The management of JAMB has officially released the 2025/2026 Government syllabus for candidates preparing for the UTME exams. This syllabus outlines the essential topics you need to study to excel in the Government section of the exam.
Syllabus Overview
| Examination Type | UTME / Direct Entry |
| Examination Year | 2025/2026 |
| Syllabus | Government |
| File Format | |
| File Size | 300KB |
The JAMB Government syllabus is a comprehensive guide that highlights the topics and areas that candidates need to cover in preparation for the UTME Government paper. It focuses on political systems, institutions, theories, and governance in Nigeria and beyond.
Moreover, here on this page, we will be providing a link to download the syllabus. Interested candidates are to read thoroughly for updates concerning the Jamb government syllabus.
General Objectives
- Appreciate the meaning of Government;
- Analyze the framework and specify the institutions of Government;
- Appreciate the basic principles of democratic governance and their application in Nigeria;
- Explain the concept of citizenship and define the duties and obligations of a citizen;
- Appreciate the process of political development in Nigeria;
- Evaluate the political development and problems of governance in Nigeria;
- Understand the determinants and dynamics of foreign policy as they relate to Nigeria;
- Assess the role of Nigeria as a member of the international community and the workings of international organizations.
JAMB 2025 Syllabus for Art
| TOPICS/CONTENTS/NOTES | OBJECTIVES |
|---|---|
| 1. Basic Concepts in Government a. Power, Authority, Legitimacy, Sovereignty; b. Society, State, Nation, Nation-State; c. Political Processes; Political Socialization, Political Participation, Political Culture. | Candidates should be able to; i. identify the fundamental concepts in governance; ii. analyse various political processes; |
| 2. Forms of Government: Monarchy, Aristocracy, Oligarchy, Autocracy, Republicanism, Democracy definitions, features, merits and demerits. | Candidates should be able to; i. distinguish between different forms of government. |
| 3. Arms of Government: a. The Legislature – types, structure, functions, powers; b. The Executive – types, functions, powers; c. The Judiciary – functions, powers, components. d. Their relationships | Candidates should be able to; i. identify the duties and obligations of the various arms of government and their agencies; ii. relate each arm to its functions; iii. appreciate how these arms interrelates. |
| 4. Structures of Governance: a. Unitary – features, reasons for adoption, merits and demerits b. Federal – features, reasons for adoption, merits and demerits c. Confederal – features, reasons for adoption, merits and demerits. | Candidates should be able to; i. compare the various political structures of governance |
| 5. Systems of Governance: Presidential, Parliamentary and Monarchical. | Candidates should be able to; i. distinguish between the different systems of governance. |
Download JAMB 2025 Syllabus for Government
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can I access the JAMB Government syllabus?
You can access it on the official JAMB website under the Syllabus section or download the PDF directly on this page.
Is the JAMB syllabus for Government the same every year?
The syllabus remains mostly the same, but slight updates or additions may occur. Always confirm with the most recent version.
What are the most important topics to focus on?
Pay attention to topics like political ideologies, forms of government, Nigerian political history, and electoral systems.
Are there recommended textbooks for studying Government?
Yes, JAMB recommends specific textbooks, which are often listed in the syllabus document.
Can I rely only on the syllabus to pass JAMB Government?
The syllabus is a guide, but you should complement it with past questions, current affairs knowledge, and thorough study of recommended textbooks.
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