Education

Mmesoma’s father apologises to JAMB, Nigerians, begs for daughter

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3 years ago

July 9, 2023

Romanus Ejikeme and daughter, Joy Mmesoma

Mmesoma’s father apologises to JAMB, Nigerians, begs for daughter

Mr. Romanus Ejikeme, father of Mmesoma Ejikeme, the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidate who falsified her result, has publicly apologised to the Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) and Nigerians.

According to a video interview with the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA), Mr Ejikeme claimed that his daughter lied to him, stressing that now that he had known the truth, he wished that JAMB could pardon his daughter.

He admitted to have made a mistake after the Anambra State government committee of inquiry set up to look into the controversy surrounding her daughter’s Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) result found her guilty of forging her result unaided.

Mmesoma’s father maintained that he did not know where his daughter registered for the examination, but that he gave her the money for the registration.

He said: “My daughter did not open up to me on time. When I realised her mistake, I blamed her.

“I told her, ‘Mmesoma, be careful. You know you are a star and will not dent your image’.

Meanwhile, former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has commended the outcome of the Anambra State panel report indicting Mmesoma Ejikeme of forging her JAMB result.

Ezekwesili spoke through her official Twitter handle @ obyezeks on Saturday.

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She noted that the panel’s investigation report showed that MsMmesoma had been given a fair hearing, and the facts from the reports showed that whatever consequences she got were fit for the action of her wrongdoing.

It would be recalled that the Anambra State government committee of inquiry set up to look into the controversy surrounding the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) result of Miss Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma indicted her of forging her result unaided.

The committee revealed in an eight-page report that Mmesoma admitted she forged her results, using her mobile phone without any plausible motivation or help from someone else.

The panel consisting of professors and ICT experts, reviewed all evidences from JAMB and Miss Mmesoma, recommended that she tenders an unreserved written apology to JAMB, her school (Anglican Girls’ Secondary School, Uruagu Nnewi) and the Anambra State government.

According to a press release by Prof. Nkemdili Nnonyelu, chairman of the committee, the results released by JAMB with respect to the UTME score of Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma is 249, and the results paraded by Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma with aggregate score of 362 is fake as buttressed by the very significant and instructive variations in the registration number, date of birth, centre name and other infractions.

“Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma admitted that she manipulated the fake results herself, using her phone.

“The Principal Anglican Girls’ Secondary School — Mrs. Edu Uche and the Education Secretary, Diocese of Nnewi (Anglican Communion) expressed dismay at the conduct of Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma.

The committee said: “That Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma tenders an unreserved written apology to JAMB, the School (Anglican Girls’ Secondary School, Uruagu Nnewi) and the Anambra State Government. This should be done immediately.

“Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma should undergo psychological counselling and therapy.

“All prospective candidates for JAMB Admission should adhere strictly to guidelines, processes and procedures of the examination body.

“The Committee of Inquiry commends JAMB for their diligent handling of the matter and the information supplied about the interface with the candidate (see attached).

“We hope that this unearthing of the truth as we have discovered will go a long way in correcting the sentiments, misconceptions and deceptions that have been in the public domain.

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“We thank Mr. Governor, Prof. Charles Soludo for setting up this Committee, and, for the confidence reposed in the committee.”

JAMB Reacts

Meanwhile, the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has said that it would always ensure credible, fair, and reliable assessments in its public examinations.

It stated this in reaction to the report of the panel set up by the Anambra State government to look into the controversy surrounding the UTME result of Miss Ejikeme Joy Mmesoma.

The committee’s report, which was released at the weekend, indicted the 19-year-old for forging her result unaided.

JAMB’s Head of Public Affairs and Protocol, Fabian Benjamin, stated in a statement that there had never been any doubt about the credibility of the examination body.

According to him, the panel’s report not only vindicated the body but also reaffirmed the fact that the examination body’s system could never be compromised.

He added that the board had been more determined than ever before in the fight to ensure a clean public examination sector, regardless of distractions from detractors.

While clarifying that Mmesoma had finally admitted to forging her result, the statement also revealed that her real age was 19, contrary to the belief held by many that she was 16.

The Board said: “The report of the Commission of Inquiry set up by the Anambra State Government, an independent and unbiased body, as demanded by some Nigerians to look into the Mmesoma saga, has vindicated the Board. This has further reinforced the position of the Board that its system was not and cannot be compromised.

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“It is to be noted that the Board has built a reputation in terms of the conduct of credible examinations over the years and cannot afford to fail the nation at this critical juncture of its development.

“Therefore, we will not despair in spite of the painful realisation that some Nigerians would do anything to cast aspersions on the good name of the Board.

