Studying the JAMB History syllabus is crucial for students preparing for the UTME examination.
By following the syllabus, you can focus your efforts on the topics that will be covered in the exam, increasing your chances of scoring well.
In this blog post, we will provide an overview of the JAMB History syllabus, including the topics and objectives for each area of study.
We will also list the recommended textbooks that can aid your preparation. Let’s dive in!
Africa and The Wider World Since 1800:
- Ethiopia in The 19th Century
- The Great Trek
- The Mfecane
- The Omani Empire
- Apartheid in South Africa
- Patterns of Colonial Rule in Africa
- Problems of Nation-Building in Africa
- The New Imperialism and European Occupation of Africa
- The Politics of Decolonization
Egypt Under Mohammed Ali and Khedive Ismail: 10. Islamic Reform Movements and State Building in West Africa
- Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Christian Missionary Activities in West Africa
- The Mahdi and Mahdiyya Movement in The Sudan
- Nigeria 1900-1960
- The Amalgamation of 1914
- Colonial Administration After the Amalgamation
- Nationalism, Constitutional Developments, and Independence
- Social Development Under Colonial Rule
- The Colonial Economy
- The Establishment of Colonial Rule Up to 1914
- Nigeria Since Independence
Key Periods and Governments in Nigeria’s History: 21. Murtala/Obasanjo Regime
- Nigeria in International Organizations
- The Abacha Regime
- The Babangida Regime
- The Buhari Regime
- The Civil War
- The Gowon Regime
- The Interim National Government (ING)
- The Politics of the First Republic and Military Intervention
- The Second Republic
The Nigeria Area: 31. The Nigeria Area 1800-1900
- Benin
- British Conquest of the Nigeria Area
- Efik
- European Penetration and Impact
- Igbo
- Kanem-Borno
- Nupe
- The Sokoto Caliphate
- Yorubaland
- The Nigeria Area Up to 1800
- Early Centres of Civilization
- Economic Activities and Growth of States
- External Influences
- Land and Peoples of the Nigeria Area
- Origin and Formation of States in The Nigeria Area
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for History:
- Abba, A (2006): The Politics of Mallam Aminu Kano
- Ayandele, A. E. et al (1986): The Making of Modern Africa
- Ajayi and Crowther (1971): History of West Africa Vol. I
- Ajayi and Crowther (1974): History of West Africa Vol. II
- Akinloye, S. A. (1976): Emergent African States: Topics in Twentieth Century African History
- Akinyemi, A. B., Agbi, S. O and Otunbanjo, A. O. (eds) (1989): Nigeria since Independence: The First 25 years
- Anene J. C. and Brown, G (1966): African in the 19th and 20th centuries
- And many more…
Conclusion
To excel in the JAMB UTME History examination, it is essential to follow the official syllabus provided by JAMB.
This blog post has presented the complete list of topics included in the JAMB History syllabus, along with the corresponding objectives.
Additionally we have shared a list of recommended textbooks that can aid your preparation.
By studying these topics in-depth and referring to the recommended textbooks, you will be well-equipped to tackle the UTME examination successfully.