President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved the appointment of Professor Segun Aina as the new Registrar and Chief Executive Officer of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
This was confirmed in an official statement by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy.
Aina will officially assume office on August 1, 2026, succeeding Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose highly praised, two-term tenure concludes on July 31, 2026.
According to the statement, Aina is a professor of Computer Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, with expertise in digital infrastructure, national examination systems, and institutional reforms.
“Professor Aina, who will be 40 in July, is a distinguished academic and systems expert with extensive experience in national examination systems, digital infrastructure, and public-sector institutional reform.
“He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Systems Engineering from the University of Kent, an MSc in Internet Computing and Network Security, and a PhD in Digital Signal Processing, both from Loughborough University, United Kingdom. He has also completed the Senior Management Programme at Lagos Business School,” the statement read.
The statement added that Aina has over 15 years of professional experience advising federal and state governments on digital transition, institutional reforms, and system design.
It also described him as one of Nigeria’s youngest professors in Computer Engineering, noting that he would become the youngest registrar in JAMB’s history.
The Presidency stated that Aina had previously worked as a consultant to examination bodies, including the National Examinations Council and the National Business and Technical Examinations Board, on ICT systems and examination integrity.
“He is also a member of professional organisations, including the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria, the Nigerian Society of Engineers, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and the Institution of Engineering and Technology,” the statement added.
Tinubu expressed confidence that the new registrar would build on the achievements recorded under Oloyede’s administration.
“President Tinubu expects Professor Aina to bring to bear his vast experience, knowledge, and practical insight into the operations of the Board, to take the critical educational organisation beyond the laudable heights achieved by his predecessor,” the statement added.
Here are things to know about the incoming JAMB registrar:
Renowned Computer Engineering Professor
Segun Aina is a Professor of Computer Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, and is widely recognised for his expertise in examination systems, digital infrastructure, and institutional reforms.
UK-Trained Academic and Researcher
He studied in the United Kingdom, where he obtained a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Systems Engineering from the University of Kent. He later earned an MSc in Internet Computing and Network Security, as well as a PhD in Digital Signal Processing from Loughborough University.
The incoming JAMB registrar also attended the Senior Management Programme at Lagos Business School.
Started His Journey With JAMB During NYSC
According to the Presidency, Aina’s relationship with JAMB began during his National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme, where he gained early experience in national admissions processes and data management systems.
The exposure reportedly influenced his later work in examination reforms and systems optimisation.
Experienced Examination Systems Consultant
With more than 15 years of post-graduation experience, Aina has worked with major examination bodies, including the National Examinations Council (NECO), the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), and several state ministries of education.
His expertise covers ICT systems, examination integrity, digital transition, and operational reforms.
Set to Become JAMB’s Youngest Registrar
Segun Aina, who turns 40 in July, is also set to become the youngest Registrar in JAMB’s history. He was previously recognised as one of Nigeria’s youngest professors of Computer Engineering.
He belongs to several professional organisations, including the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN), the Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).
