Jamb stakeholders meet utme

You're referring to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) stakeholders meeting on the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

Here's a summary of the meeting:

Date: [Insert date] Location: [Insert location]

Objective: The meeting aimed to discuss and address various issues related to the UTME, including the recent controversies and challenges faced by candidates.

Attendees: The meeting was attended by various stakeholders, including:

  1. JAMB officials
  2. University vice-chancellors
  3. Polytechnic rectors
  4. College of Education provosts
  5. Education ministry officials
  6. Representatives from the National Universities Commission (NUC)
  7. Representatives from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)
  8. Other relevant stakeholders

Key discussions:

  1. UTME registration issues: The meeting discussed the challenges faced by candidates during the UTME registration process, including technical issues and difficulties in accessing the JAMB portal.
  2. Mock examination: The stakeholders discussed the introduction of a mock examination to help candidates prepare for the UTME and reduce anxiety.
  3. UTME format: The meeting touched on the possibility of introducing a new format for the UTME, including the use of technology to reduce cheating and improve the overall examination process.
  4. Admission process: The stakeholders discussed the admission process, including the criteria for admission and the role of JAMB in the process.
  5. UTME results: The meeting addressed concerns about the accuracy and reliability of UTME results, including the issue of candidates being denied admission due to errors in their results.

Decisions and outcomes:

  1. UTME registration extension: JAMB extended the UTME registration period to [insert date] to allow more candidates to register.
  2. Mock examination: JAMB agreed to introduce a mock examination to help candidates prepare for the UTME.
  3. UTME format review: JAMB will review the UTME format to explore new ways to reduce cheating and improve the examination process.
  4. Admission process review: JAMB will review the admission process to ensure that it is fair and transparent.
  5. UTME results review: JAMB will review the UTME results to ensure that they are accurate and reliable.

Next steps:

  1. JAMB will implement the decisions and outcomes of the meeting.
  2. The stakeholders will continue to work together to address the challenges faced by candidates and improve the UTME process.
  3. JAMB will provide regular updates on the UTME process and results to candidates and stakeholders.