In 2025, JAMB may officially use “The Life Changer by Khadija Abubakar Jalli” as the Use of English Text/Novel for the UTME. If the Novel is still in use next year, it’ll be essential for all candidates that want to participate in the coming JAMB’s UTME.
“The Life Changer” is already in public domain and you can download the authorised e-book versions (PDF) of the novel directly on the official JAMB website.
About “The Life Changer by Khadijah Abubakat Jalli”The Life Changer by Khadija Abubakar Jalli is a novel that captures the transformative journey of a young Nigerian girl, Salma, and her friends as they navigate university life, confronting the challenges, opportunities, and moral dilemmas that come with it.
Written with easy-to-understand language and a storytelling style that blends local color with universal themes, the book explores critical issues in Nigerian society, such as corruption, peer influence, and the importance of family values.
Through the experiences of Salma and other characters, Jalli presents a coming-of-age narrative that emphasizes resilience, integrity, and the power of education as a “life changer” for young people.
The novel is not only entertaining but also serves as a moral compass, encouraging readers to reflect on personal choices and the impact they have on one’s future.
