RMAFC, JAMB Collaborate on Computer-Based Staff Promotion Exam
By Patience Ikpeme
The Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), in partnership with the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB), conducted the 2024 staff promotion exercise for officers on grade levels 14, 15, and 16.
The exercise, which took place on Thursday, May 16, 2024, saw officers vying to advance to the next grade levels undergo a computer-based examination at the JAMB Professional Test Centre in Bwari, Abuja.
Hon. Ntufam Eyo Nsa Whiley, Commissioner representing Cross River State in the Commission and Chairman of the Personnel Matters Committee, shed light on the rationale behind the collaboration.
He emphasized that the decision to adopt a computer-based examination format was driven by the Commission’s commitment to ensuring the competency of its workforce, especially given its pivotal role in revenue monitoring and policy implementation. Whiley underscored the importance of testing officers’ professional competence and knowledge of regulations pertinent to their duties.
Speaking on behalf of the Commission, Nwaze Joseph Okechukwu, Secretary to the Board, expressed satisfaction with the smooth conduct of the exercise. He attributed the adoption of the computer-based method to the visionary leadership of the Commission’s Chairman, Mr. Muhammed Bello Shehu, aimed at propelling the organization to greater heights.
Okechukwu expressed optimism that future promotion exams within the Commission would also transition to the computer-based format, lauding the candidates for their exemplary conduct.
Mrs. Funmilola Fauziya P-Usman, acting director of the ICT department at JAMB, commended the collaboration with RMAFC and affirmed JAMB’s commitment to delivering seamless examination experiences. She noted the orderly behavior exhibited by the Commission’s staff throughout the examination process.
The exercise received accolades from participants, with Mr. Bashiru Aliyu expressed gratitude to the Commission for the opportunity to showcase intellectual capacities through the computer-based exam. He was optimistic about his performance. Similarly, Brenda Happiness from the Makurdi Zonal Office commended the Commission for a well-organized exercise, expressing hope for the continued use of the computer-based format in future promotion exams.
The successful collaboration between RMAFC and JAMB underscores the importance of embracing technological advancements to enhance operational efficiency and ensure the competency of public service personnel. This initiative sets a precedent for future promotion exercises within government agencies, signaling a shift towards modernization and excellence in human resource management practices.
