The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announced on Thursday the list of the top scorers in the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
The announcement, made by JAMB Registrar Prof. Is-haq Oloyede during the ongoing policy meeting of the Board in Abuja, highlighted the exceptional performance of students who achieved the highest scores in this year’s examination.
The highest scores, ranging between 363 and 367, reflect the rigorous and competitive nature of the 2024 UTME.
Prof. Oloyede praised the top scorers for their dedication and hard work, stating, “The dedication and hard work of these students are commendable, and their scores reflect the high standards we aim to uphold in our examinations.”
Among the top achievers are Olowu David from Ondo State, Alayande David from Oyo State, and Orukpe Joel from Edo State, all of whom achieved the highest score of 367.
Close behind is Emmanuel Jeremiah from Akwa Ibom State, with an impressive score of 366.
Prof. Oloyede encouraged all UTME candidates to continue striving for excellence, emphasizing that the Board remains committed to maintaining the integrity and credibility of its examinations.
“The results this year have been remarkable,” Prof. Oloyede added, “and they serve as a testament to the hard work of students and the quality of education across the nation.”
As the policy meeting continues, the Board looks forward to implementing strategies that will further enhance the UTME process and support students in achieving their academic goals.
