JAMB clarifies O’Level verification, says previously uploaded results remain valid

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reassured candidates that O’Level results previously uploaded on its platform remain valid, following concerns over the Board’s new result verification arrangement.

The clarification is expected to ease concerns among candidates preparing for the 2026/2027 admission exercise, particularly those who had already submitted their WAEC, NECO and other O’Level results and were unsure whether they needed to repeat the process.

JAMB said candidates who uploaded their O’Level results during the current registration exercise, after the release of their examination results or in previous years under the earlier upload system do not need to re-upload their results simply because the new verification process has been introduced.

The Board also said such candidates are not required to obtain a new verification code under the new arrangement.

JAMB Acting Director of Public Affairs and Protocols, Dr Fabian Benjamin, made the clarification in a statement issued in Abuja following what the Board described as numerous complaints and enquiries from candidates.

Benjamin explained that results submitted through the previous upload process remain available on JAMB’s platform and will continue to be recognised for admission purposes.

“Candidates in this category are therefore not required to take any further action regarding the verification code,” the Board stated.

The Board urged candidates who have already uploaded their results not to panic or make unnecessary repeat submissions.

According to JAMB, the introduction of the new verification system is not intended to invalidate legitimate O’Level results that were previously uploaded. Rather, it is designed to strengthen the verification and authentication of candidates’ academic qualifications.

The new arrangement is aimed at helping to prevent the use of fake or falsified O’Level results in Nigeria’s tertiary education admission process.

JAMB explained that candidates whose results were uploaded under the previous system would have their qualifications subjected to the appropriate verification by their respective institutions where necessary.

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This means that the new process primarily concerns the authentication of results, rather than requiring every candidate with an existing valid upload to start the process again.

The distinction is important for candidates who may have interpreted the introduction of a verification code as a requirement to upload their results afresh.

JAMB’s clarification means that a candidate whose O’Level result is already properly uploaded should not create a duplicate submission solely because the Board has introduced an additional verification mechanism.

However, candidates who have not yet uploaded their O’Level results remain required to do so when their results become available.

JAMB’s admission guidelines provide that candidates awaiting O’Level results should upload them to the Board’s portal once they are released. The Board also requires institutions to consider candidates’ relevant qualifications as part of the admission process.

The verification process is part of JAMB’s wider effort to improve data integrity and credibility in the admission system.

With millions of candidates seeking admission into Nigerian universities, polytechnics, colleges of education and other tertiary institutions, the accuracy of academic records remains a major consideration in admission processing.

The Board has increasingly relied on digital systems and data-sharing arrangements to enable institutions to access and verify candidates’ information.

JAMB’s Central Admissions Processing System, CAPS, is also central to the admission process, providing institutions with a platform through which admission recommendations and candidate information are processed.

For candidates, the latest clarification means that they should avoid unnecessary duplicate uploads and instead monitor their JAMB profiles for any official notification requiring further action.

Candidates who encounter genuine problems with their O’Level results or other records have also been advised to use JAMB’s official channels rather than relying on unauthorised agents.

The Board has repeatedly warned candidates against handing their registration details or sensitive information to individuals who claim they can manipulate admission records.

Candidates are particularly advised to ensure that their names, dates of birth and other personal details are correctly reflected across their relevant examination and JAMB records.

Any legitimate discrepancy that affects admission processing should be addressed through the approved JAMB procedure.

The latest clarification is also significant for candidates who recently uploaded WAEC results following the release of their examination results.

Such candidates do not need to repeat the upload merely because the new verification system has been introduced, provided their results were successfully uploaded to the JAMB platform.

The Board stressed that the objective of the new verification arrangement is to strengthen confidence in the admission process and ensure that candidates presenting O’Level qualifications possess genuine results.

JAMB’s clarification therefore provides a simple message to affected candidates: previously uploaded O’Level results remain valid, and there is no need for unnecessary re-uploading or a new verification code solely because of the new system.

Candidates are nevertheless encouraged to follow official updates from JAMB and their chosen institutions, particularly as the 2026/2027 admission process progresses.

The Board said the verification measures would help protect the integrity of the admission system while ensuring that genuine candidates are not subjected to unnecessary administrative difficulties.

JAMB clarifies O’Level verification, says previously uploaded results remain valid

Law School Sanctions Best Ethics Student Over Attire in Circulated Photo

The Council of Legal Education (CLE), governing body of the Nigerian Law School, has withdrawn the prize awarded to the institution’s best graduating student in professional ethics following the circulation of a photograph online that the council deemed inconsistent with professional standards and decorum.

The council announced its decision after reviewing the circumstances surrounding the award and the photograph involving the recipient. In a statement dated August 19, 2026, signed by Aderonke Osho, Secretary to the Council and Director of Administration, the CLE said the attire worn by the recipient in the photograph was considered inconsistent with the standards expected of legal professionals. The statement reads in part: “The council considered the circumstances surrounding the award of the prize for the best graduating student in professional ethics and approved the withdrawal of the prize from the recipient, arising from the circulation of a photograph online depicting the recipient in attire considered inconsistent with the professional standards and decorum.”

