PROFESSOR IS-HAQ OLANREWAJU OLOYEDE, CON, NPOM, FNAL.
Is-haq Olanrewaju Oloyede is a Professor of Islamics and a Fellow of the Islamic Academy of Cambridge, United Kingdom; Fellow, Academy of Entrepreneurship; Fellow, Nigerian Institute of Management; Fellow, Institute of Arabic and Islamic Studies and Fellow, Association of Islamic Religious Studies and a Fellow, Nigerian Academic of Letters. He won the Arab League Prize for Best Final Year Certificate Student in Islamic Studies from the University of Ibadan in 1977....read more
Mr. Mufutau A. BELLO
Mr. Mufutau Alabi Bello attended University of Ilorin where he obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) in Economics (1984), qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1992, Professional Accounting Training with Coopers and Lybrand (Chartered Accountants) now Price Water house Coopers (PWC) one of the biggest four accounting firms in the world, between 1987-1992. He joined the services of the Board in October 2016 as an expert in finance, in the Registrar’s office. He was elevated to the post of Acting Director Finance and Accounts in January 2018. He has also worked with some Institutions, some are Federal University Of Technology Owerri, University Of Ife, Ile-Ife, (Now Obafemi Awolowo University), Federal University of Technology, Minna, Federal Medical Centre, Owo, Ondo State, Office Of Accountant General of the Federation, Abuja and more. He has numerous academic and professional papers. He has also received awards as best graduating student 1983-1984 at the Faculty of Business and Social Sciences University of Ilorin, best graduating student in Economics Department in University of Ilorin 1983-1984 and also Federal University Of Technology Minna 2008 SERVICOM award for commitment to service and leadership role model. He is currently the Director of Finance and Accounts Department of the Board.
Mr Fabian O. Okoro
Mr. Fabian O. Okoro graduated from the Federal University of Technology Akure (FUTA) with a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) degree in Computer Science in 1992 with Second Class (Upper Division) and holds a Master of Science (Msc) in Computer Science (internet Computing) from the University of Bedfordshire, United Kingdom in 2007. After his NYSC in 1993 he joined the services of the Board as a programmer. In 1996 he was promoted to the post of a Senior programmer, in 1999 he became a Principal programmer, an Assistant Chief System Analyst in 2002, an Assistant Director in 2006. He was promoted to the post of a Deputy Director in 2011. He is presently the Director of ITS Department. Mr. Okoro has received awards which include staff merit award for outstanding performance among others. He has attended and presented research papers in conferences, seminars and workshop both locally and internationally. He is widely travelled.
MR. DAVID AYODELE AKANBI
Mr. David Ayodele Akanbi hails from Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria. He holds a B.Sc. (Hons) Degree in Botany from the University of Ibadan (1988). His secondary education was at Adelagun Memorial Grammar School, Odinjo, Ibadan between 1979 and 1984. He joined the services of the Board as an Administrative Officer 1 in October, 1993. He has consistently risen through the ranks to become a Director. Until his present appointment, he was the pioneer Head of Test Authoring Division, a division created to align the functions of the Test Development Department with the dictates of Computer Based Testing. Apart from holding a Post Graduate Diploma in Education(PGDE) (2009) and a Diploma Certificate in Computer (2004), he had attended several Trainings in Educational Test, Measurement and Evaluation, both locally and internationally. Notable among the trainings is the one on Computer Based Testing and Examinations at Cito Institute for Educational Measurement in the Netherlands (2014). He is currently the Director, Test Development Department of the Board.
Abdul Wahab Oyedokun, PhD
Abdul Wahab Oyedokun was born in Inisa, Osun State on 12th June, 1968. He had his primary education at the Ansaruddeen Primary School, Inisa and HLA primary school, Agodi, Ibadan respectively, between 1974-1980. He attended Secondary Commercial High School (now, Ansaruddeen Comprehensive High School), Inisa and graduated in 1985.
He obtained a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Law from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile –Ife, in 1993 and 2006 respectively. He attended the Nigerian Law School between 1994- 1995 and was called to the Nigerian Bar in March, 1995. He has his Doctorate Degree in Law from the Bayero University, Kano in /2018.
Before he joined the services of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) on secondment, Dr. Oyedokun served in various organizations including the National Human Rights Commission of Nigeria and having previously engaged in private legal practice.
He has attended several institutions abroad for short courses and has also served as Nigerian delegate to several international and regional meetings and conferences in Africa, Europe, and Asia.
