The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the suspension of examination town selection for candidates registering for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Ekiti State. This decision was made to enable the board to restructure examination towns and ensure closer proximity to candidates, thereby reducing transportation challenges on examination days.
According to JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, the suspension is a temporary measure aimed at addressing structural anomalies detected in Ekiti’s examination towns’ configuration. “The 2026 UTME registration commenced before these anomalies were detected, necessitating urgent adjustments in the interest of candidates,” Benjamin explained.
The board usually allows candidates to select examination towns closest to their locations, but the anomalies in Ekiti’s configuration prompted the need for adjustments. “Consequently, candidates will be unable to select any examination town in Ekiti State while the adjustment process is ongoing,” Benjamin stated.
JAMB apologized for any inconvenience this may cause candidates wishing to select examination towns in Ekiti State. “The board regrets any inconvenience this temporary measure may cause candidates… As a matter of practice, JAMB continuously monitors its operations and promptly addresses challenges reported by candidates,” Benjamin said.
The restructuring process is expected to be concluded shortly, after which candidates will be able to select examination towns in Ekiti State. JAMB is committed to improving its processes to ensure all candidates are treated with dignity and respect.
Benjamin reaffirmed the board’s commitment to its candidates, stating that “JAMB continuously monitors its operations and promptly addresses challenges reported by candidates.” The board’s goal is to provide a smooth and fair examination process for all candidates.
This decision demonstrates JAMB’s proactive approach to addressing potential challenges and ensuring the integrity of the examination process. By restructuring examination towns, JAMB aims to reduce transportation challenges and create a more candidate-friendly environment.
The suspension of exam town selection in Ekiti State applies to all candidates registering for the 2026 UTME. Candidates are advised to monitor official updates from JAMB for further information on the resumption of exam town selection.
