In a landmark move toward modernizing Nigeria’s public sector evaluation system, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has administered computer-based tests (CBT) for 6,000 directorate-level civil servants seeking promotion under the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC). The exams, held on Thursday, spanned five countries: Nigeria, the United Kingdom, the United States, India, and Egypt.
The initiative reflects a growing commitment to transparency, efficiency, and digital transformation in governance. According to JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the CBT format was designed to be user-friendly, ensuring that candidates familiar with mobile phones could easily navigate the system. He emphasized that the digital approach not only streamlines the assessment process but also reduces anxiety among participants.
In Nigeria, the exams were conducted at JAMB’s CBT center located in Kogo, Bwari Area Council, Federal Capital Territory. Prof. Oloyede praised the leadership of the FCSC for embracing technology, noting that the shift to CBT enhances credibility and fairness in civil service promotions.
This development marks a significant expansion of JAMB’s role beyond academic testing, positioning the agency as a key player in public sector reform. By extending its reach internationally, JAMB demonstrates its capacity to deliver secure, standardized assessments across borders.
The success of this initiative could pave the way for broader adoption of CBT in other government functions, reinforcing Nigeria’s push toward e-governance and digital accountability.
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