MR. MOHAMMED BABAJI AHMED
Malam Mohammed Babaji Ahmed hails from Liman Katagum town, in Bauchi Local Government Area of Bauchi State, Nigeria. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Maiduguri, a Master’s Degree in Public Policy and Administration and another Master’s Degree in Development Studies all from Bayero University Kano.
Mohammed worked with the Bauchi State Government and rose through promotions to the post of Deputy Director Administration and Human Resources on 30th April 2017. On 8th February 2021, he transferred his services to the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board as Deputy Director and was appointed Acting Director to Head the Admissions Department on 10th May 2021.
The officer attended various capacity building Programmes within Nigeria and abroad. These included short programmes of the International Development Studies Association at the International Development Department of University of Birmingham, UK; Institute of Education of the University College London, UK and the Oxford Department for International Development of University of Oxford, UK. He also attended the Certificate in Minutes taking and writing from the Chartered Governance Institute London, UK; Certificate in Cultural Diplomacy and International Relations from the Institute of Cultural Diplomacy Berlin, Germany; Certificate in Intense Administration Course at the Souters Training London, UK; Training on Human Resources Management and Payroll System of the Administrative Staff College of Nigeria (ASCON); Management Training on Public Sector Reforms, Capacity Building and Performance by the Centre for Management Development Lagos; Training on Advocacy, Project and Volunteer Management by the Afri-Growth Foundation USA and a host of others.
Mohammed is a Fellow and member of various International and National Bodies/Associations among which are the International Political Science Association (IPSA); American Society for Public Administration (ASPA); Development Studies Association of the United Kingdom and Ireland (DSA); Institute of Professional Managers and Administrators of Nigeria (IPMA); Institute of Industrialists and Corporate Administrators of Nigeria (IICA); Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM); Chartered Institute of Administrators in Nigeria (CIA). He is happily married with children and loves reading and travelling.
Mr. Gani Olabisi Abd’rahim
Mr. Gani Olabisi Abd’rahim was born in Offa, Kwara State in 1969. He joined the services of the Board in 1998 as an Administrative Officer and rose diligently and honourably through the ranks to become a Deputy Director in 2020. Mr. Olabisi Abd’rahim holds Bachelors of Arts Degree in Linguistics from University of Ilorin. He joined the services of the Board in the year 1998 as Administrative Officer II and rose through the ranks to become a Deputy Director in 2020 where he was the Head, Corporate Compliance and Oversight Services (CCOS) Unit in the Registrar’s Office. Mr. Gani Olabisi Abd’rahim has been recognised and honoured for his diligence and dedication to duty. He is also a recipient of numerous certificates and awards from various institutions and establishments far and wide. He is currently the Director, Human Resources.
MRS. VILLE D. PIUS
Mrs. Ville Pius hails from Cross Rivers State. She has a degree in English/Literary Studies from University of Calabar, Cross Rivers State (1988); a Post graduate Diploma in Management from University of Calabar (1995)and a Masters Degree in Business Administration also from University of Calabar (1997).
She joined the services of the Board in July, 2000. She grew through the ranks and has headed various Committees and served as Coordinator in Akwa Ibom state (2006-2016); Cross Rivers State (2016-2021) and Deputy Director, State Matters, FCT (2021-2022).
She has attended many seminars, trainings and workshops within and outside the country.
She is a member, Nigeria Institute of Management (2006). She is currently Director, Test Administration Department.
Mr. Ibrahim Kawu
Mr. Ibrahim O. Kawu graduated from the Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto in 1991 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry. He obtained a master degree in International Affairs and Diplomacy from the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in 2007 and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education from the Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto in 2008. After NYSC, he taught in Jamat Nasril Islam Grammar School, Oke-Ola, Oro, Kwara State before joining the services of the Board as Administrative Officer II in November, 1993.
He was promoted to the post of Administrative Officer I in 1996, Senior Administrative Officer in 1999, Principal Administrative Officer in 2002, Chief Administrative Officer in 2006 and Assistant Director in 2012. He was promoted to the rank of Deputy Director in 2016 and now currently the Director, Psychometrics Department. He is a Chartered Chemists and a Fellow of the Chemical Society of Nigeria. He had attended both local and international conferences.
Mr. Abdulsalam Mohammed
Mr. Abdulsalam Mohammed is a native of Kogi State. He was born in 1970.
Mr. Mohammed has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting from Bayero University, Kano.
He joined the services of the Board in May 1999 as Accountant II and rose diligently through the ranks to become a Deputy Director in 2023.
He is currently the Acting Director, Procurement Unit, Registrar’s Office.
