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A step-by-step guide to JAMB registration

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Are you a Nigerian student looking to further your education at the tertiary level? If yes, you’ll likely need to take the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has kick-started the registration process for the 2024/2025 Universal Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) examinations. If you plan to register for JAMB exams, you’re in the right place.

This exam is a significant step towards gaining admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria.

If you’re unsure how to go about the registration process; this guide is here to walk you through each step, ensuring you’re well-prepared and confident in registering for the JAMB exam.

Before diving into the registration process, it’s important to grasp the fundamentals:

  • The JAMB form is exclusively for candidates seeking admission into the university.
  • Registration is strictly conducted at JAMB offices.
  • Candidates cannot apply for both JAMB DE and UTME in the same year.
  • The registration fee for DE is set at N3,500, with additional charges totalling N6,200 for candidates not sitting for the mock exam and N7,700 for those who are.

First things first, you need a National Identification Number (NIN). The NIN is mandatory for registering for the JAMB exam. If you don’t have one yet, visit the nearest National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) enrolment centre to get registered. Remember to bring along any required documents, such as your birth certificate and a recent passport photograph. For more information, check the NIMC website.

Creating a JAMB profile is your first official step in the registration process. Send your NIN to 55019 or 66019 in the format: NIN [space] Your 11-digit NIN number. For example, “NIN 00123456789”.

You’ll receive a confirmation code and a 10-digit profile code, which would be very essential.

The next step is to buy the JAMB registration e-Pin. You can purchase this from:

  • JAMB accredited banks,
  • NIPOST offices,
  • Participating Mobile Money Operators (MMO),
  • Participating Microfinance Banks (MFB),
  • Online platforms like Quickteller and Remita.

The e-Pin is like a ticket that grants you access to the online registration portal. Keep this pin safe because you’ll need it for your registration.

You have several payment options for your JAMB registration fee:

  • Bank payment: Use the e-PIN generated on the JAMB portal.
  • Online payment: Use your ATM card or USSD code on the JAMB portal.
  • POS payment: Available at any accredited CBT or JAMB office.

With your e-Pin ready, profile code and confirmation code in hand, proceed to any JAMB office or CBT Centre to complete your registration. Here’s what you should expect:

  • Biometric enrollment: This involves capturing your fingerprints and photographs.
  • Filling out the registration form: You’ll provide personal information, preferred institutions, course of study, and O’Level results. If you’re awaiting results, you can indicate this.
  • Choice of examination town: You’ll choose where you wish to take the exam. Choose a location that is convenient for you.

The CBT centre will provide a printout once your registration is complete, including your exam schedule (date, time, and venue).

If you lose your profile code or haven’t received your e-PIN:

Send [RESEND] to 55019 or 66019 for the profile code.

Send [UTMEPIN] for UTME or [DEPIN] for DE to 55019 or 66019 to retrieve your e-PIN.

After registration, it’s time to buckle down and prepare for the exam. Utilise JAMB’s syllabus and past questions to guide your study. You can find study materials at bookshops, online, or even enrol in a tutorial class. Consistent practice is key to excelling in the JAMB exam.

A few weeks before the exam, JAMB will allow candidates to print their examination slips from their website. This slip contains your specific exam details, including the venue, date, and time. To print your slip, visit the JAMB website, click on the ‘Print Examination Slip’ service, and enter your registration number or e-Pin.

On the day of the exam, arrive early at the exam centre with your exam slip and a valid ID (your NIN slip is ideal). Follow all instructions given by the examiners and focus on answering the questions to the best of your ability.

JAMB usually releases exam results within a few days. To check your result, you can send an SMS with the word ‘RESULT’ to 55019 using the same phone number you registered with. Alternatively, you can check online by visiting the JAMB portal, clicking on ‘Check UTME Examination Results’, and entering your registration number.

  • Stay informed: Keep up-to-date with JAMB announcements by regularly checking their official website.
  • Practice ethical conduct: Engage in honest preparation and avoid exam malpractice, as it can lead to disqualification.

By following these steps, you’re well on your way to successfully registering and preparing for the exam. Remember, preparation is key, so take advantage of the resources available to you and put in the effort required to achieve your desired score. Good luck with your JAMB registration and examination!

Please note that while direct links to JAMB or related resources aren’t provided here, always visit the official JAMB website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Governor Abba Yusuf donates N2m to islamic school

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Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has donated N2 million to Mu’assasatu Balarabe Bello Hamza Islamic School, located on Sokoto Road in the state capital.

