JAMB names UNILORIN among 25 centres delisted for 2024 UTME

One of the computer-based test (CBT) centers designated at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) has been named among the 25 locations delisted following the 2024 mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Scheduled to commence on April 19 and conclude on April 29, the 2024 UTME is an essential exam for candidates seeking admission into tertiary institutions nationwide. Typically, the exam is conducted across accredited CBT centers located within academic institutions.

Out of the 907 CBT centers initially shortlisted for accreditation, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) validated 747 for the 2024 UTME following rigorous revalidation and integrity assessments. A mock UTME held on March 7 involved 260,000 candidates to gauge preparedness for the main exam.

However, a recent publication in JAMB’s weekly bulletin disclosed the delisting of 25 centers across various states including Delta, Ondo, Lagos, Imo, Plateau, Enugu, Anambra, Ogun, Osun, Benue, Edo, Ekiti, Gombe, Kaduna, Kwara, Zamfara, and Abuja.

Notably, the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) center 2 in Kwara state was among those delisted. The reasons behind the delisting of these centers remain unclear despite attempts to obtain clarification from JAMB’s head of public affairs, Fabian Benjamin, who did not respond to inquiries.

Kunle Akogun, the media spokesperson at UNILORIN, assured that the institution is actively engaging with JAMB on the matter, indicating that discussions were ongoing to resolve the issue.

Earlier in January, JAMB outlined stringent requirements for CBT centers participating in the 2024 UTME. These prerequisites included the installation of CCTV surveillance systems covering various areas within the exam center, connectivity to UPS systems, adequate space for holding rooms, and the prohibition of makeshift centers. Additionally, each center was mandated to possess a minimum of 250 functional laptop systems with individual cubicles.

As of now, the specific violations leading to the delisting of these centers remain undisclosed, pending further communication from JAMB.