The Nigeria Police Force has deployed additional security personnel to all JAMB examination centres nationwide ahead of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, which begins on April 16, 2026. This move follows unverified reports questioning the safety of some centres in a North Central State. Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, stated in a press release issued Thursday in Abuja that the claims were unfounded but acknowledged public concern. He confirmed that both overt and covert security measures are in place, including routine patrols, perimeter checks, and rapid response teams at strategic locations. The police are working with other security agencies to monitor threats and prevent disruptions. Anyone attempting to interfere with the exam will be swiftly apprehended. Candidates are urged to arrive early, follow guidelines, and report suspicious activities. The public is advised to ignore social media rumours and rely only on official updates from JAMB and the NPF.
Nigerian students sitting for the 2026 UTME can expect heightened security at exam centres, reducing the risk of disruptions in high-risk areas. This deployment ensures a safer testing environment, which is critical for candidates whose performance affects university admissions.
The move reflects growing awareness of how insecurity can impact academic activities, especially in regions affected by unrest. With JAMB being a pivotal gateway to tertiary education, any threat to exam integrity directly affects national education outcomes. This proactive police response may set a precedent for how security is managed during major national academic events.
Students should remain vigilant, follow instructions at centres, and report suspicious behaviour to authorities.
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