Professor Segun Aina is a Nigerian academic and technology expert recently appointed as the new Registrar of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

He will succeed Professor Is-haq Oloyede, whose tenure ends on July 31, 2026. The appointment was confirmed by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.

Background and Education 

Aina is a Professor of Computer Engineering at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife. He holds:

A Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Systems Engineering from the University of Kent

A Master’s degree in Internet Computing and Network Security

A PhD in Digital Signal Processing from Loughborough University, United Kingdom

Senior Management Programme certificate from Lagos Business School

Career and Experience

He began his career with JAMB during his National Youth Service, where he gained early experience in national admissions processes.

With over 15 years of professional experience, Aina has built a reputation at the intersection of:

Technology and Public Policy

Digital infrastructure development

Institutional and examination reforms

He has also worked as a consultant to major examination bodies such as NECO and NABTEB, as well as various state ministries of education, focusing on ICT systems, exam integrity, and process optimisation.

Achievements 

Became one of Nigeria’s youngest professors of Computer Engineering at age 39

Now set to become the youngest registrar in JAMB’s history

Recognised for contributions to digital transformation in education systems

Professional Affiliations

Aina is a member of several professional organisations, including:

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).

Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE).

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).

Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET).

Significance of Appointment

His appointment is seen as part of efforts by the Tinubu administration to deepen reforms and strengthen the digital and operational capacity of JAMB, building on the achievements recorded under his predecessor.