JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Resit Results and Addresses Examination Malpractice Issues
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the results of the 2025 UTME resit examination, conducted for candidates affected by disruptions at specific centres nationwide.
This resit followed critical incidents that compromised examination integrity. However, beyond the resit, several alarming practices by some candidates, CBT centres, and school proprietors were unearthed, prompting swift responses by JAMB to safeguard the credibility of its examinations.
Key Resolutions from JAMB’s Stakeholders Meeting
After a comprehensive review by Chief External Examiners (CEEs), JAMB announced the following:
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Validation of Results: A sub-committee chaired by Prof. Olufemi Peters confirmed result integrity.
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Expert Analysis: Psychometrician Prof. Boniface Nworgu endorsed the results for public release.
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Under-aged Candidates: Results released for under-aged candidates who didn’t meet the admission benchmark. However, such results don’t qualify for admission.
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“WhatsApp Runs” Candidates: Results of those involved in social media misconduct were released under a one-time waiver.
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Mop-Up Opportunity: Absent candidates during the resit will be included in the upcoming annual mop-up exam.
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CBT Centres Sanctioned: All CBT centres found guilty of malpractice are blacklisted; owners and operators face legal actions.
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Tutorial Centres Under Scrutiny: JAMB calls for regulation of tutorial centres promoting malpractice.
Performance Statistics: 2025 UTME vs. Previous Years
Over 336,845 candidates were rescheduled. Performance remains within historical trends:
| Score Range | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2016 |
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| 300 & above | 17,025 (0.88%) | 8,401 (0.46%) | 5,318 (0.35%) | 829 (0.05%) |
| 250 & above | 117,373 (6.08%) | 77,070 (4.18%) | 56,736 (3.73%) | 30,756 (1.85%) |
| 200 & above | 565,988 (29.3%) | 439,961 (24%) | 355,689 (23.36%) | 568,847 (34%) |
| Below 200 | 1,365,479 (70.7%) | 1,402,403 (76%) | 1,166,787 (76.64%) | 1,091,311 (66%) |
These figures debunk claims that high scorers were excluded in the resit, as 99% scored below 200 in cancelled sessions.
JAMB Fights Fraud: Advanced Digital Malpractices Uncovered
JAMB disclosed several sophisticated cheating methods uncovered during the 2025 UTME, including:
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Remote Hacking of CBT Centre Networks
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AI-Powered Photo Impersonation
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Fingerprint Merging during Registration
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LAN Extension to Remote “Strong Rooms”
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Candidate-Mercenary Pairing
Over 3,000 candidates have been flagged for investigation. Some have already confessed to their involvement. Results will be withdrawn upon confirmed fraud.
Viral Fake Results: A Case in Point
JAMB also addressed a viral social media claim by Mr. Olisa Gabriel Chukwuemeka, who faked a 2025 UTME score of 326 using an old result of 203. The Board’s investigation exposed the forgery, and his account was deactivated after public backlash.
Genuine Candidates Reassured
All candidates with legitimate results need not recheck, except those notified directly by JAMB due to infractions. Shortcode services via 55019 or 66019 remain subsidised and safe for checking results.
Conclusion
JAMB expresses deep gratitude to WAEC, ABU, TRCN, NECO, and security agencies for their cooperation. The Board also commends the resilience of genuine candidates who remained undeterred during the resit phase.
JAMB reiterates its commitment to upholding examination integrity and advancing digital innovations while rooting out malpractice in Nigeria’s educational system.
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