08. April 2026
Admin
JAMB Tells Parents, Qualified Candidates to Protest Admission Bias
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has encouraged parents and candidates who believe they are qualified for admission but were not offered placement to voice their concerns and protest perceived admission bias.
Quick Insight: The registrar said the current Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) ensures transparency, so candidates confident in their scores should raise issues directly instead of turning to illegal routes.
Why This Call Was Made
JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede made the appeal during an interview on the NTA programme *Good Morning Nigeria*. He explained that many parents still resort to unauthorised means for securing admission, even though the system is designed to be fair and merit-based.
CAPS and Transparency
Oloyede highlighted that the **Central Admission Processing System** (CAPS) has greatly improved fairness in admissions. He noted that since its implementation, there have been no major systemic issues reported, and the platform should make it easier to spot and challenge unfair outcomes.
What Parents and Candidates Should Do
Parents and candidates who believe their UTME scores justify admission to a programme or institution should **submit formal complaints to JAMB** rather than resort to illegal alternatives. The registrar said that when candidates have legitimate claims, the board can intervene appropriately.
Strengthening Verification
Oloyede also explained that JAMB has enhanced verification for direct entry admissions to curb forged qualifications. The board checks degree certificates directly with awarding institutions—including foreign universities—to ensure legitimacy.
Reaffirming Fairness
Officials stressed that JAMB remains committed to merit-based admissions and that CAPS makes the process transparent and accountable. Candidates and families are urged to use the established channels to challenge perceived bias rather than engaging in illegal activities.
Final Thoughts
By urging qualified candidates and their parents to speak up, JAMB aims to build confidence in the admissions process — ensuring fairness and discouraging illegal routes. Open dialogue and proper grievance channels are seen as key to fixing issues when they arise.
Tip: If you believe an admission decision is unfair, always use official complaint channels and provide clear evidence — this helps institutions handle cases quickly and transparently.
