JAMB Launches Investigation Into Allegations of UNILAG Denying 2,000 Applicants Admission Over Awaiting Results

JAMB Begins Investigation Over Claims of UNILAG's Denial of Admission To Candidates

JAMB Launches Investigation Into Allegations of UNILAG Denying 2,000 Applicants Admission Over Awaiting Results
The Joint Admissions And Matriculation Board

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has responded to reports claiming that the University of Lagos (UNILAG) denied admission to 2,000 candidates due to pending O’Level results. Dr. Fabian Benjamin, the Head of Public Affairs and Protocol at JAMB, clarified that candidates, not JAMB, are responsible for uploading their O’Level results on the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) platform.

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In a statement released on Friday, October 20, Benjamin stated that JAMB is actively investigating the allegations made against UNILAG. He emphasized JAMB's commitment to ensuring that qualified candidates are not unjustly denied admission. According to Benjamin, the CAPS tracking facility records the exact date, time, and seconds when results are uploaded, providing indisputable evidence in case of disputes.

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Several candidates have already raised concerns about their admission status through JAMB's Ticketing Platform. Benjamin assured that these claims are under thorough investigation. The board is engaging with universities involved to ensure a fair and just resolution. Benjamin expressed confidence that, at the end of these investigations, justice would prevail, and deserving candidates would be rightfully admitted.