Over 1665 False A-level Results Found by AMB: A Setback for Academic Integrity
During the 2023 Direct Entry (DE) registration process, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) revealed over 1,665 forged A’Level results, highlighting a major issue with Nigeria’s education system. During a meeting at his office in Bwari, Abuja, with the leadership of the National Association of Nigeria Colleges of Education Students (NANCES), Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, the Registrar of JAMB, made this fact public.
Unsettling Finding
Professor Oloyede claims that widespread corruption tainting the admissions process is what led to the implementation of the A’Level results verification regime. Restoring the integrity and credibility of the admissions process is the goal. It’s alarming to learn that 453 university degrees, 397 college of education certificates, and several A’Level certificates made up the remaining results of the fake test.
Ensuring the Value of Academic Certificates
One cannot stress the importance of possessing a reputable and genuine certificate. Professor Oloyede underlined how important it is to safeguard the integrity of A’Level credentials, which are essential for gaining admission, by taking long-lasting and efficient precautions. This threat to academic integrity is a national problem as well as a local one, requiring prompt and effective action.
An Astonishing Case at Kano’s Bayero University
At Bayero University, Kano (BUK), 142 out of 148 Direct Entry applications were discovered to be fraudulent, which is one of the most startling cases the Registrar highlighted. This finding highlights the scope of the issue and the need for systemic adjustments to resolve it.
Techniques for Preventing Fraud
Fake qualifications are on the rise, and JAMB and other stakeholders have gotten together to come up with ways to address this threat. Among the initiatives is the creation of a common platform for the verification of A-level certificates and results, as well as a task force for verifying A-level outcomes. This platform, which can validate any certificate in five minutes, is commended for its dependability and user-friendliness.
Furthermore, according to Prof. Oloyede, JAMB has imposed a strict “no verification, no admission” policy. The significance of authenticity and integrity in the academic certification process is emphasized by this endeavor.
A Call for Institutional Compliance
Problems still exist, though, as 15 institutions have not yet appropriately responded to the Board’s demands for verification. These institutions have been recognized by Prof. Oloyede, who has advised those who have more than 20 unconfirmed candidates to pre-verify these applicants before registering DEs. To protect the integrity of educational credentials, it is imperative that only applicants who truly meet the requirements be considered for admission.
In summary
The identification of more than 1,665 falsified A-level results serves as a strong reminder to stakeholders, regulatory agencies, and educational institutions to reiterate their dedication to maintaining the integrity of the admissions process. To protect the value of educational certificates, coordinated efforts must be taken to combat academic fraud. It is our joint duty as stakeholders in the educational field to promote a culture that values academic honesty and excellence.
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