The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced Kabir Alabi Garba’s The Lekki Headmaster as the official reading text for the Use of English in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The news, shared on JAMB’s official X account on January 14, 2025, comes as preparations for the UTME gather momentum.
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The Lekki Headmaster: A Key Reading Text for 2025 UTME
JAMB’s approval of The Lekki Headmaster emphasizes its importance in fostering a deeper understanding of literature and comprehension for candidates. Authored by renowned journalist Kabir Alabi Garba, the book aligns with JAMB’s mission of preparing students for academic excellence.
JAMB stated:
“Attention prospective 2025 UTME candidates! This is to inform you that The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba has been approved as the reading text for the Use of English. Details on the UTME/DE registration shall be released shortly. Kindly be on the lookout for updates.”
Registration and Preparation for UTME 2025
JAMB assured candidates that information regarding the UTME and Direct Entry (DE) registration would be announced soon. Prospective candidates are encouraged to stay updated via JAMB’s official channels.
Preparing with The Lekki Headmaster
Candidates are advised to read The Lekki Headmaster thoroughly, as it will form a significant part of the Use of English syllabus. Mastery of the text is essential for excelling in the examination.
JAMB’s Commitment to Seamless Registration
In a speech, JAMB’s coordinator emphasized the need for staff diligence and ethical conduct, ensuring a seamless registration process for 2025. He also expressed gratitude for their efforts in the past year, urging them to maintain high standards.
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JAMB is Nigeria’s official examination board responsible for conducting entrance exams into tertiary institutions. It administers UTME for university aspirants and similar exams for candidates entering monotechnics, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Prospective candidates must have valid qualifications such as WAEC or NECO certificates.
As JAMB gears up for the 2025 UTME, candidates are encouraged to prepare diligently. Reading The Lekki Headmaster and staying informed about registration updates are critical steps toward success. Stay connected with JAMB for timely updates and resources to excel.
