JAMB Recommended Textbooks For Economics

If you are preparing for the JAMB UTME Economics exam, one of the smartest things you can do is study with the right materials. JAMB has officially released a list of recommended textbooks that cover all the important topics in the Economics syllabus. These books were carefully selected because they explain key economic principles clearly and are in line with what JAMB sets questions from.

As a candidate, you must check this list and make sure you’re using at least some of these books as part of your study plan. Whether you’re learning the basics or revising advanced topics, these resources will help you understand the subject better and boost your confidence.

Using these JAMB recommended textbooks for Economics, even just a few of them, along with past questions and JAMB’s syllabus, puts you in a strong position to pass the exam and score high. Below, you will find the full list of recommended Economics textbooks and much more to guide your preparation.

JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Economics

1. Aderinto, A. A., et al. (1996). Economics: Exam focus. Ibadan: University Press Plc.
2. Black, J. (1997). Oxford dictionary of economics. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
3. Eyiyere, D. O. (1980). Economics made easy. Benin City: Quality Publishers Ltd.
4. Fajana, F., et al. (1999). Countdown to SSCE/JME economics. Ibadan: Evans.
5. Falodun, A. B., et al. (1997). Round-up economics. Lagos: Longman.
6. Koutsoyiannis, A. (1979). Modern microeconomics. London: Macmillan.
7. Lipsey, R. G. (1997). An introduction to positive economics. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
8. Samuelson, P. A., & Nordhaus, W. D. (1989). Economics. Singapore: McGraw-Hill.
9. Udu, E., & Agu, G. A. (2005). New system economics: A senior secondary course. Ibadan: Africana FIRST Publishers Ltd.
10. Wonnacott, P., & Wonnacott, R. (1979). Economics. New York: McGraw-Hill.
11. Brownson-Oton, R. (2010). What is microeconomics? Niky Printing and Publishing Co.

To get started, you can check your school library, visit local bookstores, or search online platforms to find these recommended Economics textbooks.

And while you’re getting the books, don’t forget to download the official JAMB syllabus for Economics. It outlines all the topics you need to cover. Also, make sure to practice with JAMB past questions; they’ll help you understand how questions are asked and where to focus.

Smart Study Tips for JAMB Economics 2025

Getting ready for Economics in the 2025 JAMB UTME? These tips will help you study smarter:-

• Don’t just read randomly. Get the official JAMB syllabus for Economics and use it to guide your reading. It shows you all the topics JAMB expects you to cover.
• Study from JAMB-approved Economics textbooks. These books explain topics clearly and match the exam format.
• Get JAMB past questions and answers, and practice them regularly. It helps you understand the way questions are set, and which topics are common.
• Instead of trying to cram facts, focus on understanding concepts like demand & supply, inflation, and economic systems. When you understand a topic, it’s easier to answer any question on it.
• Don’t try to study everything in one day. Break your reading into small, manageable topics. You can study for 1–2 hours daily and still cover a lot before the exam.
• Make short notes or flashcards in your own words as you read. They’ll be super helpful when revising later, especially in the final weeks.
• Don’t just read once and move on. Go over what you’ve read at least once a week to keep it fresh in your memory.

Don’t forget to rest well, especially the night before the exam. A fresh mind works faster and remembers more.

Good luck in your JAMB preparation. Don’t forget to share this post with your friends and classmates who are also preparing. If you need the recommended textbooks for other subjects, feel free to check our page.