JAMB sacks staff for extorting candidates, warns corrupt officials

Abimbola Joseph

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has dismissed a staff member for extorting candidates, reinforcing its crackdown on corruption within the organisation.

The board disclosed the development in its weekly bulletin on Monday, saying the decision reflects its commitment to cleaning up the admission and examination system and holding both external and internal offenders accountable.

According to JAMB, the dismissal underscores its determination to eliminate misconduct within its ranks, not just among fraudsters operating outside the agency.

“The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has terminated the appointment of one of its staff members for extorting unsuspecting candidates, in further demonstration of its renewed commitment to flushing out bad eggs from the system,” the board said.

JAMB also warned its employees against engaging in any conduct capable of undermining the integrity of the board or exploiting candidates and members of the public.

The board stressed that the same resolve with which it has pursued external fraudsters would be applied to staff members found guilty of misconduct.

It said the dismissal sends a strong message that its zero-tolerance policy on corruption applies to all employees, regardless of position or status.

“The action sends a clear and unequivocal message that the Board’s zero-tolerance policy on corruption and misconduct applies to everyone, irrespective of status or position,” it stated.

JAMB added that it would not shield any staff member who abuses the trust reposed in them or uses their office to exploit candidates. The board reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a transparent, accountable and professional workforce, insisting that the fight against fraud must start from within to preserve the integrity of its operations.