JAMB Syllabus for Use of English 2027/2028 Free Download PDF

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September 14, 2026

JAMB Syllabus for Use of English 2027/2028, JAMB Area of Concentration for Use of English, and JAMB recommended textbooks for Use of English 2027 is out and now available for download in PDF format.

JAMB Area of Concentration for Use of English 2027/2028

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the 2027/2028 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) syllabus and area of concentration for Use of English.

JAMB Syllabus for Use of English 2027/2028, JAMB Area of Concentration for Use of English, and JAMB recommended textbooks for Use of English 2027 is out and now available for download in PDF format.

JAMB syllabus for Use of English is an examination planning tool and official document that outlines all topics and the approved areas of concentration for the 2027/2028 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

  1. The aim of the JAMB 2027 Use of English syllabus is to prepare candidates for the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
  2. The syllabus defines the specific topics covered in Use of English.
  3. It eliminates guesswork and helps candidates know exactly what to study for Use of English.
  4. Proper use of this approved JAMB Area of Concentration for Use of English 2027 can help candidates improve their JAMB scores and identify the important topics in Use of English to study in preparation for the UTME.

NB: JAMB syllabus for Use of English 2027 is the same thing as JAMB area of concentration for Use of English 2027.

JAMB Syllabus for Use of English 2027/2028 Free Download PDF

All the topics listed here are important, and candidates preparing for Use of English are expected to know them.

JAMB will randomly set questions from these topics, and the questions may cover any of the areas listed below.

Below is the approved 2027 JAMB syllabus for Use of English:

1.       Comprehension/Summary
2.       Lexis And Structure
3.       Oral Forms
4.       Topics By Popularity
5.       Description
6.        Narration
7.        Exposition
8.       Argumentation/Persuasion
9.       Comprehension
10.     Cloze Passage
11.    The Life Changer
12.    Sentence Completion
13.    Sentence Interpretation
14.    Antonyms
15.    Synonyms
16.    Oral Forms
17.    Homonyms
18.    Clause And Sentence Patterns
19.    Word Classes And Their Functions
20.    Punctuation And Spelling

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How to Study with 2027 Use of English Syllabus

To make the most of the 2027 JAMB Use of English syllabus, consider the following tips: 

  1. Start by downloading the Use of English syllabus.
  2. Combine the syllabus with JAMB Use of English past questions. This will help you better understand how each topic and subject is examined.
  3. Write out the topics, issues, and specific objectives listed in the syllabus.
  4. Use the approved JAMB Use of English textbooks recommended for 2027/2028 as provided in the syllabus.
  5. Finally, read our guide on how to pass JAMB 2027 without stress.

JAMB Recommended Textbooks For Use of English 2027/2028

Below are the JAMB recommended textbooks for Use of English 2027:

1.         Adedimeji, M. A (2021) Doses of Grammar. Patigi. Ahman Pategi University Press.
2.         Attah, M. O. (2013). Practice in Spoken English for Intermediate and Advanced Learners. Maiduguri: University of Maiduguri Press.
3.         Bamgbose, A. (2002). English Lexis and Structure for Senior Secondary Schools and Colleges (Revised Edition). Ibadan: Heinemann.
4.         Banjo, A., Adeniran A., Akano, A. and Onoga, U. (2004) New Oxford Secondary English Course Book six for Senior Secondary Schools. Ibadan: University Press Plc.
5.         Caesar, O. J. (2003). Essential Oral English for Schools and Colleges. Lagos: Tonad Publishers Limited.
6.         Jones, D. (2011). Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
7.         Egbe, D. I (1996). Mastering English Usage and Communication Skills. Lagos: Tisons.
8.         Elugbe, B. (2000). Oral English for Schools and Colleges. Ibadan: Heinemann.
9.         Grant, N. J. H., Nnamonu, S. and Jowitt, D. (1998) Senior English Project 3. (New Edition) Harlow: Longman.
10.     Idowu., O. O., Sogbesan, T. S., Adofo, A. K., Burgess, D. F. and Burgess, L. J. (1998) Round-up English: A Complete Guide, Lagos: Longman.
11.     Idris, U. (2001). Oral English at Your Fingertips for Schools and Colleges. Lagos: M. Youngbrain Publishers.
12.     Igiligi, E. C. and Ogenyi, S. O. (2010) Grammar and Composition in the G.S.M. Age. Enugu: Joe Hills Production Services.
13.     Jauro, L. B. (2013). Oral English for Schools and Colleges: A Teaching and Learning Approach. Yola: Paraclete Publishers.
14.     Nnamonu, S. and Jowitt, D. (1989) Common Errors in English. Lagos: Longman.
15.     Obinna, M. F. (2001) University Matriculation Use of English. (Fourth Edition). Port Harcourt: Sunray Books Limited.
16.     Ogunsanwo, O., Duruaku, A. B.C., Ezechukwu, J. and Nwachukwu, U. I. (2005) Countdown English Language (Revised Edition). Ibadan: Evans Brothers.
17.     Olatoye, S. (2006) The Silent Teacher. Ado-Ekiti: Segun and Sons Enterprises.
18.     Oluikpe, B. O. A., Nnaemeka, B. A., Obah, T. Y., Otagburuagu, E. J., Onuigbo, S. and Ogbonna, E. A. (1998)
19.     Intensive English for Senior Secondary School 3. Onitsha: Africana. First Publishers
20.     Tomori, S. H. O. (2000) Objective Tests for School Certificate English: Practice in Lexis, Structure and Idiom (Reprinted Edition). Ibadan: Heinemann.
21.     Ukwuegbu, C., Okoro, O., Idris, A. U., Okebukola, F. O. and Owokade, C. O. (2002) Catch-up English for SSCE/UME. Ibadan: Heinemann.

Conclusion

JAMB Area of Concentration for Use of English 2027/2028 is out. If you want to score high in JAMB Use of English 2027, you should not joke with the UTME Use of English syllabus. Every year, the number of JAMBites continues to increase.

Statistics show that more than 2.6 million candidates registered for the 2026 JAMB examination. With more candidates competing for admission each year, adequate preparation is more important than ever.

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