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| JAMB Spends ₦592.8 Million in One Week, Allocates ₦7 Million on Staff Meals |
JAMB’s financial report shows ₦592.8m spent in one week, including ₦7m on staff meals. Discover the breakdown of JAMB’s expenses and inflows.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Nigeria’s premier examination body, has come under public scrutiny following revelations of its weekly financial expenditure. According to the latest bulletin, JAMB spent ₦592.8 million between September 6 and 12, 2025, with over ₦7 million directed to staff meals alone.
This disclosure, made in JAMB’s official financial inflow and outflow report, has sparked debates about transparency and expenditure priorities in Nigeria’s education sector.
Breakdown of JAMB’s Expenditure
The financial report, published in the board’s Volume 4, Number 50 bulletin and released on its official X handle, highlighted significant allocations:
Staff Meals
- ₦7.37 million was disbursed for staff meals within the week.
- Key beneficiaries included:
- Maima Food and Processing Ltd: ₦3.79 million
- Umma Food Concepts: ₦1.5 million, ₦2 million, ₦258,500 (three payments)
- Salaudeen Afusat Odun: ₦1.66 million
- Assorted Buka: ₦733,200
This heavy food expenditure immediately drew attention, as it represented a significant outflow compared to income within the same period.
Other Major Expenses
JAMB’s total outflow of ₦592.8 million included several big-ticket payments:
- ₦500 million – Ahmadu Bello University (NATAP-M Award)
- ₦50 million – Kaduna Polytechnic (institutional support)
- ₦33.82 million – Staff claims and reimbursements
- ₦10.59 million – Flight tickets via Tomeh Travels and Tours Ltd
- ₦8.23 million – Office equipment from Abauf Synergy Ltd
- ₦3.23 million – Publicity via Hammer General Ventures Ltd
- ₦2.07 million – Generator maintenance services
- ₦1.9 million – Staff medical expenses at LASUTH
- ₦2.31 million – Exam supervision
- ₦1.57 million – Third-party examinations
Additionally, ₦27.49 million was auto-deducted by the Accountant-General of the Federation as part of remittance to the Consolidated Revenue Fund.
JAMB’s Financial Inflows
Interestingly, JAMB’s inflow stood at ₦274.9 million during the same week — less than half of its expenditure. This inflow came mainly from:
- E-facility sales: ₦272.7 million
- PRC service charges: ₦1.58 million
- Other income: ₦628,750
This imbalance between inflow and outflow raises concerns about financial sustainability and resource allocation within the examination board.
Public Reactions and Implications
The revelation has generated widespread reactions from stakeholders, parents, and education advocates. Many argue that millions spent on staff meals and miscellaneous expenses could have been redirected to improve examination infrastructure, provide financial aid for students, or enhance technological innovations within JAMB’s systems.
This issue also ties into broader debates about public sector spending in Nigeria, where agencies are often criticized for inefficient resource management. Transparency advocates urge JAMB to publish clearer expenditure justifications and ensure more accountability.
For more insights on financial accountability in Nigeria’s public sector, visit BudgIT Nigeria, a civic organization that tracks government spending.
Why Transparency Matters in Education Spending
When public institutions like JAMB allocate funds, citizens expect transparency. Effective use of resources ensures:
- Improved examination processes
- Better student support services
- Reduced financial burden on candidates
- Stronger trust in government institutions
Without transparency, the credibility of such agencies may come into question, affecting their long-term reputation.
The disclosure of JAMB’s ₦592.8 million weekly expenditure, including ₦7 million on staff meals, has raised serious discussions about financial accountability in Nigeria’s education sector. While some expenses, such as institutional support and medical costs, appear justifiable, the high catering bills and operational costs demand closer scrutiny.
As Nigeria continues to emphasize educational reform and transparency, stakeholders will be watching closely to see whether JAMB improves its financial reporting practices and prioritizes spending that directly benefits students.
For official updates, visit the JAMB website or follow their official X account.
