Local Government & Development Studies — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Social Sciences Offered at 2 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English GovernmentHistoryEconomicsany other subject

To study Local Government & Development Studies in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Government/History, Economics and any other subject.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.

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O’Level & JAMB Requirements

Five (5) SSC credit passes including English Language, Government or History, Economics and any other two (2) subjects and at least a pass in Mathematics.

2 Institutions offering Local Government & Development Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Local Government & Development Studies in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Government/History, Economics and any other subject..

Is Use of English compulsory for Local Government & Development Studies?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Local Government & Development Studies and for every other course.

Can I study Local Government & Development Studies through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Local Government & Development Studies through JAMB Direct Entry (DE) instead of sitting the UTME, subject to the institution's DE requirements.

What O'Level result do I need for Local Government & Development Studies?

You need at least five (5) SSCE credit passes obtained in not more than two sittings, including the subjects listed under JAMB Requirements above.

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