Attention 2025 UTME Candidates: “The Lekki Headmaster” is the New JAMB Reading Text
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced that “The Lekki Headmaster” by Kabir Alabi Garba will be the new reading text for the 2025 UTME Use of English. This shift moves away from the previously used “The Life Changer” and brings a fresh narrative aimed at broadening the reading experience of all candidates.
What is “The Lekki Headmaster”?
Title: The Lekki Headmaster
Author: Kabir Alabi Garba
Genre: Fiction, Educational Narrative
Setting: Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria
Set in the vibrant suburb of Lekki, Lagos, The Lekki Headmaster follows the story of a dedicated headmaster striving to improve the quality of education in his primary school despite facing many challenges. Through his efforts, the novel highlights the broader issues within the Nigerian education system.
Why Should You Care?
As a 2025 UTME candidate, this novel is now a key part of your study materials. Here’s why it matters:
- Insight into Educational Challenges
The story revolves around a headmaster who introduces innovative teaching methods to improve the education system. His dedication and struggles provide a unique perspective on the difficulties and complexities of educational reform. - A Real-Life Connection
The novel’s characters—teachers, students, and parents—reflect real-life societal issues, especially those affecting education in Nigeria. The headmaster’s efforts represent the clash between modern and traditional views on teaching. - Key Themes to Note
Prepare to encounter themes such as:
- The challenge of education reform.
- The battle between modern and traditional ideas.
- Sacrifices made for the sake of progress.
- The role of education in tackling inequality and social divides.
These themes are crucial for understanding the questions you’ll face in the JAMB Use of English section.
How to Get a Copy of “The Lekki Headmaster”
Don’t worry about where to find the book. Here’s how you can access it:
- During JAMB Registration: Candidates who register at accredited JAMB CBT Centres will receive a physical copy of the novel.
- Through Exam Preparation Apps: The book will soon be available on Examkits resources, which are designed to help you prepare for the UTME.
- For Android Users: Download the Examkits CBT App.
- For PC Users: Get the Examkits CBT Practice Software.
These tools make it easy to access study materials and practice effectively for your exams.
Why This Matters to You
“The Lekki Headmaster” isn’t just another book to read—it’s a lens through which you can understand the challenges facing Nigeria’s education system and the people working hard to fix it. By familiarizing yourself with the themes, characters, and plot of this novel, you’ll be better prepared for your JAMB Use of English questions and gain insight into the broader societal issues that could appear in the exam.
Make sure to read the novel thoroughly and understand its themes to stay ahead in your UTME preparations.
Stay informed. Stay ahead.
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