Operatives of the Inspector-General of Police’s Safe School Initiative in Anambra State have arrested a suspected impersonator who allegedly posed as a Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) coordinator in Atani.
The suspect, identified as Eric Nwombu, was apprehended on the morning of April 14, 2026, for alleged criminal impersonation and unlawful possession of examination materials.
According to the Anambra State Police Command, items recovered from him include eight JAMB examination slips and an exercise book containing names and examination numbers of several students, which he could not satisfactorily explain.
Police said the arrest followed a report that the suspect had been collecting 2026 JAMB examination slips from students who visited a cyber café in Atani to check their examination centres.
During questioning, Nwombu allegedly claimed he was a coordinator for the 2026 JAMB examination in the area. However, his explanation raised suspicion among staff of the computer centre, who promptly alerted police operatives.
On sighting the approaching officers, the suspect reportedly attempted to flee but was quickly apprehended.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed that preliminary investigations are ongoing and that the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Awka for further discreet investigation.
Reacting to the development, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting the integrity of public examinations and warned individuals against engaging in fraudulent activities.
He also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious actions to security agencies.
The police emphasized that efforts are ongoing to uncover possible accomplices and ensure that those involved in examination-related fraud are brought to justice.
