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FULL LIST: Nigeria’s Varsities That Accept 140, 150, 160 JAMB Scores

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12 months ago

May 20, 2025

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Following the low pass rate recorded in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) conducted by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), many students across the country have been left anxious and uncertain about their next steps. The disappointing results have sparked widespread concern, especially among candidates who had high hopes of gaining admission into top-tier institutions. With cut-off marks likely to be affected and competition for available slots even tighter, students are now reassessing their options and exploring alternative institutions and courses they might not have initially considered.

As the admission season approaches, questions about school choices, catchment areas, and departmental requirements have become top of mind for students and parents alike. Many are turning to educational consultants, online forums, and career guidance counselors in search of reliable advice. For some, the focus has shifted from prestigious universities to more accessible polytechnics and colleges of education, while others are considering taking a gap year to prepare for the next UTME cycle. The uncertainty has created a sense of urgency, as students scramble to secure a spot in any institution that matches their scores and career aspirations.

Here are universities that accept JAMB scores as low as 140:

Universities Accepting 160 JAMB score and above

1. Abia State University

2. Achievers University

3. Akwa Ibom State University

4. Al-Qalam University

5. American University of Nigeria

6. Augustine University

7. Babcock University

8. Bowen University

9. Covenant University

10. Edo University

11. Igbinedion University

12. Joseph Ayo Babalola University

13. Madonna University

14. Nile University of Nigeria

15. Oduduwa University

16. Pan-Atlantic University

17. Paul University

18. Redeemer’s University

19. Renaissance University

20. Rhema University

21. Samuel Adegboyega University

22. Skyline University Nigeria

23. Summit University

24. Tansian University

25. University of Mkar

26. Veritas University

27. Wellspring University

Universities accepting 150 JAMB score and above

1. Adamawa State University

2. Ajayi Crowther University

3. Al-Hikmah University

4. Benson Idahosa University

5. Bingham University

6. Caritas University

7. Chrisland University

8. Crawford University

9. Hallmark University

10. Mountain Top University

11. Novena University

12. Nigerian Turkish Nile University

13. Precious Cornerstone University

14. Renaissance University

15. Rhema University

16. Salem University

17. Southwestern University

18. Tansian University

19. University of Mkar

20. Veritas University

21. Wellspring University

Universities Accepting 140 JAMB score and above

1. Admiralty University of Nigeria

2. African University of Science and Technology

3. Baze University

4. Chrisland University

5. Delta State University

6. Federal University, Dutse

7. Federal University, Dutsin-Ma

8. Federal University, Gashua

9. Federal University, Gusau

10. Federal University, Kasere

11. Federal University, Otuoke

12. Gombe State University

13. Lead City University

14. Modibbo Adama University of Technology

15. Nile University of Nigeria

16. Northwest University

17. Obong University

18. Oduduwa University

19. PAMO University of Medical Sciences

20. Renaissance University

21. Rhema University

22. Ritman University

23. Samuel Adegboyega University

24. Skyline University Nigeria

25. Summit University

26. University of Africa

27. University of Mkar

28. Veritas University

29. Wellspring University

Source: Nation

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Edo NLC Crisis: Caretaker Committee Drags Rival Exco, Govt To Court

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5 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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The division in the Edo State Council of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), took a new dimension on Wednesday as Prof. Monday Monday Lewis Igbafen-led caretaker committee approached the National Industrial Court of Nigeria, Benin Judicial Division, seeking to affirm its authority and restrain a rival executive from parading itself as the council’s leadership.

Joined in the suit are the Edo State Government, the Commissioner for Labour and Productivity, and the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice.

In a suit marked: NICN/BEN/12/2026, and filed before the court in Benin, the claimant, Igbafen, acting for himself and on behalf of the NLC Caretaker Committee in Edo State, is challenging the continued occupation of the union’s secretariat and control of its assets by members of the Bernard Egwakhide-led factional State Executive Council.

The claimants are asking the court to declare that the caretaker committee (Igbafen-led faction), constituted on August 11, 2025, by the NLC national leadership, remains the only lawful authority to administer the affairs of the Edo State Council pending fresh elections.

They further seek a declaration that the continued occupation of the NLC secretariat located at No. 1 Teboga Road, Benin City, as well as the retention of union assets, financial records, and official instruments by the defendants, is illegal and void.

The suit also prays for an order of perpetual injunction restraining the defendants from parading themselves as officials of the NLC Edo Council or interfering with the functions of the caretaker committee.

In addition, the claimants are seeking a mandatory order compelling the defendants to immediately hand over the secretariat, vehicles, financial documents, cheque books, and all other properties belonging to the union.

The caretaker committee further urged the court to restrain the state government and its officials from interfering in the internal affairs of the union, alleging undue support for the dissolved executive.

The claimants further demand N50 million as general and exemplary damages against the defendants for alleged unlawful usurpation of office and acts prejudicial to the administration of the council.

According to court documents made available to our correspondent, the crisis followed the dissolution of the Edo State Council by the NLC National Executive Council on February 27, 2025, over allegations of misconduct, anti-union activities, and constitutional violations.

However, the matter has yet to be assigned a hearing date.

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Transfer: Premier League Clubs Scramble For Dele-Bashiru

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10 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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Lazio midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is a subject of interest from three Premier League clubs, according to Sky Sports.

Lazio reportedly rejected offers from Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth for the Nigeria international in January.

La Biancolesti are bracing for more interest in Dele-Bashiru ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sky Sports.

The 24-year-old has two years left on his contract with the Serie A club.

The attacking midfielder joined the Rome-based club from Turkish Super Lig outfit Hatayspor in 2024.

He has been a regular feature for Lazio this season.

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Xenophobic Attacks: Nigerian Students To Picket MTN, MultiChoice, Other Businesses

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11 hours ago

May 6, 2026

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The leadership of the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS South-West Zone D, has announced plans to picket South African companies in Nigeria following the ongoing xenophobic attacks in the country.

DAILY POST reports that some Nigerians were recently killed in South Africa over the violent attacks.

A statement issued to newsmen by Comrade Adeyemo Josiah Kayode, Coordinator, NANS South-West, Zone D, said that the association is mobilizing to take decisive and lawful action by organizing peaceful picketing and mass advocacy against South African business interests operating in Nigeria.

“We categorically state that the continued targeting of Nigerians under any guise is unacceptable and must come to an immediate end.

“This will include major corporations such as MTN Group and MultiChoice Group. It is morally indefensible for businesses to thrive in an environment where the lives of Nigerians are protected, while Nigerians are subjected to fear and violence elsewhere.

“This contradiction will no longer be tolerated,” the statement said.