JAMB Examination: Police Deploy Know-how, Further Personnel To Assure College students’ Security
The Nigeria Police Pressure has assured mother and father that the security of their youngsters is assured through the forthcoming Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination scheduled for 16 April 2026, stating that know-how and extra manpower will probably be deployed to authorised centres nationwide.
The Pressure additional disclosed that enhanced safety measures have been put in place throughout examination centres, each overtly and covertly, to forestall any untoward incidents.
This assurance is available in response to a trending hearsay circulating on social media alleging a plot by bandits to assault unspecified JAMB centres within the North-central area.
In a press release on Tuesday, the Pressure Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, mentioned the Nigeria Police Pressure (NPF) is conscious of the latest unfounded rumours concerning the security of sure centres in a North-central state forward of the examination.
He mentioned: “The NPF needs to categorically state that these claims are with out foundation. Whereas the NPF doesn’t act on rumours, the considerations raised by members of the general public have been duly famous because it considerations the security, training and way forward for our youngsters and wards, and the Pressure has taken the next proactive steps to make sure the security of all candidates.”
In line with him, measures put in place to counter the alleged threats embody routine patrols, perimeter checks, and the deployment of fast response groups to strategic places.
Placid added the Pressure is working carefully with different safety businesses to successfully monitor and tackle any potential threats.
“Any particular person or group making an attempt to disrupt the examination course of will probably be swiftly recognized and dropped at justice.
“The Nigeria Police Pressure reassures candidates, mother and father, and most people that each measure has been taken to ensure a protected and conducive setting for all examinations.
“Candidates are inspired to reach early at their centres, adhere to examination laws, and report any suspicious actions or individuals to on-site safety personnel.
“Members of the general public are suggested to ignore unverified info circulating on social media and to rely solely on official updates from JAMB and the NPF,” he mentioned.
He additional emphasised the Pressure stays dedicated to sustaining peace, safety, and public confidence in all nationwide actions, together with the JAMB examinations.
The Nigeria Police Pressure, he mentioned, appreciates the cooperation of all residents and stakeholders in making certain a clean and safe examination course of, significantly sister safety businesses.
Linus Aleke
Times Nigeria