By DAYO ADESULU
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) is yet to commence. The board assured prospective candidates that the details of the registration process will be communicated in due course.
Registration Preparation Guidelines
In a statement shared on its official X (formerly Twitter) account, JAMB advised candidates to begin early preparations by:
- Securing a National Identification Number (NIN) is a mandatory requirement.
- Obtaining a unique phone number that was not previously used for registration on JAMB’s platform.
“You can get your NIN ahead and a phone number that has not been previously used to register on our platform to generate your profile code prior to the time,” JAMB stated.
New Reading Text for 2025 UTME Use of English
JAMB has approved The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba as the recommended reading text for the 2025 UTME Use of English paper. The announcement urges prospective candidates to familiarize themselves with the book as part of their preparation.
“Attention prospective 2025 UTME candidates! 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,” the board stated.
Staff Compliance and Registration Protocols
In its latest bulletin dated January 13, 2025, JAMB directed its staff to either update their profiles or register afresh in preparation for the examination. The board emphasized strict adherence to protocols to avoid breaches during the examination process.
Stay Updated
JAMB has advised candidates to monitor its official platforms for the latest updates on the registration timeline, guidelines, and other relevant information.
Key Takeaways
- Registration Date: Not yet announced.
- Preparation: Secure NIN and a unique phone number.
- Reading Text: The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba.
- Official Updates: Follow JAMB’s official channels for reliable information.
