For the Unified Tertiary Matriculations Examinations and the Direct Entry Examinations, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Examinations said on Saturday that it is preparing a “Bring Your Own Device” initiative.
This was announced by the Registrar of the Board, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, during the 2023 policy meeting taking place at the National Judicial Institute in Abuja.
The plan, in accordance with Oloyede, would permit candidates to take the exams on their mobile devices. The head of JAMB highlighted that the move was necessary because the board has continued to spend enormous sums of money on the administration of exams.
In the presentation unveiled by Oloyede, the board said,” On the way forward, we are looking at BOYD – the direction for JAMB Students to bring their telephones. It lowers capital investment but is not helpful for digital literacy. There will be the establishment of a mobile examinational malpractice tribunal to deal with the criminal aspect while institutions handle the misconduct.
“We will be partnering with security operatives and relevant agencies on cyber crimes; engaging the machinery and sponsoring them to tap from their knowledge of candidates. Movement of some services to the registration portal to prevent extortion Open Book Examination to Discourage Cheating.
“Political will and concerted efforts at adopting single identity for all with NIMC citizens to discourage impersonation.”