The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has dismissed rumours of threats to candidates sitting the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), describing the claims as unfounded. In a statement released on Tuesday, Force Public Relations Officer Anthony Placid said the police were aware of circulating concerns about candidate safety, particularly in a North Central state, but confirmed there was no basis for the allegations. The NPF has deployed rapid response teams, increased overt and covert security, and initiated routine patrols and perimeter checks at examination centres nationwide. The police are working with other security agencies to monitor potential disruptions, and warned that anyone attempting to sabotage the exams would be swiftly apprehended. Candidates and parents were urged to report suspicious activities to on-site security and to avoid sharing unverified information on social media. The 2026 UTME is scheduled for April 16 to April 25, 2026.
Nigerian candidates preparing for the 2026 UTME can proceed with confidence, knowing that the police have implemented visible and covert security measures at all examination centres. The deployment of rapid response teams and inter-agency collaboration means that safety protocols are stronger than in previous years, reducing the likelihood of disruptions during the exam period.
This level of preparedness reflects a growing recognition of the importance of safeguarding national exams, which are critical to university admissions through JAMB. With past incidents of exam-related anxiety and misinformation, the proactive police stance helps maintain public trust in the integrity of the process. For parents and students, the key step now is to focus on preparation and compliance with exam rules, while staying alert and reporting any unusual activity to authorities on site.
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