JAMB Registrar's Tearful Apology After Exam Glitch Affects 370,000 Students

Nigeria's JAMB Exam Results Glitch Causes Registrar's Tearful Apology In a shocking turn of events, the registrar of Nigeria's Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Is-Haq Oloyede, publicly apologized for significant glitches in the 2025 exam results. The technical issues affected over 370,000 students at 157 examination centers nationwide. The incident sparked outrage among students and parents. "As registrar of JAMB, I hold myself personally responsible for the negligence of the service provider," Oloyede stated, visibly emotional during a press conference. His voice cracked with emotion as he apologized for the distress caused. JAMB has since announced plans to allow affected students to retake their exams. The board is contacting candidates via text message to schedule new exam dates. This swift action demonstrates a commitment to rectifying the situation and ensuring fairness for all students. The incident highlights the importance of robust technological infrastructure for large-scale examinations. The emotional impact on students and parents underscores the gravity of the situation, and the registrar's public apology and immediate action to resolve the issue are commendable.