Preparing for JAMB 2026 Literature in English? Then knowing the official JAMB 2026 Literature texts is non-negotiable. Every year, JAMB sets its Literature questions strictly from approved texts, and candidates who ignore this usually end up with low scores.
In this guide, you’ll find the complete JAMB 2026 Literature in English syllabus texts, neatly grouped into prose, drama, and poetry—both African and non-African. You’ll also get practical tips on how to study each category, what JAMB frequently asks, and how to prepare efficiently.
Whether you’re offering Literature as a core subject or using it for Law, English, Theatre Arts, Mass Communication, or related courses, this post is your complete roadmap.
JAMB 2026 Literature in English: Complete Approved Texts
JAMB has divided the Literature texts into the following categories:
- Shakespearean Text
- African Prose
- Non-African Prose
- African Drama
- Non-African Drama
- African Poetry
- Non-African Poetry
SHAKESPEAREAN TEXT (2026–2027)
William Shakespeare – Antony and Cleopatra
This classic tragedy explores:
- Love versus duty
- Power and politics
- Loyalty and betrayal
- Pride and downfall
JAMB focus areas:
- Major characters such as Antony, Cleopatra, and Octavius Caesar
- Key themes and conflicts
- Plot development
- Important quotes and dramatic irony
AFRICAN PROSE
1. Pede Hollist – So the Path Does Not Die
Major themes include:
- Tradition versus modernity
- Leadership and responsibility
- Cultural identity
2. Elma Shaw – Redemption Road
This novel focuses on:
- Trauma and healing
- War and its aftermath
- Forgiveness and resilience
Likely JAMB questions:
- Theme-based questions
- Character analysis
- Moral lessons
NON-AFRICAN PROSE
1. Harper Lee – To Kill a Mockingbird
Key themes:
- Racism and injustice
- Moral growth
- Courage and empathy
2. Susanne Bellefeuille – Path of Lucas: The Journey He Endured
Explores:
- Personal struggle
- Endurance and hope
- Social challenges
AFRICAN DRAMA1. Bosede Ademilua-Afolayan – Once Upon an Elephant
Themes include:
- Power and corruption
- Leadership failure
- Use of symbolism
2. Efua Sutherland – The Marriage of Anansewa
This drama highlights:
- Marriage customs
- Greed and wisdom
- Tradition, satire, and humour
NON-AFRICAN DRAMA
1. J. B. Priestley – An Inspector Calls
Explores:
- Social responsibility
- Class inequality
- Moral accountability
2. Robert Bolt – A Man for All Seasons
Themes include:
- Integrity and conscience
- Power versus morality
- Political pressure
AFRICAN POETRY
- Gabriel Okara – Once Upon a Time
- Elizabeth L. A. Kamara – New Tongue
- Wole Soyinka – Night
- Niyi Osundare – Not My Business
- S. O. H. Afriyie–Vidza – Hearty Garlands
- Syl Cheney-Coker – The Breast of the Sea
Study focus:
- Themes
- Poetic devices
- Tone and mood
- Poet’s message
NON-AFRICAN POETRY
- Lord Byron – She Walks in Beauty
- Geoffrey Chaucer – The Nun’s Priest’s Tale (Shortened)
- Seamus Heaney – Digging
- Maya Angelou – Still I Rise
- Fleur Adcock – The Telephone Call
- Wilfred Wilson Gibson – The Stone
How to Study JAMB 2026 Literature Texts Effectively
To perform well:
- Read summaries before the full texts
- Identify themes, characters, and literary devices
- Practice JAMB past questions regularly
- Use DTW JAMB CBT App as it contains all the above literature texts summary and exercises
- Revise poems line by line
Consistency is more effective than last-minute cramming.
Final Thoughts
Success in JAMB 2026 Literature in English depends on:
- Studying only the approved texts
- Understanding themes and literary techniques
- Practicing objective questions under timed conditions
Once these texts are mastered, scoring high in UTME Literature becomes achievable.
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