The House of Representatives has launched an investigation into the widespread technical failures reported during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, UTME, a critical university entrance exam administered by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB.
The resolution followed a motion of urgent public importance moved during Thursday’s plenary by Hon. Adewale Adebayo, a lawmaker representing Osun State. The motion gained unanimous support from members who expressed deep concern over the implications of the errors on students’ academic futures and the integrity of Nigeria’s educational system.
This move comes after JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, openly admitted during a press briefing in Abuja on Wednesday that technical issues — including server disruptions and biometric verification failures — affected thousands of candidates during the examination period.
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According to Oloyede, several computer-based test centers experienced connectivity breakdowns that resulted in incomplete submissions and loss of data. Some candidates reported being logged out mid-exam, while others claimed their scores were significantly lower than expected due to systemic faults.
Lawmakers emphasized the need for a thorough investigation into JAMB’s technical infrastructure, procurement processes, and the performance of accredited CBT centers. They also called for a review of the examination board’s crisis response mechanisms, data backup protocols, and vendor accountability.
In his remarks, Adebayo stressed that many affected students have been left in a state of confusion and distress, with some unable to access or appeal their results.
“This isn’t just a technical hiccup — this is a failure that threatens the future of our youth and the credibility of our institutions,” Adebayo said.
The House Committee on Education has been mandated to summon JAMB officials, technical service providers, and key stakeholders to appear before it for a public hearing. The committee is expected to submit its findings and recommendations within four weeks.
Meanwhile, parents, civil society groups, and student unions have applauded the National Assembly’s response, urging the federal government to consider compensation for affected candidates and enforce reforms that will prevent a recurrence.
This is a developing story, and updates will follow as the investigation progresses.
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