The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that eight Nigerian universities will be barred from admitting candidates into their law programs for the 2025/2026 academic session. This decision follows the suspension of their Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programs by the Council of Legal Education (CLE).
Affected Institutions:
- Kwara State University
- Bingham University, Nasarawa
- Redeemers University, Osun
- Western Delta University, Delta State
- Taraba State University
- Arthur Jarvis University, Cross River
- Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ebonyi
- Nigerian Police Academy, Kano
Notably, the suspension for the Nigerian Police Academy extends to the 2026/2027 academic session.
While specific reasons for the suspension were not detailed, the CLE is responsible for maintaining standards in legal education across Nigeria. The suspension indicates that these institutions may have fallen short of the required benchmarks set by the council.
Prospective law students are advised to consider alternative accredited institutions for their studies. JAMB has updated its admission guidelines to reflect these changes, ensuring that candidates are informed during the application process.
This development underscores the CLE’s commitment to upholding the quality of legal education in Nigeria. It serves as a reminder to educational institutions of the importance of adhering to established standards to ensure the credibility and competence of future legal practitioners.
Government’s Commitment to Addressing Out-of-School Children
In a related educational development, the Minister of State for Education, Professor Suwaiba Sa’idu Ahmad, has emphasized the federal government’s dedication to reducing the number of out-of-school children in Nigeria. Speaking at the National Traditional and Religious Leaders Conference, she highlighted the importance of investing in girls’ education as a means to empower families and foster national development.
Professor Ahmad described the issue of out-of-school children as a significant challenge and reaffirmed the government’s vision of a Nigeria where every child can learn, thrive, and contribute to the country’s progress. She also noted that the government plans to redefine the term “out-of-school children” to exclude Almajiri children, acknowledging that they already have a system of education. The aim is to integrate foundational literacy, numeracy, digital skills, and vocational training into the Almajiri system to better align it with formal education frameworks.
These initiatives reflect the government’s broader strategy to enhance educational access and quality across the nation, ensuring that all children receive the education necessary to contribute meaningfully to society.
