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Police provide security cover for UTME candidates at CBT centres in Lagos

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board had scheduled its UTME nationwide from April 16 to 25.

• April 16, 2026
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The commissioner of police in Lagos, Fatai Tijani, has ordered the deployment of personnel to approved centres to monitor the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination across the state.

Mr Tijani’s order was noted in a statement on Thursday by the command’s spokeswoman, Abimbola Adebisi.

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board had scheduled its UTME nationwide from April 16 to 25.

According to the commissioner, the security measure was in line with the directives of the inspector general of police, Olatunji Disu.

The commissioner noted that the deployment was aimed at ensuring comprehensive security coverage and a safe, secure and conducive environment for candidates, exam officials and other stakeholders during the exercise.

“Officers deployed for the exercise have been instructed to maintain professionalism, civility and vigilance, while taking firm action against examination malpractice, disorderly conduct or any form of security breach.

“Personnel are to work in synergy with other security agencies and relevant stakeholders to ensure effective security at examination centres, surrounding areas and access routes,” he said.

The police boss also urged candidates, parents, guardians, and members of the public to cooperate with security operatives and adhere strictly to examination guidelines for a smooth, hitch-free exercise.

He reaffirmed the command’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property across the state.

The commissioner called on residents to report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station or through designated emergency lines provided by the command.

“Report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station or through the command’s emergency lines: 07061019374, 08065154338, 08063299264, 08039344870 and 09168630929,” he said.

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