In response to recent allegations concerning the 2025 budget of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Professor Peter A. Okebukola, Chairman of JAMB’s Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG), has come out strongly in defense of the Board’s Registrar, Professor Is-haq Oloyede.
Okebukola, a former Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), dismissed the allegations as “misguided and baseless,” highlighting Oloyede’s exceptional track record in promoting transparency and accountability.
Speaking from his seven years of close collaboration with Oloyede, Okebukola described the Registrar as a “transparency icon” whose leadership has transformed JAMB into a model institution for Africa.
“Professor Oloyede has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and financial integrity,” Okebukola noted. “His leadership has not only elevated JAMB’s operational efficiency but has also set a benchmark for excellence across the continent.”
Referencing a press statement by JAMB’s Public Affairs Officer, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, Okebukola emphasized that the allegations against JAMB’s 2025 budget are rooted in misinformation.
“These claims lack merit,” he said. “JAMB, under Professor Oloyede, has established a robust financial management system where every Naira is accounted for and judiciously spent. His reforms have drastically reduced inefficiencies while ensuring the Board serves millions of Nigerian students effectively.”
Under Oloyede’s leadership, JAMB has introduced several transformative initiatives that have streamlined processes, increased revenue generation, and promoted equitable access to higher education. According to Okebukola, these achievements reflect Oloyede’s integrity and vision for the organization.
“JAMB is no longer just a national institution; it is now a continental reference point for how public organizations should be run,” Okebukola asserted.
Okebukola called on Nigerians to celebrate and support leaders who have demonstrated consistent dedication to public service.
“In a time when we need credible leadership more than ever, Professor Oloyede stands out as an example of what is possible when accountability meets vision,” he said. “We must stand behind those who prioritize the public good over personal interest.”
Okebukola urged critics to focus on the substantial progress made by JAMB under Oloyede’s tenure, rather than propagate unverified allegations.
“It’s time to focus on facts and progress,” he concluded. “Professor Oloyede’s legacy is one of transformation, and I have no doubt he will continue to lead JAMB with the same level of distinction.”
This robust endorsement not only debunks the budget allegations but also shines a spotlight on the remarkable strides JAMB has made under Oloyede’s leadership, reinforcing his position as a trailblazer in public administration.
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