Media Group Celebrates Oloyede's Legacy, Describes His JAMB Leadership as Extraordinary

The Media and Civil Society Group for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commended the outgoing Registrar of the Board, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, describing his years in office as "outstanding and extraordinary."

The group gave the commendation during a ceremony where it presented an Award of Appreciation to Prof. Oloyede and JAMB's Head of Public Affairs and Protocol, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, in recognition of their contributions to the growth and credibility of the Board.

Presenting the award, the group's representative, Dr. Akinreti Qasim, said Oloyede had distinguished himself through integrity, transparency, and unwavering commitment to improving Nigeria's tertiary admission system despite the challenges associated with public service.

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According to him, the outgoing Registrar has transformed JAMB into one of the country's most credible public institutions while maintaining high ethical standards throughout his administration.

"It is quite extraordinary what he has done for Nigerian society. He raised the bar of integrity, success and incorruptibility," Qasim said.

He added that Oloyede remained one of the few public officials who consistently chose to do the right thing regardless of the difficulties involved.

"He is one of the few Nigerians who are willing and ready to do what is good at all times, irrespective of the challenges that may occur," he stated.

Qasim stressed that individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to national service deserve recognition, noting that appreciating hardworking public servants encourages excellence and inspires others.

"It is important to appreciate good people who have worked hard and acknowledge their efforts," he said.

He also prayed for the outgoing Registrar, wishing him good health and expressing confidence that his track record of service would earn him greater opportunities for national assignments in the future.

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Responding to the honour, Prof. Oloyede expressed appreciation to the Media and Civil Society Group for the recognition, describing the award as a testament to the collective efforts that have sustained JAMB's reforms over the years.

He also appealed to stakeholders to extend the same level of support to whoever succeeds him as Registrar, emphasizing that institutional progress depends on continuous collaboration.

"I thank you for this gesture and urge you to give my successor the same support you have given me," Oloyede said.

The outgoing Registrar further acknowledged the critical role of the media in promoting the Board's activities and reforms, noting that its support had contributed significantly to JAMB's achievements.

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Prof. Oloyede, whose second and final tenure expires on July 31, is expected to hand over the affairs of the Board to Prof. Segun Aina, bringing to an end a decade of leadership widely regarded as one of the most reform-driven periods in JAMB's history.