NOA has charged JAMB to adequately take measures to address concerns of candidates.
The National Orientation Agency NOA has urged the Joint Admission And matriculation Board JAMB to take proactive measures to issues affecting candidates during and after examinations.
The Director General NOA Alhaji Lanre Onillu made the call in a statement signed by the agency's Deputy Director media and Communication Paul Odeyeni and made available to globe fm Bauchi.
Mallam Lanre Onilu emphasized the need for JAMB to take initiating remedial measures that will directly address the concerns of candidates, parents, and other stakeholders affected by the errors and to recognize mistakes is the first step, redemption and restitution are other necessary steps to be taken.
According to him JAMB should provide another opportunity to the candidates as a way of redeeming the errors, it is imperative that JAMB considers appropriate compensation to mitigate the stress and anxiety these candidates may have suffered
He applauded JAMB for its exceptional transparency and accountability in addressing the challenges that followed the recently concluded 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination UTME.
NOA Boss described JAMB’s open acknowledgement of itsw lapses as a rare and commendable act of leadership, one that reflects a deep sense of institutional responsibility.
The Director General lauded the Registrar of JAMB, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, for demonstrating the kind of integrity and courage that public leadership demands noting that such act of forthrightness is not only a testament to Professor Oloyede’s personal values but also aligns with the principles of the National Values Charter NVC, which enjoins all public institutions to operate with the highest standards of transparency and accountability.
He stressed that the NOA remains unwavering in its commitment to promoting a governance culture anchored in trust, integrity, and mutual respect between citizens and institutions. “JAMB’s example should serve as a model for other public institutions. When institutions own their mistakes and act to correct them, they earn the respect and confidence of the people,” he stated.
Reflecting on the Citizen Codes under the National Values Charter, the DG reiterated that leadership is a collective responsibility saying that every citizen, whether in public service or private life, has a duty to uphold the core values of integrity, accountability, and transparency.
Mallam Onilu reaffirmed the resolve of the agency to continue its advocacy for responsible leadership and value-driven citizenship.
He noted that the Agency’s campaign to entrench the ideals of the National Values Charter across all levels of society will remain a central focus, as Nigeria strives toward a more ethical, inclusive, and responsible governance culture.
