The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the 2026 UTME results for underage candidates, allowing them to check their performance after the results were previously withheld for further evaluation.

JAMB defines an underage candidate for the 2026 admission exercise as anyone who will be below 16 years old by September 30, 2026.

The Board said the release is primarily intended to allow candidates, parents and guardians to know how the candidates performed in the examination.

Candidates can check their results by sending “RESULT” via SMS to 55019 or 66019, using the same phone number and SIM card used during UTME registration.

JAMB, however, stressed that receiving and viewing the result does not automatically make an underage candidate eligible for admission into a tertiary institution.

According to the Board, the results cannot be used for admission or other official purposes except in cases involving candidates who satisfy the requirements for exceptional consideration.

Under the exceptional admission arrangement, candidates must demonstrate outstanding academic ability and meet the additional conditions set by JAMB and their institutions.

The release follows months of withholding the results of underage candidates who sat for the 2026 UTME. More than 38,000 underage candidates reportedly registered for the examination.

JAMB had earlier indicated that underage candidates seeking exceptional consideration would be required to meet a higher performance threshold and undergo additional screening before they could be considered for admission.

The Board’s latest decision therefore gives candidates access to their scores while maintaining a distinction between result release and admission eligibility.

Parents and candidates are advised to check the result using the registered phone number and to follow any further instructions issued by JAMB regarding exceptional admission consideration.

Seyi Tinubu, son of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has been honoured as a Christian Youth Peace Ambassador by the Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria, YOWICAN.

The recognition was presented during the National Christian Youth Security Summit and Thanksgiving held in Abuja, where YOWICAN highlighted Tinubu’s reported contributions to peace, youth development and national unity.

Tinubu was not physically present at the event. The honour was received on his behalf by Ambassador Belusochukwu Enwere, the immediate past National Chairman of YOWICAN.

In a message delivered at the ceremony, Tinubu expressed appreciation to YOWICAN for the recognition, describing it as a greater call to service and responsibility.

He said the honour had strengthened his determination to support initiatives focused on youth development, peace-building, unity and positive social impact.

Tinubu also offered a broader definition of peace, arguing that it goes beyond simply having no conflict. According to him, lasting peace requires justice, compassion, tolerance, mutual respect and a willingness to work towards the common good.

“Together, let us choose peace, promote love and build a Nigeria where every young person can dream, contribute and prosper,” he said.

He urged Nigerian youths to play an active role in building a united country, particularly by viewing religious, ethnic and cultural differences as strengths rather than sources of division.

The President’s son also commended YOWICAN for its efforts to mobilise Christian youths towards responsible leadership, community development, national unity and peaceful coexistence.

He pledged to continue supporting programmes aimed at empowering young Nigerians and promoting peaceful coexistence across the country.

The recognition formed part of a wider gathering focused on youth leadership, security, peace-building and nation-building. The summit also featured discussions on peaceful coexistence and youth participation in addressing Nigeria’s security and social challenges.

YOWICAN’s recognition of Tinubu comes at a time when youth involvement in peace-building and national development remains a major part of conversations around Nigeria’s future.

Through the honour, the Christian youth body has placed emphasis on the role of young Nigerians in promoting dialogue, unity and peaceful engagement across religious and ethnic lines.

Alexander Isak scored twice inside nine minutes as Liverpool defeated Ipswich Town 2-0 at Portman Road on Friday, 4 September 2026, giving manager Andoni Iraola his first Premier League victory and moving Liverpool to fifth in the table.

Isak opened the scoring in the sixth minute before doubling Liverpool’s advantage three minutes later. Cody Gakpo provided the assist for both goals.

The quickfire double gave Liverpool a commanding start and ultimately proved enough to secure all three points.

The victory was Liverpool’s first of the Premier League season after the club drew their opening two matches against Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest.

The result also marked an important moment for Iraola, who had begun his Liverpool tenure with two consecutive 2-2 draws.

Isak’s performance offered further encouragement after a difficult first season at Liverpool. The Swedish striker joined the club from Newcastle United in a reported £125 million transfer but managed three league goals during the previous campaign.

The two goals at Portman Road took Isak’s league tally for the new season to three. Gakpo has assisted all three of his goals.

Ipswich improved after Liverpool’s early burst and created opportunities to get back into the match, but Liverpool’s defence held firm to preserve the clean sheet.

The victory leaves Liverpool with five points from their opening three Premier League matches, while Ipswich remain on three points.

For Iraola, the result provides an early boost as he looks to establish his style and build momentum at Liverpool.

The club will now turn its attention to the Champions League, with Atlético Madrid set to visit Anfield on Wednesday, 9 September.