In a stirring New Year message that resonates with hope and determination, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has challenged Nigerians to embrace responsibility, patience, and unwavering integrity in 2026.

Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB's Public Communication Adviser, delivered a compelling call to action that acknowledges the nation's recent struggles while highlighting the transformative potential of individual commitment.

'This year calls for endurance, integrity, and unity,' Benjamin emphasized, noting that success will favor those who remain focused and principled, even when facing difficult circumstances. He stressed that small acts of honesty and compassion can create significant national impact.

The JAMB spokesman painted an optimistic picture of the year ahead, asserting that new opportunities will emerge from current challenges. 'Hard work will find reward in unexpected ways,' he proclaimed, encouraging citizens to choose 'patience over despair, dialogue over division, and commitment over indifference'.

Benjamin's message underscored the critical role of individual actions in national development. He urged Nigerians not to abandon their dreams or lose hope, reminding them that nations progress through the perseverance of ordinary citizens who refuse to surrender, even when advancement seems incremental.

'Each positive choice we make, no matter how small, adds to the future we all desire,' Benjamin said. 'Hold on. Stay steady. Keep moving forward. Better days are possible, and they are built by people who refuse to quit.'

His powerful message serves as a beacon of hope, reminding Nigerians that collective resilience and principled conduct can gradually replace uncertainty with healing and stability. By choosing unity and constructive engagement, the nation can transform its challenges into opportunities for meaningful progress.