Preparing for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Nigeria requires the right study materials, especially for a subject as crucial as Economics. Economics examines how societies allocate scarce resources to meet unlimited wants, covering key concepts like demand and supply, market structures, national income, inflation, unemployment, economic growth, and international trade.
To excel in JAMB Economics 2025/2026, candidates must study the official JAMB syllabus and use the recommended textbooks. These books are carefully selected by subject experts to align with the exam’s scope, ensuring students gain the necessary knowledge and skills.
Why Use JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Economics?
Using the JAMB recommended Economics textbooks offers several advantages:
- Comprehensive Syllabus Coverage – These books cover all UTME Economics topics, providing detailed explanations, examples, and illustrations for better understanding.
- Past Questions & Practice Tests – Many recommended textbooks include JAMB past questions, helping students familiarize themselves with the exam format and question patterns.
- Exam Strategies & Tips – These books offer effective answering techniques, time management strategies, and ways to avoid common mistakes.
- Updated & Relevant Content – The recommended books are revised to reflect current economic principles and JAMB syllabus updates.
List of JAMB Recommended Economics Textbooks for 2025/2026
Here are the official JAMB-recommended Economics textbooks for the 2025/2026 UTME:
- Aderinto, A.A. et al. (1996) – Economics: Exam Focus – University Press Plc.
- Black, J. (1997) – Oxford Dictionary of Economics – Oxford University Press.
- Eyiyere, D.O. (1980) – Economics Made Easy – Quality Publishers Ltd.
- Fajana, F. et al. (1999) – Countdown to SSCE/JME Economics – Evans.
- Falodun, A.B. et al. (1997) – Round-up Economics – Longman.
- Kountsoyiannis, A. (1979) – Modern Microeconomics – Macmillan.
- Lipsey, R.G. (1997) – An Introduction to Positive Economics – Oxford University Press.
- Samuelson, P. & Nordhaus, W. (1989) – Economics – McGraw-Hill.
- Udu E. & Agu G.A. (2005) – New System Economics: A Senior Secondary Course – Africana FIRST Publishers Ltd.
- Wannacott & Wannacott (1979) – Economics – McGraw-Hill.
- Brownson-oton Richard (2010) – What is Micro-Economics? – Niky Printing and Publishing.
- Brownson-oton Richard (2010) – What is Macro-Economics? – Niky Printing and Publishing.
How to Maximize Your JAMB Economics Preparation
- Study the Syllabus First – Ensure you understand all JAMB Economics topics before diving into textbooks.
- Practice Past Questions – Use the past questions in these books to test your knowledge.
- Focus on Key Areas – Pay extra attention to demand and supply, national income, inflation, and economic policies.
- Join Study Groups – Discussing with peers can help clarify difficult concepts.
- Take Mock Exams – Simulate exam conditions to improve speed and accuracy.
Start your preparation early, stay consistent, and make the most of these resources to ace your UTME Economics exam!