The donation was announced during the Qur’anic graduation ceremony of 13 students held on Sunday at the school premises.

Represented by the Commissioner for Education, Ali Haruna Makoda, the governor highlighted the significance of learning the Holy Qur’an and applying its teachings in daily life.

He congratulated the graduating students, their parents, and teachers on the milestone and encouraged them to expand their knowledge beyond religious studies.

A press statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment at Kano Government House, Usman Gwadabe, revealed that certificates were presented to the 13 graduates during the event.

Speaking at the occasion, the Head Teacher, Mallam Jamilu Yusha’u, stated, “The school was named after the late Balarabe Bello Hamza, who established the school for special extra lessons for children during the holidays.”

However, he prayed to the Almighty Allah to forgive him and reward him for the good work he did for the benefit of humanity.

In his remarks, the Director-General of Protocol, Kano Government House, Alhaji Abdullahi Ibrahim Rogo, who delivered the vote of thanks on behalf of the parents and the school authorities appreciated Yusuf’s good gesture for the “donations and for his administration’s readiness toward improving the educational sector in the state.”

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UNIOSUN mandates new students to apply for student loan

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The Vice-Chancellor, Osun State University, Professor Clement Adebooye, has mandated the institution’s fresh students to apply for Federal Government student loan anchored by the National Education Loan Fund, NELFUND.

This is as he disclosed that the university could only admit 11,000 students out of the 30,000 that applied for the 2024 academic session.

Speaking at the 18th Matriculation ceremony held at the Olagunsoye Oyinlola Auditorium at the main campus in Osogbo on Friday, he assured the newly admitted students of the timely completion of their courses of study.

He disclosed that the FG loan scheme would make learning easy for the new students due to the ongoing economic crisis in the country; hence, new students must apply for the loan.

His words, “I must also seize this opportunity to announce to you the opportunity for student loans provided by the Federal Government through NELFUND. As this is an intervention to cushion the effect of economic hardship on students, the management of this institution has decided that every new student must apply and access it to further make student life easy for you”.

He charged the newly admitted students to work tirelessly to achieve academic progression, saying they are among the few lucky ones to gain admission.

“It will interest you all to note that well over 30,000 candidates applied for admission into the university this year. Of this lot, we are only able to admit 11,000 (approximately one-third) into the various academic programmes across colleges and campuses. Though this means you are among the very lucky few admitted, it also shows you have all it takes to be undergraduates in any Nigerian university.

“But then, you all have to note for your all-time guidance that it is not everyone that starts any race that usually completes the race. The race in this context is competence building and knowledge acquisition, which come with regular lectures, assignments, tests, examinations, and character moulding all through your residency here.

“In this esteemed institution, we uphold the values of integrity, discipline, and moral uprightness. Social vices such as examination malpractice, cultism, indecent dressing, drug abuse, sexual harassment, and truancy are strongly condemned,” he added.

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Outrage as students reject renaming of UniAbuja after Yakubu Gowon

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Students of the University of Abuja have vehemently opposed the Federal Government’s decision to rename their institution after former military leader Yakubu Gowon.
The announcement, approved by the Federal Executive Council on Monday, December 16, has sparked widespread protests.

Mohammed Idris, the Minister of Information and National Orientation, disclosed the council’s resolution following its final 2024 meeting at Aso Rock Villa. However, students and alumni immediately reacted with anger.

On Thursday, December 19, students rallied at the university’s main gate, holding placards with messages such as “The voice of men is the voice of God,” “We stand for UniAbuja,” and “Solve hunger problems, not renaming UniAbuja.”

Comrade Nkem Silas, President of the Students Union Government (SUG), urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to reconsider the decision.

“Renaming the university can have psychological effects on students. We will formally express our concerns to the Federal Ministry of Education through the Vice Chancellor,” Silas said.

Prof Jeremiah Vambe, an alumnus and lecturer in the Department of Public Administration, also criticised the move.

“Renaming the university involves economic, legal, and psychological costs. The law establishing the University of Abuja must be amended to accommodate this change,” Vambe explained.

Comrade Adamu Abdulbasit, President of the Abuja Indigenous Students Association (AISA), proposed an alternative.

“Instead of renaming UniAbuja, the Federal Government should complete the abandoned University of Science & Technology in Abaji and name it after Ladi Kwali University, Abuja,” Abdulbasit suggested.

The protests highlight the growing discontent among students and stakeholders, who see the renaming as threatening the university’s identity and legacy.

Calls for a reversal are gaining momentum as the controversy unfolds.

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