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Remita, one of Nigeria’s leading fintech companies, is streamlining the process for students to access JAMB services. Remita announced that it has simplified the enrollment process for students applying to higher education. Registration for the 2026 Unified Higher Education Entrance Examination (UTME) and direct entry programs is now open.The platform enables candidates and their families to use the digital registration system more efficiently and receive their Electronic Personal Identification Number (ePIN) in a structured and data-driven manner. This process is often considered a major hurdle in Nigeria’s competitive higher education system, requiring timely completion of all steps and careful attention to procedural details.In a statement released Friday, Remita announced that the platform has been updated to minimize friction, improve digital connections between students, families, and higher education institutions, and provide a smoother experience for candidates in this crucial administrative step.*The platform enables candidates and their families to use the digital registration system more efficiently and receive their Electronic Personal Identification Number (ePIN) in a structured and data-driven manner. *Through its upgraded website and mobile application, Remita enables parents and students to directly pay for JAMB services, track transactions throughout the process, receive original receipts, and earn rewards for each payment. These improvements ensure a secure, efficient, and third-party-independent payment method. *Remita also supports trusted partners in the education sector, including schools and training institutions. These institutions can now seamlessly process ePINs within their own systems, reducing operating costs and protecting students from fraud.*Abayomi Oniku, Executive Director of Business Development at Remita, stated, “Education is the most important investment for Nigeria’s future, and Remita will continue to ensure that payments are a bridge to opportunity, not a barrier.”Alisa Chinedu, Head of Digital Assets and Partnerships at Remita, added, “This year, we’ve made JAMB ePINs more intuitive and accessible through AI assistants and close collaboration with trusted institutions and stakeholders, empowering students for a successful future.”

Remita’s initiatives demonstrate the company’s continued commitment to financial inclusion, digital accessibility, and economic participation. As a recognized leading national payments and digital infrastructure provider, Remita connects individuals, institutions, and goals through its systems, providing reliable services to Nigerians both domestically and internationally.*

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