“However, in spite of all the posturing of its detractors, the Board remains resolute and uncompromising in its commitment to give Nigeria the best as far as credible and fair assessment is concerned.

“In fact, the Board is, more than ever, determined to continue to forge ahead unmindful of the shenanigan of those who desire its fall.

“For the benefit of those who are still doubting the capacity of Ms. Mmesoma to commit this egregious crime and those who are pushing the narrative that the girl is just 16 years old, even against all available data that indicate her age as an adult of 19 years, Ms. Mmesoma has owned up to committing the heinous infraction, which was carefully crafted to destroy the very foundation of one of the nation’s agencies charged with the critical role of apportioning the limited educational resource of the nation based on fairness equity and integrity.

“It is, therefore, highly regrettable that some Nigerians, who do not believe in the strength and resourcefulness of their nation’s institutions, would latch on to any opportunity to pull the Board down to their level of perfidy.

“One vital lesson that Nigerians should learn from the imbroglio, is to learn to appreciate the genuine efforts of their critical national institutions to chart the course of national rebirth. Hence, this attitude of attacking everything that makes the nation proud even by people who should know better, is disheartening. The flip side of this is to infer that some ethnic jingoists had perhaps been elevated to public office and recognition beyond their mental and emotional capacity.

“The Board would continue to be guided by the principles of inclusiveness and fairness as demonstrated by its seamless and unprompted deployment of a dedicated software called the Central Admission Processing System (CAPS), which not only eliminates human interference in the admission process, but also engenders equity, fairness, transparency to all as we do not know tribe or religion.”

Mmesoma’s father apologises to JAMB, Nigerians, begs for daughter

Education

NYSC Releases Step-by-Step Guide for Date of Birth Correction on Portal

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5 days ago

June 8, 2026

Trends Admin

NYSC Releases Step-by-Step Guide for Date of Birth Correction on Portal

Nigeria – The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has outlined the procedure for prospective corps members seeking to correct their dates of birth on the NYSC portal following the release of call-up letters for the 2026 Batch B Stream I orientation exercise.

The scheme said affected prospective corps members (PCMs) must obtain a 19- or 20-digit WAEC Verification Pin before initiating the correction process on the portal. According to NYSC, candidates are required to complete their registration and log in to their dashboard to access the date-of-birth correction link.

Step-by-Step Procedure for NYSC Date of Birth Correction

To correct a date of birth on the NYSC portal, prospective corps members should follow these steps in order:

Obtain WAEC Verification Pin – Get a 19 or 20-digit WAEC Verification Pin from WAEC or any authorized bank branch. This pin is required to sync your details with the WAEC database.
Log in to Your Dashboard – Submit your initial registration, then log in to your NYSC dashboard to access the correction features.
Locate the Correction Link – Click on the “Correction of Date of Birth” link within your dashboard options.
Enter Your Details – Input your WAEC Verification Pin, select your WAEC Type, choose your Year of Examination, and enter your Examination Number.
Verify Information – Click on the “Verify” button to allow the system to sync your data with the WAEC database.
Submit or Cancel – Click SUBMIT to save your changes or CANCEL if you need to review the information further.

According to an NYSC clarification issued prior to the call-up letter release, the Date of Birth correction option only becomes available on PCM dashboards after call-up numbers have been issued. The NYSC urged prospective corps members to remain calm and assured them that once their call-up numbers are available, the portal will automatically reflect the correction option.

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Beyond date of birth correction, the NYSC also allows prospective corps members to request corrections for name (must exactly match certificates), course of study, class of degree, and qualification. The scheme directed prospective corps members whose names on their certificates or statements of results do not exactly match the names uploaded on the NYSC portal to contact their institutions and ensure the records are properly aligned before proceeding to camp.

The development comes as NYSC released call-up letters for the 2026 Batch B Stream I orientation course. The scheme also warned that PCMs whose dates of graduation on their call-up letters do not match the dates on their statements of results will not be registered at orientation camps. NYSC advised affected candidates to resolve such discrepancies through their Student Affairs Officers (SAOs) before reporting to camp. The same warning applies to corps members with inconsistencies in their date of birth records.

The scheme announced that some prospective corps members deployed to Lagos State will undertake their orientation course in camps located in Ekiti, Kwara, Ondo, Ogun and Osun states. Similarly, some corps members posted to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will have their orientation exercise in Benue, Nasarawa, Kogi, Kano and Kaduna states. The NYSC urged prospective corps members to print and sign their call-up forms ahead of registration at their respective orientation camps.

