JAMB’S 150 CUT-OFF MARK: A DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD FOR NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES

JAMB’S 150 CUT-OFF MARK: A DOUBLE-EDGED SWORD FOR NIGERIAN UNIVERSITIES

JAMB’s new 150 cut-off mark could open doors for many—but it also raises big questions about quality and readiness in Nigerian higher education.

Educationist Sunday Fowowe welcomes the move, saying it boosts access for disadvantaged students and promotes equity across regions. This shift could help more youths enter universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, especially from underserved areas.

But Fowowe warns of challenges: overcrowded classrooms, strained resources, and the risk of lowering academic standards. He stresses that universities must use tools like Post-UTME screenings and foundation programs to maintain quality.

The success of this policy hinges on strong implementation, monitoring, and investment. With the right balance, it could transform access without sacrificing excellence.

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