JAMB Steps Up Fitness Game with Staff Health Walk Ahead of 2025 Exam Marathon

By Veronica Dariya, Bwari (Abuja)

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has kicked off the year with a proactive approach to staff wellness, organizing a 5km health walk in Bwari, Abuja, to gear up for the demanding 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) season.

The health walk, held on Saturday, saw JAMB staff traverse a scenic route through the Nigerian Law School road, Kuduru road, and Bwari Area Council Secretariat, before returning to the board’s headquarters.
SpeKing on the initiative, JAMB’s Director of Human Resources, Mr. Gani Abdulrahman, emphasized the importance of physical and mental preparedness for the UTME exercise.
“Managing the UTME is like fighting a war. We need our team to be alert, energized, and healthy throughout the process. This walk is a first step to achieving that,” Abdulrahman said.
The director revealed plans to institutionalize periodic fitness activities and reactivate the board’s sports club to promote long-term wellness among staff.
For many participants, the event was more than a fitness session. Mrs. Halima Aliyu, one of the staff members, said the health walk offered a chance to socialize and unwind while promoting a culture of exercise.
“This walk is a perfect way for us to bond as colleagues while keeping fit. Many of us get so busy with work that we forget to take care of ourselves. This initiative reminds us of the importance of health,” Aliyu said.
She expressed hope that such activities would become a regular feature of JAMB’s calendar, contributing to both personal health and workplace productivity.
This health-focused initiative is part of a broader effort by JAMB to ensure its staff are equipped to handle the pressures of the annual UTME, which demands precision, focus, and stamina.
The board has promised to unveil details of the 2025 UTME process soon, raising expectations for what could be one of its most innovative and efficient examinations yet.
As JAMB gears up for a busy year, the health walk reflects a commitment to fostering a culture where productivity is powered by wellness. It’s a fresh reminder that a healthy team is a productive team—and JAMB seems poised to lead the charge.