JAMB Suspends Law Programme Admissions in Redeemers University, 7 Others

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has taken the significant step of suspending admissions into the Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) programme at eight Nigerian universities for the 2025/2026 academic session. This decision comes in the wake of the Council of Legal Education (CLE) suspending these law programmes due to alleged violations of regulatory procedures.

Affected Institutions

The universities affected by this suspension include:

• 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
• Nigerian Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State

Notably, the suspension at the Nigerian Police Academy will extend beyond the current academic session, covering both the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 sessions, making it a more extended period of suspension.

Reasons for Suspension

The suspension follows findings by the CLE that these universities did not adhere to the necessary regulatory procedures for running law programmes. This action underscores the importance of maintaining high educational standards in legal education to ensure that law graduates are adequately prepared for their roles in society.

Impact on Students and Universities

This suspension means that no new students will be admitted into the LL.B programme at these universities for the upcoming academic year. Existing students in these programmes are expected to continue their studies, but new admissions will be halted until the issues are resolved. This decision could impact the number of law students entering the field, potentially affecting the legal education landscape in Nigeria.

For prospective law students, this news necessitates a review of their educational plans, possibly redirecting applications to other universities where the law programme is still in good standing. Universities, on the other hand, will need to address the regulatory concerns to lift the suspension in time for future admissions.

Reactions and Future Steps

Reactions have been mixed, with some stakeholders expressing concern over the potential disruption to student’s educational paths. JAMB, through its Public Communications Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, has confirmed that no admissions will be approved for law programmes at these institutions until further notice. The Council of Legal Education is expected to work closely with these institutions to rectify the issues leading to the suspension.

This suspension by JAMB is a clear signal of the commitment to quality control in legal education in Nigeria. It serves as a reminder to all institutions about the importance of compliance with educational standards and regulations. Prospective students are advised to stay updated on the resolution of these issues or consider alternative universities for their law studies. To learn more about JAMB registration: JAMB 2025 UTME Registration Dates Announced: What You Need to Know

The developments in this case will likely be monitored closely by educational bodies, current students, and those aspiring to join the legal profession, highlighting the dynamic and sometimes challenging landscape of higher education in Nigeria.

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