Anambra Police Command Arrests Fake JAMB Coordinator, Recovers Eight UTME Slips
The suspect reportedly attempted to flee upon noticing the approaching officers but was swiftly apprehended.
Operatives of the IGP’s Safe School Initiative under the Anambra State Police Command have arrested a male suspect, identified as Eric Nwombu, over alleged impersonation and unlawful possession of JAMB examination materials.
The suspect was apprehended on April 14, 2026, in Atani, a police statement said.
The items recovered from him include eight JAMB examination slips and an exercise book containing names and examination numbers of students, which he could not properly account for.
According to reports, the arrest followed complaints that the suspect had been collecting 2026 JAMB examination slips from students who visited a cyber café in Atani to check their examination centres.
When questioned, Nwombu allegedly claimed to be a JAMB coordinator for the 2026 examinations in the area.
However, some staff of the computer centre, who grew suspicious of his activities and were not convinced by his explanation, alerted police operatives.
The suspect reportedly attempted to flee upon noticing the approaching officers but was swiftly apprehended.
Police say preliminary investigations are ongoing, and the case would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Awka for further discreet investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to protecting the integrity of public examinations.
He also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities to law enforcement authorities.
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