The Minister of Education has announced a significant change in the eligibility criteria for writing the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. Starting from 2025, no candidate below the age of 18 will be permitted to write the JAMB examination.
The Minister of Education has announced that from 2025, no candidates below the age of 18 will be permitted to write the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination.
The Minister emphasized that this age benchmark is already part of Nigeria’s education laws and will be enforced starting from the 2025 admission cycle. This new policy aligns with Nigeria’s 6-3-3-4 education system and aims to ensure that students are adequately prepared for higher education.
The policy aims to ensure that only candidates who have attained the minimum age requirement can participate in the examination. The Minister emphasized that this decision is final and that there will be no exceptions.
Implications for Candidates
This new policy will likely impact candidates who are eager to gain admission into tertiary institutions at a younger age. However, it also ensures that candidates have sufficient maturity and educational preparation before embarking on higher education.
Reaction from Stakeholders
Stakeholders in the education sector have expressed mixed reactions to this policy. Some have welcomed the move, citing the need for candidates to have adequate preparation and maturity. Others have raised concerns about the potential impact on gifted and exceptional students.
What’s Next?
The Minister has assured that the new policy will be strictly enforced from 2025. Candidates and parents are advised to take note of this change and plan accordingly.
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