JAMB to Reward Seven Outstanding Candidates With ₦5 Million Each

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that seven outstanding Nigerian undergraduates will receive ₦5 million each.

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The award is being done in partnership with Rite Foods Limited to recognise candidates who performed excellently during the 2025 Admission exercise.

This update is important for students preparing for UTME, Post-UTME and other admission processes because it shows that strong academic performance can open doors to recognition and financial support.

Students who want to follow more updates from the examination body can check JAMB news here.

JAMB Academic Excellence Award

The award will be presented at the maiden Academic Excellence Recognition Award Ceremony in Lagos.

Each of the seven selected candidates will receive ₦5 million for their excellent performance in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination and the Post-UTME or screening exercise conducted by their admitting universities.

According to the report, the candidates were selected through a merit-based process coordinated by JAMB.

Who Are the Awardees?

The seven beneficiaries include candidates selected from the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria.

The seventh award will go to the highest-performing admitted candidate living with a disability.

This means the award is not only focused on academic excellence, but also recognises inclusion and equal opportunity for students with disabilities.

The awardees are drawn from institutions including the University of Lagos, University of Uyo, Federal University of Technology Owerri, Federal University of Applied Sciences Kachia, University of Maiduguri and Federal University of Technology Minna.

Why the Award Matters

The award is a strong encouragement to students preparing for admission into higher institutions.

It shows that doing well in JAMB alone is important, but candidates must also take Post-UTME, screening and school admission requirements seriously.

Candidates preparing for admission can check admission updates here so they do not miss important school screening information.

Important Lesson for Students

Students preparing for JAMB should not study only to meet the cut-off mark.

A high UTME score can improve your admission chances and may also qualify you for scholarships, awards and other academic opportunities.

Candidates should also prepare well for Post-UTME or school screening because many institutions still use screening performance during admission consideration.

A smart way to prepare is to click here to practise CBT-style questions on ALLCBTs before JAMB, Post-UTME or any school screening test.

Advice to Parents and Schools

Parents and schools should encourage students to take examinations seriously from the beginning.

Students who are properly guided before JAMB and Post-UTME usually have better chances of gaining admission into competitive courses.

Schools, tutorial centres and education brands that want to reach students preparing for admission can also connect with the ALLCBTs community here.

Students who need notebooks, study materials and other learning items can visit the ALLCBTs student shop here.

ALLCBTs Advice to Candidates

Admission is a process. It is not enough to register for JAMB; candidates must prepare properly, score well, choose the right course and follow school admission instructions.

This JAMB award should motivate students to take their studies seriously and aim higher in every examination.

ALLCBTs will continue to share JAMB updates, Post-UTME news, admission guides and exam preparation resources to help Nigerian students stay informed and ready.