JAMB Dismisses Viral 394 UTME Result as Fake

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a strong dismissal of a widely circulated result slip claiming a candidate from Cross River State, Okon Winniefred Sampson, achieved an extraordinary score of 394 out of 400 in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This fabricated result, which included specific scores for individual subjects, gained traction on social media platforms. However, JAMB's spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, unequivocally declared the slip as fake, warning the public against relying on such misinformation. Dr. Benjamin highlighted critical flaws in the purported document, emphasizing that JAMB results are strictly 'view-only' and not distributed on printed templates. The registration number format on the fake slip, he noted, deviates significantly from the board's system-generated numbering. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the prevalence of fake news and the importance of verifying information through official channels. JAMB reiterates its commitment to the integrity of the examination process and urges all stakeholders to exclusively consult official JAMB communications for accurate and verified results, cautioning against the circulation of unverified claims that can mislead the public.

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A purported result slip currently being circulated, claiming that a candidate scored 394 in the 2026 UTME, is entirely fake. It is surprising that such a fabrication is being shared by otherwise well-informed Nigerians.