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📽️ LIVE FROM JAMB POLICY MEETING 2024
• JAMB declares that the minimum age for admission into any tertiary institution in Nigeria is 18 years old.
• The Board expresses regret over the case of a student who studied in Canada at the 100 level and was sent back to Nigeria, only to retton in the 200 level at 18 years old.
• JAMB emphasizes that this age limit is non-negotiable, ensuring that students are emotionally and psychologically ready for tertiary education.
• This policy aims to promote academic excellence, reduce attrition rates, and enhance the overall quality of education in Nigeria.
• The meeting continues, with stakeholders discussing implications and implementation strategies for this new policy.