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By Bose
\nKindly share:
\nNo fewer than 6,000 directorate cadre staff under the Federal Civil Service Commission (FCSC) on Thursday sat for a computer-based promotion examination conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
\nJAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, spoke with journalists during the exercise in Abuja, saying that the examination was also conducted for candidates in the United Kingdom, the United States, India, and Egypt.
\nOloyede described the initiative as a bold step by the commission, commending its leadership for embracing technology to improve transparency and efficiency in civil service promotions.
\nHe explained that the computer-based test (CBT) format was designed to be user-friendly, adding that anyone familiar with using a mobile phone could successfully write the exam.
\nThe registrar said the examination\u2019s international reach demonstrated the commission\u2019s capacity to deploy technology effectively and conduct credible assessments for government institutions.
\nOloyede added that the initiative would help reduce apprehension among civil servants about using computers for official assessments.
\nHe said many candidates who were initially anxious about the CBT format appeared more confident after understanding the process, describing it as straightforward and accessible.
\nThe JAMB boss commended the Federal Civil Service Commission for its collaboration, noting that adopting digital examinations would enhance credibility and reduce malpractice in the system.
\nAlso speaking, the Commissioner representing the FCT and Niger on the Federal Civil Service Commission, Dr Hussaini Adamu, expressed satisfaction with the conduct of the exercise.
\nAdamu said the assessment began on Wednesday with about 1,500 candidates taking part in three sessions, adding that the process was smooth and well-coordinated.
\nHe noted that candidates initially expressed apprehension but later preferred the CBT method to the previous pen-and-paper system, describing it as more transparent and efficient.
\nAccording to him, the centres were equipped with CCTV cameras and functioning systems, while the environment was conducive for effective examination conduct.
\nHe commended JAMB for maintaining high standards and professionalism, saying the process reflected the board\u2019s long-standing experience in computer-based testing.
\nIn his remarks, the Chairman of the Federal Civil Service Commission, Prof. Adetunji Olaopa, said it was the first time the commission would use the CBT method for its promotion examination.
\nOlaopa said the initiative marked a significant step toward modernising the nation\u2019s civil service assessment system, adding that the collaboration with JAMB provided the technical confidence needed for the project.
\nHe explained that the commission decided to start on a small scale before expanding nationwide, using lessons from the exercise to improve future editions.
\nTen centres across the Federal Capital Territory were used for the conduct of the examinations.
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