JAMB suspends exam town selection for 2026 UTME candidates in Ekiti
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has temporarily suspended the selection of examination towns for 2026 UTME candidates registering in Ekiti State. JAMB spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, said the pause is to allow the board restructure exam town locations to bring centres closer to candidates and reduce transport challenges on exam days. He explained that the 2026 registration commenced before structural anomalies were detected in the configuration of examination towns in Ekiti. According to him, the irregularities made urgent adjustments necessary in the interest of candidates, prompting the temporary halt of town selection in the state. During this period, candidates will not be able to select any examination town in Ekiti until the reconfiguration is completed. Benjamin assured that the process would be concluded soon and apologised for any inconvenience caused to candidates during the ongoing registration exercise. He noted […]