…JAMB Registrar Describes Facility As “One Of Nigeria’s Best“
MAIDUGURI — Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has commissioned and handed over a multi-million naira office complex and a Computer-Based Test, CBT, centre built by his administration to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, in Maiduguri.
The state-of-the-art facility, located along the Maiduguri-Dikwa Road, will serve as JAMB’s North East zonal office covering states in the region.
The project comprises an administrative block and a dual CBT centre with capacity for 500 candidates at a time.
”Unprecedented” Achievement
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor Zulum reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to educational development, describing the project as the state government’s contribution to national education service delivery in the North East.
He noted that the facility would serve as a regional hub for candidates sitting entrance examinations into tertiary institutions.
The JAMB Registrar, Professor Ishaq Oloyede, who received the facility on behalf of the Board, commended Governor Zulum for the landmark achievement.
Oloyede described the project as unprecedented, noting that it is the first time a state governor has independently undertaken the construction of a JAMB zonal office and a CBT centre.
The outgoing JAMB Registrar said the centre would enable 500 candidates to sit examinations simultaneously, with capacity to process more than 2,000 candidates daily.
He added that the in-built registration units would allow the Board to complete registration and documentation for Borno applicants in a few days.
“Today, reality has surpassed my expectations. In just four months, what seemed humanly impossible has been accomplished. This facility stands as a testament to your visionary leadership, your commitment to educational advancement, and your unwavering dedication to the people of Borno State and the Northeast region,” Oloyede stated.
“The CBT centre you have graciously provided will serve as a beacon of excellence for computer-based testing and administrative services. It will bring immense relief to candidates, educational institutions, and stakeholders across this region,” he added.
Oloyede further described Governor Zulum as “one of the most respected public servants in contemporary Nigeria” for his investment in education, human capital development and youth empowerment.
Facility Named After JAMB Registrar
Governor Zulum also directed the Ministry of Education to name the facility after Professor Oloyede.
Present at the occasion were the Secretary to the Borno State Government, Bukar Tijani; the incoming JAMB Registrar, Professor Segun Aina; the Acting Chief of Staff to the Governor, Dr Babagana Mustapha Malumbe; the Commissioner for Education, Engr Lawan Abba Wakilbe and other senior government officials.
Zulum Commissions Multi-Million Naira JAMB Office, 500-Capacity CBT Centre In Maiduguri
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