The date of birth correction process on the NYSC portal is free. The NYSC strongly advises all prospective corps members to triple-check their details before submitting their registration. Your Date of Birth, Date of Graduation, and Course of Study will appear on your Certificate of National Service or Exemption Certificate. Once you register at camp, you cannot correct these details anymore. Complete all necessary corrections before your orientation camp date to avoid issues during registration and ensure a smooth NYSC experience.

NYSC Releases Step-by-Step Guide for Date of Birth Correction on Portal

Education

NYSC Releases Call-Up Letters for 2026 Batch B Stream I – See How to Print Yours

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5 days ago

June 8, 2026

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NYSC Releases Call-Up Letters for 2026 Batch B Stream I (How to Print NYSC Call-Up Letter)

NYSC Releases Call-Up Letters for 2026 Batch B Stream I – See How to Print Yours

Abuja, Nigeria – The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially released the call-up letters for prospective corps members (PCMs) in the 2026 Batch B Stream I exercise. The scheme also issued a stern warning against night travel to orientation camps. The announcement was made on Monday, June 8, 2026, via the NYSC’s official channels. Prospective corps members are now able to log into the NYSC portal to check their state of deployment and print their call-up letters ahead of the orientation course.

The NYSC announced that some prospective corps members deployed to Lagos State will undertake their orientation course in camps located in Ekiti, Kwara, Ondo, Ogun, and Osun states. Similarly, some corps members posted to the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) will have their orientation exercise in Benue, Nasarawa, Kogi, Kano, and Kaduna states.

The 2026 Batch B Stream I Orientation Course is scheduled to commence on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, and will run until Tuesday, June 30, 2026. Registration and verification of prospective corps members will begin on Wednesday, June 10, and close at midnight on Friday, June 12, 2026. The swearing-in ceremony will take place on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. across all orientation camps nationwide. Prospective corps members are advised to note that registration portals and physical documentation at camps will close strictly at midnight on Friday, June 12, 2026. Failure to register before this deadline may result in forfeiture of participation in this stream.

The NYSC Osun State has announced that it is set to host the 2026 Batch B Stream I Orientation course at the NYSC permanent orientation camp, Ede. The swearing-in ceremony will be presided over by the Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke, while the Chief Judge of Osun State, Hon. Justice Oyebola Adepele Ojo, will administer the National Pledge and NYSC Oath of Allegiance on the prospective corps members. The scheme also called on the people of the state, especially the NURTW, to assist prospective corps members in locating the orientation camp with ease.

The NYSC reiterated its warning against night travel for prospective corps members heading to orientation camps. The scheme advised corps members to break their journeys by 6:00 p.m. and seek accommodation at designated safe locations such as corps lodges, military formations, police stations, or traditional rulers’ palaces before continuing their trips the following morning.

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The NYSC outlined several critical guidelines for prospective corps members ahead of camp registration. The scheme warned that prospective corps members whose dates of graduation on their call-up letters differ from those on their statements of results will not be registered at the orientation camps. Affected candidates were advised to resolve such discrepancies through their Student Affairs Officers (SAOs) before reporting for camp. The NYSC also directed prospective corps members whose names on their certificates or statements of results do not exactly match the names uploaded on the NYSC portal to contact their institutions and ensure the records are properly aligned before proceeding to camp. Additionally, the scheme outlined the procedure for correcting dates of birth on its portal. Affected corps members are required to obtain a 19- or 20-digit WAEC verification pin, complete their registration, log in to their dashboard, access the date-of-birth correction link, enter the required examination details, verify the information and submit the request.

How to Print NYSC Call-Up Letter

Prospective corps members can print their call-up letters by following these steps:

Go to the NYSC portal at http://portal.nysc.org.ng
Click on the “Login here” icon
Login with registered email and password
Click on ‘Print Call Up Letter’ link to access and print the document

PCMs are advised to print and sign their call-up forms ahead of registration at their respective orientation camps.

As preparations for the 2026 Batch B Stream I Orientation Course gather momentum, the NYSC has emphasised the importance of equipping young Nigerians with the skills and values needed to drive national development. The Director-General of the NYSC, Brigadier General Olakunle Nafiu, stated in his keynote address during the 2026 Batch ‘B’ Pre-Orientation Course Workshop that orientation courses must serve as milestones of impact and renewed citizenship. He further noted that as the corps population continues to grow, it is imperative for state governments to appreciate and fulfill their obligations to the Scheme through the provision of befitting and functional orientation camps. Nafiu also advocated the constructive use of digital media tools and public perception platforms to train Corps Members in responsible digital conduct and effective community mobilisation. He further revealed the need to prioritise security awareness and sustain close collaboration with security agencies to ensure the safety of orientation camps.

