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Police Deploy Extra Security Nationwide for JAMB Exams Amid Rumors
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Police Deploy Extra Security Nationwide for JAMB Exams Amid Rumors

From Vanguard · (1d ago) English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The Nigeria Police Force is deploying additional overt and covert security personnel to all Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination centers nationwide.
  • This measure is a response to "unfounded rumors" circulating about the safety of certain exam centers in a North Central state.
  • The police assure candidates and the public of a safe examination environment and warn against disrupting the process.

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is taking proactive steps to ensure the integrity and safety of the upcoming Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations. In response to circulating "unfounded rumors" concerning the security of certain centers in a North Central state, the NPF has announced the deployment of enhanced security measures across all examination venues nationwide.

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is aware of recent unfounded rumors circulating regarding the safety of certain centers in a North Central State for the forthcoming Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination scheduled to commence on 16th April 2026.

— DCP Anthony PlacidThe Force Public Relations Officer stated the NPF's awareness of rumors concerning exam center safety.

Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, stated that while the NPF does not typically act on rumors, the concerns raised by the public regarding the safety and future of students have been duly noted. To address these concerns, extra security personnel will be deployed both visibly and discreetly at all examination centers. This includes routine patrols, perimeter checks, and the strategic positioning of rapid response teams.

While the NPF does not act on rumors, the concerns raised by members of the public have been duly noted as it concerns the safety, education and future of our children and wards, and the Force has taken the following proactive steps to ensure the safety of all candidates.

— DCP Anthony PlacidThe NPF acknowledged public concerns about student safety and outlined proactive measures.

The NPF is collaborating with other security agencies to effectively monitor and counter any potential threats. The force has issued a stern warning that any individual or group attempting to disrupt the examination process will face swift identification and legal action. Candidates are urged to arrive early, follow examination regulations, and report any suspicious activities to on-site security. The public is advised to rely on official updates from JAMB and the NPF and disregard unverified information circulating on social media. The NPF remains committed to upholding peace and security for all national activities, including these crucial examinations.

To this end, extra security has been deployed at examination centres nationwide, both overtly and covertly, to prevent any untoward incidents.

— DCP Anthony PlacidThe NPF detailed the deployment of additional overt and covert security at examination centers.
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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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