Candidates writing 2022 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Enugu were stranded following the sit-at-home order by the proscribed Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) every Monday in the South East.
The 2022 Computer Based Test (CBT) which began on Friday May 6, ought to have ended on Monday, May 9 but was shifted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to Tuesday, May 10.
An official of JAMB who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on anonymity on Monday in Enugu said the board shifted the exam to May 10 due to Monday sit-at-home in the South-East.
Some of the candidates who also spoke to NAN said they were not aware of the cancellation, saying they came to the centre only to be told that it had been shifted.
They said that many of them that went to do reprint of their slip discovered that the date and time for the exam had been shifted to Tuesday May 10 at 7am.
One of the candidates, Ezekiel Okpara, said, “There was no vehicle to convey my friend and I to TETFUND Centre at the University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus, (UNEC) where we are supposed to write the examination.
“My dad took us by his car to the centre and we were disappointed when other students standing at the entrance of the hall told us that it has been postponed to Tuesday.
“We went to cyber cafe close to the centre to do reprint of our slip where we saw that the date and time has been shifted,” he said.
Another student who identified herself simply as Chigozie said JAMB would have informed them earlier about the change in the examination timetable than allowing them to take the risk of coming to the centre.
“It is risky to go out on Mondays in Enugu for fear of the unknown but here we are to write our CBT which did not hold. Personally I feel disappointed and stranded because my house is far from the centre.
“What can we do, we are going back to come back tomorrow,” she lamented.
Meanwhile, the students writing the ongoing West African Examination Council (WAEC) in the state have decried the stress they went through to write Food and Nutrition subject due to non availability of transportation.
Some of them who spoke to NAN said they trekked long distance to meet up with the exam because people were scared away from the streets because of the sit-at-home.
Nneka Ani said, “The exam was to hold by 9am, so I woke up early. I trekked a long distance but thank God I was able to get to the hall on time tired.
“The road was so empty with few vehicular movement. It was a challenge initially but I summoned courage and at the end, I succeeded,” she stressed.
She however, appealed to those enforcing sit-at-home to rescind their decision as it was affecting everyone and the economy of the state.
Another candidate, Ifeoma Darlington expressed happiness as she and her friends were lucky to see a commercial bus that took them to the examination centre.
NAN reports that many of them were seen after the examination trekking home as there were few vehicles on the road due the sit-at-home order.
There was partial compliance of the order as many businesses were open while some commercial vehicles including tricycles and small buses were plying within the metropolis.
The usual police and military checkpoints also disappeared apparently in compliance with the order.
Very nice pattern and wonderful articles, very little else we need : D.
You could definitely see your enthusiasm in the paintings you write. The arena hopes for more passionate writers like you who aren’t afraid to mention how they believe. Always go after your heart. “Man is the measure of all things.” by Protagoras.
Only wanna state that this is very beneficial, Thanks for taking your time to write this.
That is very fascinating, You are a very professional blogger. I’ve joined your feed and look ahead to in quest of extra of your wonderful post. Additionally, I have shared your web site in my social networks!
Heya i’m for the first time here. I found this board and I find It really useful & it helped me out much. I hope to give something back and help others like you aided me.
hi!,I like your writing very much! proportion we keep in touch extra approximately your post on AOL? I require an expert in this house to resolve my problem. May be that is you! Having a look ahead to peer you.
Good – I should definitely pronounce, impressed with your web site. I had no trouble navigating through all the tabs as well as related information ended up being truly easy to do to access. I recently found what I hoped for before you know it at all. Quite unusual. Is likely to appreciate it for those who add forums or anything, web site theme . a tones way for your customer to communicate. Nice task.
Some really nice and utilitarian info on this web site, as well I conceive the style has got superb features.
I envy your work, appreciate it for all the informative articles.
Hey There. I found your blog using msn. This is a very well written article. I’ll make sure to bookmark it and return to read more of your useful information. Thanks for the post. I’ll definitely return.
I am always searching online for articles that can assist me. Thx!
Have you ever considered creating an e-book or guest authoring on other blogs? I have a blog based upon on the same information you discuss and would really like to have you share some stories/information. I know my viewers would appreciate your work. If you’re even remotely interested, feel free to send me an e mail.
This is very interesting, You’re a very skilled blogger. I have joined your feed and look forward to seeking more of your magnificent post. Also, I’ve shared your site in my social networks!
After I initially commented I clicked the -Notify me when new feedback are added- checkbox and now each time a remark is added I get four emails with the same comment. Is there any means you may remove me from that service? Thanks!
I believe this is among the most vital info for me. And i’m satisfied reading your article. But want to commentary on some general issues, The web site style is wonderful, the articles is actually nice : D. Just right activity, cheers
I was very pleased to find this web-site.I wanted to thanks for your time for this wonderful read!! I definitely enjoying every little bit of it and I have you bookmarked to check out new stuff you blog post.
You made some nice points there. I did a search on the issue and found most guys will go along with with your blog.
Whats Happening i am new to this, I stumbled upon this I’ve discovered It positively useful and it has helped me out loads. I am hoping to give a contribution & help other users like its helped me. Great job.
I want reading through and I think this website got some genuinely utilitarian stuff on it! .
Hi, I think your site might be having browser compatibility issues. When I look at your website in Safari, it looks fine but when opening in Internet Explorer, it has some overlapping. I just wanted to give you a quick heads up! Other then that, fantastic blog!
Hmm is anyone else encountering problems with the pictures on this blog loading? I’m trying to determine if its a problem on my end or if it’s the blog. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Its such as you read my mind! You appear to understand a lot approximately this, such as you wrote the e-book in it or something. I think that you simply could do with some percent to power the message house a bit, however other than that, this is magnificent blog. A great read. I’ll certainly be back.