Mr. Ndaliman Ibrahim Abdullahi
Ndaliman Ibrahim Abdullahi hails from Bida, Niger State. He holds M.Sc. degree in Business Administration from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto in 2006, B.Sc. degree in Management Studies from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto in 1997, PGD in Accounting from Nigerian College of Accountancy, Jos in 2015, Professional Diploma in Accounting (ANAN) from Nigerian College of Accountancy, Jos in 2016. He is a certified member of the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria and Institute of Industrialist and Corporate Administrators (MIICA).
He joined the services of the Board in 1999 as Accountant II. He had served in various capacities among which include: Zonal Accountant, Minna Zonal Office, Head, Central Stores, National Headquarters Annex, Lagos, Head, Finance and Accounts, National Headquarters Annex, Lagos, Niger State Coordinator among others. Mr. Ndaliman is currently the Ag. Zonal Director Lafia Office.
Mr. Chidebe Adindu Achunine
Mr. Chidebe Adindu Achunine is a native of Abia State. He holds a B.Sc. in Government and Public Administration from Abia State University in 1993 and an MBA in Management from Rivers State University of Science and Technology, Port Harcourt in 2013.
He joined the services of the Board on 6th January, 1999, as an Administrative Officer II. Throughout his career, Mr. Achunine has significantly impacted the Board’s operations and has served in different capacity and departments. While serving as Coordinator in Umuahia, he supervised the construction of the Board’s Professional Test Centre in Okoko-Item and ensured that the facility became operational through the successful conduct of the 2022 UTME at the facility. He was also able to secure the Certificate of Occupancy for the Board’s office premises in Umuahia. .
Until his promotion to the position of Director, Mr. Chidebe Achunine was a Deputy Director at the National Headquarters Annex, Owerri, Imo State. He is the new Director, Special Duties Department..
Mrs. Doom Iyortyom
Mrs. Doom Iyortyom is a native of Benue State. She was born in October, 1970.
She has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communication from Bayero University, Kano and a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Abuja.
Mrs. Iyortyom joined the services of the Board in August, 1997 as an Administrative Officer II. She rose through the ranks and became a Deputy Director in July, 2023.
She is currently the Ag. Director, Quality Assurance Department.
Mrs. Olufolake Omoniyi Sotomi
Mrs. Olufolake Omoniyi Sotomi hails from Ogun State. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Abuja, a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (Management) from Imo State University, Owerri and a Master’s Degree in Finance from Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar, India.
She joined the services of the Board in August 2000 as Accountant II and rose through the ranks to become Assistant Director in 2022.
Mrs. Olufolake Sotomi is a Fellow of Institute of Cost & Management Accountants and a Fellow of Association of National Accountants of Nigeria. Also, she is a chartered member of the Nigerian Institute of Management.
Mrs. Olufolake Omoniyi Sotomi is currently a member of Anti-Corruption and Transparency Unit (ACTU). She is happily married with children and loves reading and travelling. She is currently the Acting Head of Internal Audit Department.
Mrs. Folake Sotomi is the current Ag. Head of Internal Audit Department.
Mrs. Hadiza Ibrahim Khaleel
Hadiza Ibrahim Khaleel, a dedicated and accomplished professional, achieved a significant milestone in her career by becoming an Assistant Director in 2023.
Born on September 18, 1977, in Kogi State, Hadiza hails from a region known for its rich cultural heritage. She pursued her higher education at Bayero University, Kano, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry in 1999.
After completing her National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program in 2000, Hadiza joined the services of the board in 2002. She spent seven years working in the Admissions department, honing her skills and expertise. Her dedication and hard work led to her redeployment to the National Headquarters Annex in Kaduna.
Hadiza's passion for learning and self-improvement drove her to pursue additional qualifications. She earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) in 2004, an MBA in 2006, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) in 2010. She is now the head of National Headquarters Annex, Kaduna
Mr. Habeeb Mayaki
Habib Usman Maiyaki, was born on 6.3.1972, hailed from Taraba State, worked at both Private and public sectors (Banks, Financial and Educational institutions) He Joined the services of the Board in April 2023 as an Assistant Director posted to Human Resources Dept.as Head of Pension and Welfare Unit, and by June 2024 was transferred to NHA Ilorin to oversee the affairs of the Annex at present as the Ag. Zonal Director Headquarters Annex Ilorin.
