JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Yoruba 2025/2026: Best Study Materials

If you’re preparing for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination and have chosen Yoruba as one of your subjects, selecting the right JAMB recommended textbooks for Yoruba 2025/2026 is crucial for success. In this guide, we’ll provide a comprehensive list of approved Yoruba textbooks, along with effective study tips to help you excel in your exams.

Why You Need JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Yoruba

The JAMB recommended textbooks for Yoruba are officially approved by the examination body and align with the JAMB syllabus for Yoruba 2025/2026. These books cover essential topics in Yoruba language, literature, and culture, providing relevant examples and exercises to enhance your preparation.

Benefits of Using JAMB Recommended Yoruba Textbooks

• Master key concepts in Yoruba grammar, comprehension, and communication.
• Improve vocabulary and language proficiency.
• Familiarize yourself with exam-style questions and past JAMB patterns.
• Boost confidence and performance in the 2025/2026 JAMB Yoruba exam.

Complete List of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Yoruba 2025/2026

Here are the official JAMB-approved Yoruba textbooks for the 2025/2026 academic session:

Yoruba Language & Grammar

1. Abíọ́dún, Jíbọ́là (1995) – Àròkọ àti Aáyan Ògbufọ̀, Lagos: MAJAB Publishers
2. Adéwọlé, L.O. et al. (2000) – Exam Focus – Yorùbá Language for WASSCE/SSCE, Ìbàdàn: UP Plc.
3. Awóbùlúyì, O. (1978) – Essentials of Yorùbá Grammar, Ìbàdàn: UP Plc.
4. Awóbùlúyì, O. (1990) – Yorùbá Metalanguage (Èdè-Ìperí Yorùbá) Vol. II, Ìbàdàn: UP Plc.
5. Awóbùlúyì, O. (2008) – Èkọ́ Ìṣẹ̀dá-Òrọ̀ Yorùbá, Akure: Montem Paperback
6. Awóbùlúyì, O. (2013) – Èkọ́ Gírámà Èdè Yorùbá, Osogbo: Atman Ltd.
7. Babalọlá, A. (ed.) (1991) – Ìwé Ìmọ́dọ̀tun Yorùbá SSI – SSIII, Longman
8. Bámgbóṣé, O. (ed.) (1984) – Yorùbá Metalanguage (Èdè-Ìperí Yorùbá Vol. 1), Ìbàdàn: UP Plc.
9. Bámgbóṣé, A. (1990) – Fọnọ́lọ́jì àti Gírámà Yorùbá, Ìbàdàn
10. Mustapha, O. (ed.) (1988) – Èkọ́ – Èdè Yorùbá òde – òní SSI – SSIII, Macmillan
11. Mustapha, O. (ed.) (1991) – Èkọ́ – Èdè Yorùbá Titun SSI – SSIII, Ìbàdàn: UP Plc.
12. Ọdẹ́tókun, Adémọ́lá et al. (2005) – Ìwé Ìgbáradì fún Ìdánwó Yorùbá, Ìbàdàn: Macmillan
13. Owólabí, K. (1989) – Ìjìnlẹ̀ Ìtúpalẹ̀ Èdè Yorùbá (1) Fónẹ́tíkì àti Fọnọ́lọ́jì, Ìbàdàn: Oníbọnòjé Press
14. Owólabí, O. et al. (1999) – Countdown WASSCE/SSCE, NECO, JME (Ìwé Ìgbáradì fún Ìdánwó Àṣekágbá Yorùbá), Ìbàdàn: Evans
15. Ọyàdèyi, O. (1998) – Ìjìnlẹ̀ Fọnọ́lọ́jì àti Gírámà Èdè Yorùbá, Ìbàdàn: Heinemann

Yoruba Literature

All prescribed Yoruba literature texts are listed in the JAMB syllabus under the Topics/Contents/Notes section.

Yoruba Culture

1. Adéoyè, C.L. (1979) – Àṣà àti Ìṣe Yorùbá, Ìbàdàn: OUP
2. Adéoyè, C.L. (1985) – Ìgbàgbọ́ àti Èsìn Yorùbá, Ìbàdàn: Oníbọnọ̀jẹ́ Press
3. Ládejé, T.A. et al. (1986) – Àkójọpọ̀ Ìwádìí Ìjìnlẹ̀ Àṣà Yorùbá, Ìbàdàn: Macmillan Publishers

How to Use JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Yoruba Effectively

To maximize your study sessions, follow these proven tips:
✔ Start early and create a study timetable covering all syllabus topics.
✔ Choose textbooks that match your learning style—use multiple books for different perspectives.
✔ Read actively, take notes, and highlight key points.
✔ Practice past JAMB questions and take mock exams.
✔ Seek help from teachers or study groups for difficult topics.
✔ Revise consistently before the exam.

Best of luck in your JAMB 2025/2026 exams!