Ezekwesili backs JAMB for imposing 3 years ban on Mmesoma

By Emmy Joe

Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili, has revealed that she is in support of the sanctions imposed on Mmesoma Ejikeme by the Joint Admission Matriculation Board.

Recall that JAMB had earlier imposed a 3 year ban on the embattled student for allegedly falsifying her UTME result.

However in the wake of the disciplinary actions taken by the examination body, the former education minister asked for a forensic Investigation to unravel the truth.

In a fresh statement on Saturday, Ezekwesili said she was satisfied by Anambra state government’s investigation into the matter.

“Mmesoma’s action has consequences. I therefore support the sanctions imposed by JAMB as a deterrent to all who participate in the systemic exam malpractices within our educational system,” statement by Ms Ezekwesili read.

Ms Ezekwesili also recommended “sustained counseling for Mmesoma by the family, school and church to support her as she reflects on this tragic episode and makes a decision to embrace values and rewards of effort while eschewing dishonest gain for the rest of her life.”