UTME Wahala: JAMB Hold Result, Set 320 Pass Mark for Underage Candidates”

April 27, 2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) don spark fresh reactions as dem announce say dem go hold some 2026 UTME results, while dem also set high cut-off mark of 320 for underage candidates wey wan enter university.

According to the board, some of the results still dey under review because of suspected irregularities, and dem talk say na part of effort to protect the credibility of the exam system.

But the one wey really dey cause talk na the new rule for underage candidates — dem go need score at least 320 before dem fit get admission. Many people don dey argue this one already as parents, students and education people dey share different views.

Reports from Channels Television and The Guardian Nigeria show say JAMB don dey face pressure for some time now to control exam malpractice and also check how underage candidates dey enter university.

Some people dey praise the move say e go help maintain standard, while others dey talk say e too harsh and fit affect small pikin wey get brain but no reach age requirement.

As matter dey go, candidates and parents still dey wait JAMB to clear everything and release full explanation on the withheld results.