Operatives of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Safe School Initiative under the Anambra State Police Command have arrested a man identified as Eric Nwombu for alleged criminal impersonation and unlawful possession of JAMB examination materials.
The arrest, which took place on the morning of April 14, 2026, in Atani, followed reports that the suspect had been collecting 2026 JAMB examination slips from students who visited a cyber café to check their examination centers.
According to the state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Tochukwu Ikenga, .the suspect allegedly claimed to be a JAMB 2026 coordinator in the area when questioned by staff at the computer center.
His explanation raised suspicion, prompting the staff to alert nearby police operatives.
Upon sighting the officers, the suspect reportedly attempted to flee but was swiftly apprehended.
Items recovered from him include eight JAMB examination slips and an exercise book containing names and examination numbers of students, which he could not satisfactorily account for.
The Anambra State Police Command has commenced preliminary investigations, with plans to transfer the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Awka for further discreet inquiry.
Reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to protecting the integrity of public examinations.
He also urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to the authorities.
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Police arrest fake JAMB coordinator in Anambra, recover examination materials
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