JAMB Clears 85 Underage Candidates for Admission in Nigeria
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has approved the admission of 85 underage candidates below 16 years after a rigorous screening process. This decision aligns with global best practices to treat underage admissions as exceptions.
Out of 182 shortlisted candidates, 85 met the requirements after scrutiny, including scoring at least 80% in the UTME subjects. JAMB assures transparency and credibility in the admission process, emphasizing academic integrity and maintaining high standards in tertiary education in Nigeria.
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