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Although the council did not officially disclose the name of the affected graduate or the specific graduating set, reports have identified the 2026 best graduating student in professional ethics as Ogechi Ifezie. Ifezie was among the students honoured during the 2026 Call to Bar ceremonies held from July 7 to 10 at the Body of Benchers Complex in Abuja. Records from the 2026 Nigerian Law School awards show that Ifezie, who studied at the Nigerian Law School‘s Lagos Campus after graduating from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, was listed as the first-prize winner for Professional Ethics. The Ike Obiora Foundation, which supported her as a scholarship beneficiary, had previously described her as a first-class graduate and noted her achievement as the overall best student in Professional Ethics.

The 2026 Call to Bar ceremonies also recognised several other outstanding graduates across various law subjects. Israel Adeniyi emerged as the Overall Best Graduating Student, while other course leaders included Ifeoluwa Ajaiyeoba for Civil Litigation, Timilehin Adebayo for Criminal Litigation, Emmanuel Oyelami for Corporate Law, and Francis Obiahu Alu for Property Law.

Beyond the withdrawal of the prize, the CLE also approved sanctions against two other students found culpable of indiscipline-related misconduct, though the details of these sanctions were not disclosed. The council reiterated its commitment to maintaining discipline, professionalism, and appropriate conduct among students of the Nigerian Law School. The council did not provide further details about the photograph, including where or when it was taken, beyond its reference to the image being circulated online. It also did not state whether the decision affects the recipient’s status as a newly qualified lawyer or any other awards received during the Call to Bar ceremonies. The council’s action underscores its role in upholding professional standards and signals that academic excellence is expected to be matched by conduct considered appropriate for members of the legal profession.

Law School Sanctions Best Ethics Student Over Attire in Circulated Photo

FG releases 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission list for JSS1 candidates

The Federal Government has released the 2026/2027 admission list for Federal Unity Colleges, with successful candidates offered admission into Junior Secondary School One (JSS1) across the country.

The admission list, approved by the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, marks the commencement of the admission process for candidates seeking placement in the nation’s Federal Unity Colleges, popularly known as Unity Schools.

The Federal Ministry of Education announced the release in a statement issued by its Director of Press and Public Relations, Folasade Boriowo.

The ministry said the development was part of the Federal Government’s commitment to ensuring a transparent, accessible and orderly admission process for prospective students.

Parents and guardians can now check the 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission status of their children and wards through the designated Federal Ministry of Education admission platform or the notice board of the relevant Federal Unity College.

Successful candidates are required to print their admission slips and proceed to the Federal Unity College indicated on the slip for confirmation and completion of the necessary admission formalities.

The ministry specifically directed parents and guardians to check admission status and print admission slips through the FME Posting Portal.

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Candidates and their parents or guardians should log into the portal with the required details, check the placement information and print the admission slip where admission has been offered.

Those who encounter difficulties accessing their admission information online may also check the notice board of the relevant Federal Unity College, according to the ministry.

The ministry urged parents and guardians to check the admission status promptly and ensure that successful candidates report to their assigned colleges as required.

The 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission exercise follows the 2026 National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE), which serves as the basis for admission into JSS1 in Federal Unity Colleges.

A total of 60,357 candidates registered for the 2026 NCEE, while 56,950 candidates sat for the examination. The remaining registered candidates were recorded as absent.

The number of candidates competing for admission highlights the demand for places in the Federal Unity Colleges, which provide secondary education to students from different parts of Nigeria.

The Unity Schools system includes federal government colleges, federal government girls’ colleges, federal science colleges and federal science and technical colleges located in various parts of the country.

Beyond providing access to secondary education, the Federal Unity Colleges are designed to promote national integration by bringing students from different states, regions and backgrounds together in a shared learning environment.

The Federal Government has continued efforts to improve the administration of the Unity Schools admission process, including the use of digital platforms to make placement and admission procedures more accessible to candidates and their families.

Minister of Education Tunji Alausa congratulated all successful candidates and their families on the admission offers.

He urged the newly admitted students to approach their secondary education with discipline, diligence and a strong commitment to academic excellence.

Parents and guardians were also encouraged to provide the necessary support as their children and wards prepare to begin studies at their respective Federal Unity Colleges.

Candidates offered admission should carefully check the college stated on their admission slips and comply with the reporting, documentation and other requirements communicated by the institution.

The release of the 2026/2027 Federal Unity Colleges admission list now allows successful JSS1 candidates to proceed with admission confirmation and other formalities ahead of the new academic session.

How to check the 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission status

Parents, guardians and candidates can check the Unity Schools admission list through the FME Posting Portal.

They should log into the platform using the required candidate details, check the admission status and placement, and print the admission slip if admission has been offered.

Successful candidates should then proceed to the Federal Unity College stated on their admission slips to complete the required admission formalities.

Parents and guardians are advised to rely on the information contained in the official admission slip and follow the instructions provided by the assigned college.

FG releases 2026/2027 Unity Schools admission list for JSS1 candidates