In a move aimed at promoting quality education and student development, the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, on Thursday announced a ban on admissions for candidates under the age of 18 into tertiary institutions in the country.
Speaking at the 2024 policy meeting of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), Mamman emphasized that the ban is effective immediately, starting with the 2024 admissions process. “JAMB is hereby notified that there is now a ban on underaged students, those under the age of 18, into our tertiary institutions from this 2024 admissions,” Mamman said.
The minister revealed that the Federal Government is considering adopting 18 years as the entry age for admission into universities and other tertiary institutions of learning. This move is expected to improve the quality of education and ensure that students are emotionally and mentally prepared for the challenges of tertiary education.
The ban on underaged admissions is a significant step towards enhancing the nation’s education system, and stakeholders have welcomed the development. With this announcement, Nigeria joins a growing list of countries that have implemented similar policies to ensure students’ well-being and academic success.
