#ThisIsNotMyResult: JAMB Commences Investigation into 2025 UTME Results Following Widespread Complaints

 

Amid rising nationwide frustration over the unexpectedly low performance in the recently released 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has initiated a full-scale review of the entire exam process. The announcement was made on Monday by the board’s spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, who confirmed that the decision comes as a direct response to an overwhelming number of complaints lodged by candidates and stakeholders.

The scale of dissatisfaction among students and their families has taken the country by storm, with social media platforms flooded by posts under the now-viral hashtag #ThisIsNotMyResult. Many of the candidates, including those with stellar academic records and high expectations, reported results far below their anticipated scores, prompting immediate backlash and suspicions of technical malfunctions or systemic errors.

A total of 1,955,069 candidates sat for the 2025 UTME. Reports indicate that more than 1.5 million of them scored below the 200 mark out of a possible 400 — a statistic that has alarmed parents, schools, and educators alike. The sudden plunge in performance figures has raised critical questions about the integrity of the examination process this year.

Dr. Benjamin disclosed that the board had already commenced its customary post-examination audit, but in light of the “significant volume of unusual complaints,” the process has been accelerated. This move aims to assess each critical stage of the UTME pipeline — from registration and examination conduct to result collation and dissemination.

JAMB emphasized that it is not dismissing the concerns being raised and is actively investigating the situation to determine whether technical issues played a role in the poor outcomes. The board pledged to take appropriate corrective measures if any glitches or procedural lapses are discovered.

To bolster credibility and reassure the public, the review process is being handled in collaboration with a team of independent experts. These include members of the Computer Professionals Association of Nigeria, vice chancellors from various universities, heads of tertiary institutions, professionals in educational measurement, and representatives of academic research bodies. Their involvement is aimed at ensuring objectivity and transparency as the probe unfolds.

The examination body also reiterated its existing policy to reschedule tests for candidates who experienced confirmed technical disruptions during the actual exam. Past reviews have led to similar remedial actions, including re-sits for affected students and recalibration of erroneously recorded scores.

Feedback from multiple states suggests that the complaints are not isolated, with clusters of affected candidates in regions traditionally known for producing top performers. Some education analysts speculate that server issues, biometric mismatches, or even data processing anomalies could be at play, although JAMB has not yet confirmed any such findings.

Public discourse around this year’s UTME has intensified, as education continues to hold a central place in the aspirations of Nigerian families. Many see the mass failure as more than just a setback for students — to them, it signals a broader systemic challenge that must be swiftly addressed.

As pressure mounts, JAMB finds itself at a crucial juncture. The board’s responsiveness, transparency, and eventual conclusions could set an important precedent for how large-scale examinations are managed in Nigeria, especially in an age increasingly reliant on technology.

Further updates are expected in the coming days as the board works through the extensive review. In the meantime, candidates and guardians are advised to remain calm and await formal communication from the board regarding any adjustments, clarifications, or supplementary assessments that may arise from the review.