The NYSC organizes its mobilization process into batches and streams to ensure efficient management of the large number of graduates participating in the national service program each year. Batches are groups of graduates mobilized at different times of the year, with Batch B typically beginning around June or July. Streams are subdivisions within each batch, created to avoid overcrowding at orientation camps and ensure smooth logistics. The entire service year lasts 12 months, beginning with the three-week orientation course and ending with a Passing-Out Parade (POP).

NYSC Releases Call-Up Letters for 2026 Batch B Stream I – See How to Print Yours

Education

WAEC Drops 24-Hour Exam Delivery Policy After Fatal Crash Kills Three Officials

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5 days ago

June 8, 2026

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WAEC Drops 24-Hour Exam Delivery Policy After Fatal Crash Kills Three Officials

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has reverted to its traditional 48-hour examination material distribution system after a controversial 24-hour delivery policy triggered nationwide logistical disruptions, late-night examinations and the tragic death of three officials in Gombe State.

The decision comes amid growing criticism from parents, school administrators, education stakeholders and lawmakers over the conduct of the ongoing West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), which has been plagued by delays in the delivery of question papers to examination centres across the country.

Investigations indicate that the 24-hour delivery model was introduced by WAEC management as part of efforts to strengthen exam security and prevent the leakage of examination papers. The policy significantly reduced the time between the printing of question papers and their delivery to custodial centres nationwide.

However, insiders familiar with WAEC operations disclosed that the examination body traditionally relied on a 48-hour distribution cycle, which provided sufficient time for the secure transportation of examination materials across Nigeria’s vast and often challenging road network.

The compressed timeline reportedly placed enormous pressure on logistics personnel responsible for transporting sensitive examination materials. Staff members were forced to embark on long-distance journeys within a limited period, often travelling overnight through difficult road conditions and security-prone routes.

The challenges soon became evident as examination centres across several states reported delays in receiving question papers. Thousands of candidates were left waiting for hours before examinations could commence.

In some locations, students sat for papers late into the evening under poor lighting conditions, while others reportedly depended on alternative light sources to complete their examinations. The situation sparked widespread outrage and renewed concerns about the welfare of candidates.

The latest disruptions also revived memories of similar challenges recorded during previous examination cycles. Earlier this year, WAEC acknowledged that examination leakages, security concerns and logistical setbacks contributed to delays that forced some candidates to write papers at unusually late hours.

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As pressure mounted on the examination body, a tragic incident further exposed the risks associated with the new delivery framework.

Last Wednesday, three WAEC officials lost their lives in a fatal road accident while transporting confidential examination materials along the Gombe-Yola Road in Gombe State.

The deceased officials were identified as Eleshin Dennis Olayinka, Dan-Malam Add’ua Muhammed and Yusuf Umar Gwamna.

According to reports, the officials were travelling in a pick-up van loaded with examination materials when an oncoming trailer allegedly veered off its lane and collided head-on with their vehicle near Billiri Local Government Area.

The impact of the crash reportedly killed all three officials instantly.

The tragedy sent shockwaves through the council and reportedly affected the morale of several field officers involved in the ongoing examination exercise.

In an emotional condolence message circulated to staff members nationwide, WAEC’s Head of National Office, Dr. Amos Dangut, described the incident as a painful reminder of the sacrifices made by council employees in the discharge of their duties.

He expressed sympathy to the families of the deceased officials and prayed for the strength to bear the loss.

Sources within the examination body disclosed that concerns about staff safety, operational sustainability and the growing public backlash over delayed examinations contributed to the decision to abandon the 24-hour delivery model.

WAEC has now restored the 48-hour distribution system in a move aimed at stabilising logistics operations and ensuring the smooth conduct of the remaining papers in the ongoing WASSCE examination.

The reversal is expected to ease pressure on delivery teams and reduce the likelihood of further delays in the movement of examination materials across the country.

The development has reignited debate about how best to balance exam security, operational efficiency and the welfare of both candidates and examination officials.

Education stakeholders have urged WAEC to adopt more sustainable solutions, including improved logistics planning, stronger collaboration with security agencies and the deployment of technology-driven measures to safeguard examination materials.

Many observers believe the latest crisis provides an opportunity for a comprehensive review of Nigeria’s examination administration framework to ensure that efforts to curb malpractice do not compromise the safety of personnel or the academic experience of candidates.

As the WAEC examination continues nationwide, stakeholders are hopeful that the return to the 48-hour distribution model will help restore confidence in the examination process and prevent further disruptions.