged them to justify the trust placed in them through commitment, discipline, and professionalism.

He emphasized that their new responsibilities require strong integrity and a deeper sense of duty in carrying out their roles.

The Registrar also disclosed that JAMB has submitted a request to the Ministry of Education for the approval of three additional director appointments, adding that further leadership adjustments may follow once approval is granted.

According to the board, the restructuring is part of ongoing reforms aimed at strengthening leadership capacity and ensuring a more efficient and credible admission process into tertiary institutions nationwide.

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In a statement issued by JAMB spokesperson, Dr. Benjamin Fabian, posted via his personal X account, that the board said the purported result, which indicates that a candidate scored 396, was fabricated and did not originate from its system.

“A purported result slip currently being circulated, claiming that a candidate scored 396 in the 2026 UTME, is entirely fake. It is surprising that such a fabrication is being shared by otherwise well-informed Nigerians,” Fabian said.

He explained that UTME results are strictly view-only, noting that the document in circulation appeared on a falsified template.

“Firstly, the Board has clearly stated that UTME results are view-only. The circulated document appears on a fabricated result template, which on its own is sufficient indication that it is not authentic,” he said.

Fabian also pointed out inconsistencies in the registration number displayed on the slip.

“Secondly, the Board’s registration numbers are system-generated and do not follow the pattern ‘20269’ as seen on the fake slip. There are several other inconsistencies that, even at a glance, expose the result as fraudulent,” he added.

The board urged the public to disregard the fake result and rely only on official channels for accurate information, stressing that all UTME results are currently accessible on a view-only basis.

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According to a statement from the Board’s Public Communication Adviser, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, the results are now accessible for candidates to check. However, the option to print result slips has not yet been activated.

The statement further revealed that two examinees along with a parent are presently being held in connection with alleged manipulation of results using artificial intelligence tools and other electronic devices.

JAMB cautioned that anyone found guilty of such misconduct would face appropriate legal sanctions.

It also assured the public that the examination process is still ongoing and that additional results will be released progressively.

To access their scores, candidates are instructed to send “UTMERESULT” via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number used during registration.

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The examination, conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), began on Thursday April 16, at accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres nationwide, as candidates sat for their scheduled sessions under strict supervision and updated examination guidelines.

JAMB disclosed that 2,243,816 candidates enrolled for this year’s examination, marking a 10.5 per cent rise compared to the 2.03 million candidates recorded in 2025.

To strengthen the credibility of the process, the board has introduced biometric authentication and live monitoring technology throughout the examination period.

According to JAMB, any candidate whose biometric data fails verification will be rescheduled for another date at designated centres.

Candidates were also instructed to print their examination notification slips from the official JAMB portal to confirm their exam dates, venue, and time, and to report at their centres at least one hour before their allotted session.

State-by-state registration data released by the board showed that Lagos State recorded the highest number of applicants with 381,814 candidates.

It was followed by Ogun with 137,156, Oyo with 122,662, Kaduna with 103,498, and the Federal Capital Territory with 102,961.

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The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed more than ₦206 billion to students across 270 institutions nationwide within 23 months of its launch.

Since the portal opened in May 2024, NELFUND has received 1,751,669 applications, with 1,164,222 students benefiting from the scheme.

The total disbursement are as follows:

• ₦128.84 billion went directly to institutions for tuition fees.
• ₦77.45 billion was released to students as upkeep allowances.

Speaking on the programme, NELFUND Managing Director Akintunde Sawyerr assured that no eligible student will be barred from examinations due to financial challenges. He highlighted that the scheme is designed to cover both tuition and living expenses, making higher education more accessible to underprivileged students.

The Fund also reported 969 new applications in its latest update, marking a 0.1% increase and indicating sustained public interest and confidence in the programme.

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The Ministry was conferred with a Special Recognition Award by the SERVICOM Office, Presidency, under the #SERVICOMWORKSHERE initiative, in acknowledgement of its sustained efforts in bridging the gap between government and citizens through quality service delivery.

In addition, the Ministry emerged as the 2nd Best Performing Ministerial SERVICOM Unit (MSU) and also received commendation for maintaining high service standards.

Further demonstrating its commitment to innovation and efficiency, the Ministry secured five outstanding awards in Information and Communication Technology (ICT), reflecting its strategic use of digital tools to enhance service delivery and operational effectiveness.

The awards were presented to the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education, Mr. Abel Olumuyiwa Enitan, during the Second Management Meeting of the first quarter of 2026. The presentation was made by the Director, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Mrs. Zainab Abubakar, alongside the Assistant Director overseeing the Office of the Director, Reforms Coordination and Service Improvement Department, Mr. Yiman Innocent.

These recognitions collectively underscore the Ministry’s unwavering commitment to improving service standards, strengthening accountability, and delivering effectively on its mandate.

Speaking at the Management Meeting, the Permanent Secretary emphasised the need for all departments and staff to ensure the effective and uncompromising implementation of the Ministry’s mandate. He noted that, as a leading institution within the Federal Civil Service, the Ministry bears the responsibility of setting standards for other Ministries, Departments, and Agencies to emulate.

He further urged staff to pay close attention to detail in all official duties, particularly in written communication, documentation, and administrative processes. The importance of professionalism, accuracy, and alignment in official correspondences was strongly highlighted.

Mr. Enitan also stressed the need for adequate preparation and coordination in official engagements, noting that lapses in planning and execution could negatively impact the image and efficiency of the Ministry. Departments were encouraged to improve responsiveness and ensure the timely submission of required information to support informed decision-making.

Reinforcing the principle that prevention is better than cure, the Permanent Secretary called for proactive planning and deliberate execution of responsibilities to minimise avoidable errors and inefficiencies.

Directors and departmental heads were reminded of their critical role in strengthening internal processes and ensuring their units operate efficiently, noting that any weakness within a department can affect the overall performance of the Ministry.

The Ministry further emphasised that commitment, proactiveness, accuracy of information, and deliberate action remain essential to achieving institutional goals and sustaining high performance standards.

The Federal Ministry of Education remains steadfast in its commitment to strengthening its systems, enhancing service delivery, and maintaining its position as a leading institution within the Federal Civil Service.

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Inaugurating the Ministerial Monitoring, Evaluation and Implementation Committee, the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa, CON, described the intervention as a strategic investment to strengthen practical training, innovation, and global competitiveness in Nigerian universities.

He emphasised that the allocation, dedicated strictly to engineering and technology upgrades, is separate from regular 2026 TETFund disbursements. Success, he noted, will be measured by functional facilities, improved hands-on competencies, and job-ready graduates.

The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund, Sonny Echono, reaffirmed the Fund’s commitment to infrastructure renewal in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Beneficiary institutions include the Federal University of Technology Minna, Federal University of Technology Akure, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, and others.

The Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, strict procurement compliance, and measurable outcomes in delivering the intervention.

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According to a statement posted on its official website on Monday, March 2, 2026, the sale of application documents began today and will close on Saturday, April 25, 2026.

The statement reads: “2026 Direct Entry Registration: This is to inform prospective DE applicants that the sale of application documents has commenced today, Monday, 2nd March 2026, and will end on Saturday, 25th April 2026. Please note that this service can be accessed only at our offices nationwide.”

Prospective candidates are advised to obtain their application docum

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