Lagos State University has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the Registrar of JAMB, following his courageous admission of technical failures in the 2025 UTME Prof. Oloyede took full responsibility for the glitch that affected 379,997 candidates and immediately ordered a retake examination to restore confidence in the process LASU commended his leadership, integrity, and long-standing commitment to excellence
Lagos State University (LASU) has publicly expressed its unwavering support for the Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, following his bold admission of technical failures during the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
In a statement posted on X on 15th May 2025, LASU acknowledged the concerns raised by Nigerians regarding the examination’s conduct while commending Prof. Oloyede’s leadership and integrity.
UTME results invalidated due to technical glitch
During a widely covered press conference on 14th May 2025, Prof. Oloyede openly admitted to technical issues and human errors that compromised the results of 379,997 candidates across five states in Lagos and the South East.
Instead of deflecting blame, he took full responsibility for the setback and immediately ordered a retake examination for all affected candidates, reinforcing his commitment to transparency in Nigeria’s examination system.
LASU applauds leadership and integrity
Lagos State University praised Prof. Oloyede’s courage and humility, describing his actions as a rare display of accountability in the Nigerian public sector.
The institution highlighted his decision to initiate an internal technical review to address shortcomings as a testament to his character and leadership.
LASU further noted that, since assuming office in 2016, Prof. Oloyede has transformed JAMB through reforms that have improved examination credibility, transparency, and public confidence in the admission process.
