Professor Ishaq Oloyede: A Champion in the Fight Against Examination Malpractice in Nigeria


Professor Ishaq Oloyede: A Champion in the Fight Against Examination Malpractice in Nigeria

 

By Idris Alooma

The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a committee to eradicate examination malpractices, with Professor Ishaq Oloyede at the helm. As Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Oloyede has been a vocal advocate for eliminating examination malpractices that have plagued Nigeria’s education system for decades.

Examination malpractices in Nigeria date back to 1914, during the Cambridge examination. Various stakeholders, including parents, teachers, and candidates, have contributed to the menace. Oloyede identifies the proliferation of illegal tutorial centers, or “miracle centers,” as a major contributor to examination malpractices. These centers, often owned by influential individuals, compromise the examination process.

Despite challenges, Oloyede remains committed to eradicating examination malpractices. As Registrar of JAMB, he introduced measures to prevent exam malpractices, including biometric data. He emphasizes the need for collective action, describing exam malpractices as a “national embarrassment.”

Oloyede’s appointment as Chairman of the National Committee to Eradicate Examination Malpractice reflects his dedication. The committee comprises key stakeholders from various examination bodies, aiming to tackle examination malpractice.

The committee inaugurated in the Conference Hall of Ministry of Education in Abuja recently
comprises key stakeholders from various examination bodies, including _JAMB_, _WAEC_, _NECO_, _NABTEB_, _ANCOPSS_, and the _Nigeria Union of Teachers_. Their primary objective is to tackle examination malpractice, a longstanding issue in Nigeria’s education system.
Minister of Education Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa praised Oloyede’s reformist leadership and innovative use of technology. Dr. Alausa emphasized restoring integrity to Nigeria’s education system, stating, “This is not a fight against students but a collective effort to secure the future of education in Nigeria.”

The committee is expected to submit recommendations by mid-2025. The government has directed examination bodies to adopt enhanced security measures, including integrating photographs, Birth Certificates, and National Identification Numbers (NIN), into certificates by June 2025.

Oloyede’s track record in reforming institutions is impressive. As Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ilorin, he laid groundwork for institutional excellence. At JAMB, he revolutionized the admissions process, bringing transparency and technological advancement.

With his leadership, Nigeria can look forward to a credible education system where examination integrity is upheld, and hard work and merit are rewarded.

Idris Alooma is the General Manager Unilorin FM, at the University of Ilorin.


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