JAMB Clears 85 Underage Candidates for Exceptional Admission

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has cleared 85 underage candidates for exceptional admission following a meticulous evaluation process. Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB's spokesperson, stated that the candidates met the established criteria through a thorough verification and interview process.

Out of over 41,027 underage applicants, 599 candidates scored above an 80% threshold and underwent further scrutiny. JAMB emphasized maintaining credibility and transparency in the admission process to ensure every qualified candidate is given a fair chance at tertiary education.