JAMB Halts Law Admissions in 8 Universities: Key Details You Should Know
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced that admissions into the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme in eight universities will not be processed for the 2025/2026 academic session.
This decision comes as a directive from the Council of Legal Education (CLE), Nigeria’s highest regulatory body for legal education. If you were planning to study law in any of these universities, this update is crucial.
Which Universities Are Affected?
The suspension affects the following institutions:
- Kwara State University, Malete, Ilorin, Kwara State
- Bingham University, Karu, Nasarawa State
- Redeemers University, Ede, Osun State
- Western Delta University, Oghara, Delta State
- Taraba State University, Jalingo, Taraba State
- Arthur Jarvis University, Akpabuyo, Cross River State
- Alex Ekwueme Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State
- Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State
Why Has JAMB Suspended Law Admissions in These Schools?
The decision is based on the Council of Legal Education’s (CLE) suspension of law programmes in these universities. The CLE is responsible for overseeing the quality of legal education in Nigeria, ensuring that law graduates meet professional standards.
Although JAMB did not provide specific reasons for the CLE’s directive, such suspensions usually occur due to one or more of the following:
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- Accreditation Issues: The affected universities may have failed to meet the CLE’s standards for running a law programme.
- Insufficient Academic and Infrastructure Facilities: The CLE may have identified deficiencies in law faculties, including inadequate teaching staff, outdated legal libraries, or poor facilities.
- Non-Compliance with Regulatory Guidelines: Some universities may not have fully complied with CLE’s guidelines for legal education.
What This Means for Prospective Law Students
If you were planning to apply for law in any of these universities, here’s what you need to know:
1. You Cannot Apply for Law in These Institutions in 2025/2026
JAMB will not process any admissions for law programmes in these universities. If you had included them in your application, you’ll need to consider alternative schools.
2. Consider Accredited Law Faculties in Other Universities
Prospective law students should look for universities whose law programmes are fully accredited by the CLE. Before choosing an institution, confirm its accreditation status to avoid future complications.
3. Expect Possible Reinstatement in the Future
While law admissions in these institutions have been suspended, universities can work to regain accreditation. If they meet the required standards, their law faculties might be reinstated in future academic sessions.
What Should Affected Candidates Do?
If you had planned to study law in any of these universities, here’s how to navigate this situation:
- Check Other Accredited Law Schools: Consider applying to universities with CLE-approved law programmes.
- Stay Updated: Follow JAMB and the CLE for further announcements regarding this issue.
- Explore Alternative Courses: If law was your only option, you might want to explore related fields such as Political Science, Criminology, or International Relations.
Final Thoughts
The suspension of law admissions in these universities is a major development for legal education in Nigeria. Prospective students should take this as a learning opportunity and ensure they choose accredited institutions that provide quality legal education.
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