The Nigeria Police Force has deployed additional security personnel to examination centres nationwide ahead of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examinations scheduled to begin on April 16, 2026, while dismissing recent rumours of safety threats at certain centres in a North Central state as “unfounded” and “without basis.”
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Force acknowledged public concerns regarding the safety of candidates but emphasised that it does not act on unverified information. Nevertheless, the police said the concerns had been noted, particularly as they relate to the education and future of young Nigerians.
“Extra security has been deployed at examination centres nationwide, both overtly and covertly, to prevent any untoward incidents,” the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, said in the statement. Measures include routine patrols, perimeter checks, and rapid response teams stationed at strategic locations.
The police said they are collaborating closely with other security agencies to monitor and address potential threats effectively, warning that any individual or group attempting to disrupt the examination process will be swiftly identified and prosecuted.
Candidates have been encouraged to arrive early at their centres, adhere to examination regulations, and report any suspicious activities or persons to on-site security personnel. The public was advised to disregard unverified information circulating on social media and to rely solely on official updates from JAMB and the Nigeria Police Force.
“The Force remains committed to maintaining peace, security, and public confidence in all national activities, including the JAMB examinations,” the statement added.
