The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a notice about the use of henna, also known as “Laali” or “Lale,” during the 2025 UTME registration and examination process.
Following this guidance is essential to ensure successful biometric verification.
Table of contents
- Why Henna Affects Biometric Verification
- Importance of Biometric Verification
- What You Should Do
- Key Reminder
Why Henna Affects Biometric Verification
- Henna can obstruct the fingerprint scanning process needed for registration and examination.
- Removal of henna with chemicals may damage the finger whorls, further complicating the verification process.
Importance of Biometric Verification
- Biometric verification is required for both registration and exam hall entry.
- Without successful verification, candidates will not be able to access exam questions or proceed with the examination.
What You Should Do
- Refrain from applying henna on your fingers during the registration period and examination process.
- Protect all ten fingers to avoid any issues with scanning or authentication.
Key Reminder
Ensuring clear and undamaged fingers is necessary for a smooth experience during registration and examination.
Follow this guidance to avoid delays or restrictions.
