UNILORIN CBT Centre Ready for Post-UTME, Other National Examinations - Management

The University of Ilorin has reaffirmed its readiness to conduct the 2026 Post-UTME screening and other major computer-based examinations, following what the institution described as the successful completion of its recent semester tests and Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) sessions.

Chairman of the university’s Computer Based Test (CBT) Centre, Prof. Adeyinka Tella, gave the assurance while speaking on “Oro to n lo,” a current affairs programme aired on UNILORIN 89.3 FM and anchored by the station’s General Manager, Mr Idris Akintola Ibrahim.

Prof. Tella, who also spoke with the institution’s bulletin on the state of the facility, described the recently concluded semester examinations as highly successful and maintained that the centre remains one of the most advanced CBT facilities in Nigeria.

According to him, the centre is fully equipped and prepared for the university’s forthcoming Post-UTME screening exercise for prospective students seeking admission into the institution.

Providing details on the facility’s operational capacity, the professor of Library and Information Sciences disclosed that the centre currently houses more than 1,650 computers distributed across six examination halls, with each hall accommodating about 275 candidates simultaneously.

He added that the recently concluded UTME conducted at the centre also recorded a smooth and successful outing.

Prof. Tella said the centre stands out nationally due to its spacious environment and modern technological infrastructure. He further revealed that a dedicated examination hall has been designed specifically for candidates with special needs to ensure inclusiveness and accessibility during examinations.

On energy infrastructure, the CBT chairman explained that the facility operates with multiple backup systems beyond public electricity supply. He noted that while one examination hall is already powered by solar energy, contracts have been awarded for the remaining halls to transition fully to solar power.

According to him, the initiative was approved by the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Wahab Olasupo Egbewole, and is expected to eliminate dependence on diesel and unstable electricity supply from Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company.

The professor also stated that examination malpractice has been significantly curtailed through strict monitoring systems, including the deployment of CCTV surveillance across the facility. He added that examination results are usually processed and released within 24 hours after tests are conducted.

Beyond university examinations, the CBT centre is also used by major national examination and recruitment bodies, including National Examinations Council, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, the military, paramilitary agencies, the police, and the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria for various assessments and promotion exercises.

Prof. Tella commended the university management, members of the CBT committee, lecturers, technical staff, security personnel, and students for their contributions to the continued success and growing reputation of the centre.