(SINL NIGERIA) The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has disassociated itself from a fraudulent account number 8520641017 at Sterling Bank, associated with scam name “Copyrightwriter Personal J Rescheduling Flw.”
A statement on Thursday by Fabian Benjamin, Public Communication Advisor stated that the account is being exploited to defraud unsuspecting candidates who missed their Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
According to JAMB, “We issue this urgent notice to inform the public about this nefarious scheme targeting candidates who were unable to participate in the UTME. Some unscrupulous individuals are deceitfully soliciting payments of N15,700 under the false pretense of offering rescheduling services for the examination.
“Let us be unequivocal: this is a blatant scam, and we are confident that the public will not fall prey to such cheap and regressive tactics. The individuals behind this scheme have no affiliation with JAMB or any legitimate government agency. The account details provided in these communications are entirely fictitious and bear no connection to any official processes; they exist solely for the purpose of perpetrating fraud. We call upon Sterling bank to take immediate and decisive action against this criminal activity.
“JAMB has reported this matter to the relevant security agencies and is actively pursuing those responsible for this deceitful act.
“Furthermore, we wish to clarify that JAMB does not reschedule examinations for candidates who miss their scheduled tests due to reasons unrelated to the Board’s actions. However, for candidates whose biometrics failed during verification and were thus unable to sit for the examination, we are conducting a thorough investigation. Those without discrepancies will be invited to retake the examination at no cost—NO PAYMENTS REQUIRED.
“It is imperative to understand that JAMB does not charge any fees for examinations after a candidate has completed their registration.
“We strongly urge all candidates to remain vigilant and not to succumb to these fraudulent schemes. Protect yourselves and report any suspicious activity immediately” the statement concluded.