Mr. BILLIAMINU AKINOLA SHITTU
Mr. Billiaminu Akinola Shittu holds M.Sc. degree in Accounting from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in 2018, B.Sc. (Ed.) degree in Accounting from the University of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and PGD in Accounting from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in 2009. He also holds associate membership certificate of the Institute of Cost and Management Accountant (CISMA).
He joined the services of the Board in the year 1999 as Principal Account Assistant IV and had served in Finance and Accounts and Test Development Departments of the Board in various capacities.
He had also once served briefly as the Zonal Coordinator, Yola Zonal Office of JAMB in Adamawa State. He is currently the Zonal Director of the Board’s National Headquarters Annex, Lagos.
Mrs. Gloria Anyaegbu
Mrs Gloria chinyere Anyaegbu is from Imo state. She has a Master's degree in Public Administration from the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna state (2010)
a Bachelor's degree in Education from the University of Nigeria ,Nsukka.(1991)and a National Certificate of Education from the University of Ibadan (1985)
She joined the services of the Board in 1997 as an Administrative officer 1. She grew through the ranks and had served in various positions and departments of the Board such as; Acting Coordinator, Owerri Zonal office (1997)
Panel Secretary,Admissions Department (1998), Test Administration (2013),Special Duties (2018) and rose to the post of a Zonal Director, South East in 2023.
Mrs Gloria Anyaegbu has attended series of Conferences, Workshops, Trainings within and outside the country.
Mrs. Zainab Hamza
Hajia Zainab holds Masters of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Ilorin in 1995, BA degree in English Language from the same University of Ilorin in 1988. She is also a Member of the Nigeria Institute of Management (NIM) and Diploma in Peace and Conflicts Management from Triume Biblical University, Global Extension, United States of America. And recently a Certificate in Advanced Security Management Course (ASMC III) from National Institute For Security Studies (NISS), Bwari-Abuja.
She joined the services of the Board in the year 1997 as a Senior Administrative Officer, USS 9, and had served in the Computer Services (now ITS), Admissions and the Test Administration departments of the Board, she was transferred to head the Kano Zone of the Board as the Director, and then redeployed to the Abuja Zone of the Board, equally as the Director, where she is still serving.
Mrs. Amina Adaji
Mrs. Amina Adaji holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History (1989), Master’s Degree in International Law and Diplomacy (1998) both from the University of Jos and an NTI post graduate diploma in Education (2014). She joined the service of the Board in 1998 as an administrative officer 1 and is currently a Deputy Director (2020).
She is an administrator and has served in five of the Board’s state offices; Kaduna, Imo, Rivers, Abia and Adamawa) among these five states, she was State Coordinator in three. She currently superintends the operations of the Zonal office, Port Harcourt.
Hon. Danladi Mohammed
Honorable Danladi Mohammed was born on 29th September, 1968. He hails from Kwami local government area of Gombe state. He graduated from University of Maiduguri with Bachelor of Science (B.sc) in Economics (1991). He holds a Master of Bussiness Administration (MBA) Finance from the Abubakar Tafawa University Bauchi in 2005. He is a member, Nigerian Institute of Management and Certified Institute of Economist. He attended international training on Policy Analysis and Policy Implementation U.K. (2010). Gender Responsive Budgeting in Bowie State University Maryland and Integrated Performance Management from Howard University School of Bussiness in Washington DC USA.He was a member of various ad-hock committees both at the State & National levels. He joined the service of the Board as Administrative Officer11 in 1998 and rose to the rank of Chief Administration officer before he was appointed as a Honorable Commissioner and Member of Gombe State Executive Council in 2011-2015. He resumed to the Board afterwards and was promoted to the post of an Assistant Director before his re-appointment as Honorable Commissioner & Member of Gombe State Executive Council in 2016-2019 Honorable Danladi Mohammed resumed to his duty post at the Board in 2019 and was promoted to the post of Deputy Director in charge of Human Resources and later elevated to the post of Acting Director, Human Resources before his present posting as Director, Zonal Office Bauchi.
Mrs. LINDA AJANWACHUKWU
Mrs. Temitope Catherine Akintola
Mrs. Temitope Catherine Akintola was born in Igede Ekiti, Ekiti State, on 23rd November, 1968. She obtained her Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in 1989 from the then Oyo State College of Education, Ila Orangun in 1986. She also has a B.Ed. in Language Arts in 1994 from Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife.
She joined the services of the Board as an Administrative Officer II in July, 1999, and advanced through the ranks to attain the position of Deputy Director in the Quality Assurance Department in January, 2020.
She has served diligently in multiple role across Departments of the Board and had represented the Board at various official functions. Until her current position to the position of Director, she was a Deputy Director, Quality Assurance Department.
