Outgoing JAMB Registrar Prof. Is-haq Oloyede hands over to his successor Prof. Segun Aina. X/@JAMBHQ
The newly appointed Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Segun Aina, has pledged to safeguard the integrity of the examination body, describing it as the foundation of every achievement the institution records.
Aina made the pledge on Friday during his formal handover ceremony at JAMB’s National Headquarters in Bwari, Abuja.
He said trust and integrity are the pillars of any credible institution, stressing that technological innovation and operational efficiency are meaningless without transparency and public confidence.
“Trust is not built by speeches; it is built by decisions, by the choices we make when no one is watching, by the standards we refuse to compromise and by the value that every Nigerian can place in the fairness of this institution,” he said.
“That is why the first commitment of my stewardship is simple: we shall protect the integrity of JAMB with everything the law permits. Integrity is not merely one of our values; it is the foundation upon which every other achievement rests. Without integrity, technology becomes a tool for manipulation; without integrity, efficiency loses its meaning; without integrity, public confidence disappears.”
The new registrar vowed to adopt a zero-tolerance approach to examination malpractice and admission-related fraud, warning that individuals and groups seeking to compromise the nation’s tertiary admission process would face the full weight of the law.
He said JAMB would intensify efforts to expose and prosecute examination syndicates, impersonators, certificate forgers, cybercriminals and corrupt officials through the deployment of advanced technology, intelligence gathering and stronger institutional oversight.
According to Aina, protecting the integrity of public examinations is not only about enforcing regulations but also about ensuring that hardworking and deserving candidates are not denied opportunities through fraudulent practices.
He added that the Board would strengthen collaboration with security agencies and other stakeholders while adopting global best practices to tackle emerging forms of examination fraud and protect its systems from abuse.
Aina also unveiled plans to improve service delivery by simplifying procedures, enhancing communication with candidates and institutions, and leveraging technology to make JAMB’s services more efficient and user-friendly.
He said his vision is to build a transparent, accessible and citizen-focused institution where candidates and parents receive timely information and professional support without unnecessary frustration.
Describing JAMB as a key institution in shaping the future of millions of young Nigerians, Aina thanked President Bola Tinubu for entrusting him with the leadership of the Board and pledged to justify the confidence through diligent service.
He also acknowledged the support of the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, and promised to work closely with the Federal Ministry of Education in advancing reforms aimed at strengthening the country’s education sector.
The new registrar paid tribute to former JAMB registrars, including pioneer Registrar Michael Saidu Angulu, Mohammed Abubakar, Bello Salim, Dibu Ojerinde and his immediate predecessor, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, for their contributions to the institution’s growth.
He reserved special praise for Oloyede, commending his reforms and efforts to restore public confidence in JAMB, adding that the seamless handover reflected the Board’s culture of continuity and professionalism.
Reflecting on his appointment, Aina described it as a full-circle moment, recalling that he served at JAMB as a National Youth Service Corps member nearly two decades ago.
He said returning to lead the institution was both humbling and inspiring, pledging to build on its achievements while positioning the Board to meet the demands of an evolving educational landscape.