She is the Zonal Director Ibadan.
Mr. Boniface Ali Tukura
Mr. Boniface Ali Tukura hails from Kaduna State. He has a degree in physics from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria in 1991. He Joined the services of the Board in 1998. Mr. Boniface Ali Tukura grew through the ranks and presently serving as the Ag. Director General Services.
Mr. Salim Galadanci
Mr. Salim Galadanci is a native of Kano state and was born in 1971. He bagged a B.Sc. in Economics from Bayero University, Kano in 1997.
He is a member of the Institute of Chartered Economist of Nigeria
Mr. Galadanci joined the services of the Board in 1998 and rose through the ranks to become a Deputy Director.
He is currently the Acting Director, Kano Zonal Office.
Mr. Olukayode Samuel Dada
Mr Olukayode Samuel Dada holds a B.sc degree in Geography and Regional Planning from the Ogun state University in the year 1995 and also holds a MBA fro the University of Lagos in the year 2000.
He joined the services of the Board in the year 2000 as an Administrative officer 11 and has served in the Boards National Headquarters Annex, Ikoyi, Lagos as Head processing Unit (2001-2008), Head Personnel Unit (2008-2013), Head Centre Inspection and Validation Unit (2013-2014). He also served as Subject Officer(Geography--2014-2015) at the Test Development Department, Head Records Unit of the Director of CSS Department, Head Professional Test Centre Kogo.
He once headed the CBT centre support services, Cross Rivers State. Deputy Director Zonal matters, Kano zonal office. Deputy Director/Head of Outstations Division, Special Duties Department. Deputy Director Staff matters Division, Human Resources Department.
He is currently a Deputy Director and Acting Zonal Director overseeing the Boards Benin zonal and Delta state offices.
He is currently the Acting Director, Benin Zonal Office
Mr. Suware Mohammed
Mohammed Suware hails from Yobe State. He obtained a national diploma in purchasing and supply and a higher national diploma in marketing in 1990 and 2000, respectively. He also earned a degree in business administration (management) in 2010. He worked with the Yobe State Government, where he started as a senior clerical officer (audit) in 1992 and rose through promotions to the post of Deputy Director Administration, Yobe State Local Government Service Commission, from 2017 to 2022.
He transferred his service to the joint admissions matriculation board in 2022 as Deputy Director and is presently posted to the Maiduguri zonal office as Ag. Zonal Director.
Mrs. Susan K. Theophilus
Mrs. Susan K. Theophilus was born in April 1965 and is a native of Adamawa State.
She has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Language from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and Masters in Gender, Environment and Development from Usman Danfodiyo University, Sokoto.
Mrs. Susan Theophilus joined the services of the Board in 2018 on Secondment as an Assistant Chief Administrative Officer and through a transfer of service, finalised her appointment of service in 2021.
She is currently the Deputy Director, Registrar’s Office.
Fabian Benjamin, PhD. ANIPR,FCIA.
Dr. Fabian Benjamin, a scholar and professional par excellence, has had a remarkable academic and career journey. His academic excellence began with a Bachelor of Arts (Honors) in Public Administration from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria. He further advanced his knowledge with a Master of Science in Public Administration and Policy Analysis from the University of Abuja in 2009. His crowning achievement came in 2015 with a Ph.D. in Policy Analysis from the University of Abuja.
Dr. Benjamin's professional affiliations and certifications showcase his dedication to his craft. He is an Associate Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations and a Fellow of the Institute of Corporate Administration of Nigeria. His expertise has been honed through training programs in the USA, UK, Qatar Skill Centre, and other esteemed institutions.
With extensive experience in educational assessment, Dr. Benjamin has attended international conferences and workshops, including IAEA, AWAU, and the Association for Education Assessment in Africa. He has graced conferences in Kingston, Jamaica; Dakar, Senegal; Cotonou, Benin Republic; Maseru, Lesotho; Berlin, Germany; Vienna, Austria; and Banjul, The Gambia.
Currently, Dr. Benjamin is undergoing training as an Orgtologist with the Certified Orgtologist Institute, set to join an exclusive group of three Orgtologists in Nigeria upon completion.
Dr. Benjamin's career at JAMB spans over two decades, starting as an Administrative Officer in 2002. He has risen through the ranks, serving as Head of the Information Unit and now as the Public Communication Advisor. His remarkable journey is a testament to his dedication, expertise, and passion for excellence, with several publications in peer-reviewed journals to his credit.
