JAMB 2026/2027 Recommended Textbooks for Principles of Accounts

If Accounting is one of your UTME exam subjects, we advise you to use the reference texts in the JAMB Syllabus for Principles of Accounts to study.

Many candidates struggle because they read random topics online or use outdated textbooks that don’t follow the structure JAMB uses. When you rely on the reference texts, you study with clarity, cover what really matters, and avoid wasting time on topics that will never appear in the exam. Here, we will disclose these books to you.

List of JAMB Recommended Principles of Accounts Textbooks 2026

S/N	Book Title	Author(s)	Brief Description
1	Modern Financial Accounting	Abdullahi D. Z.	Covers the structure of financial statements, accounting systems, and basic record keeping required at the secondary school level.
2	Get Your Financial Accounting Right – Book One	Adeifa O.; Ajileye, J. O.; Oluwasanna, R. O	Introduces core bookkeeping concepts and step-by-step explanations for handling accounts in simple formats.
3	Get Your Financial Accounting Right – Book Two	Ajileye, J. O. & Adetifa O.	Provides extended topics such as depreciation, bank reconciliation, and manufacturing accounts, designed for exam preparation.
4	Basic Accounting	Akinduko, A. O (2001)	Provides structured explanations and practice questions aligned with the secondary school curriculum.
5	A Guide to Government Accounting and Internal Audit	Awoyemi, E. O.	Focuses on public sector accounting, fund management, and control procedures relevant to government accounting systems.
6	Foundation of Business Accounting (Second Edition)	Dodge, R.	Explains the fundamentals of business accounts, ledger systems, and financial reporting in a structured format.
7	Contemporary Accounting	Ekwere, A. B.	Discusses modern accounting methods, financial control principles, and general bookkeeping practices.
8	Principles of Accounts – Book 1 & 2	Ekwue, K. C.	Offers a broad overview of accounting theory, ledger preparation, and adjustments based on current syllabus patterns.
9	Simplified and Amplified Financial Accounting	Femi L.	Breaks down complex concepts into simple steps with examples for quick understanding.
10	Frank Wood’s Business Accounting	Frank Wood & Alan S.	A widely used text covering accounting principles, financial statements, and controls, suitable for deeper understanding.
11	Government Accounting	Hassan M. M.	Explains government revenue, expenditure classifications, auditing, and budgeting processes.
12	Financial Accounting Made Simple (Vol. I)	Igben, R. O.	Focuses on core accounting principles with solved examples, exercises, and exam-friendly notes.
13	Essential Financial Accounting for Senior Secondary Schools	Longe, O. A. & Kazeem, R. A	Provides structured explanations and practice questions aligned with secondary school curriculum.
14	Foundation Accounting	Millichamp, A. H.	Introduces the building blocks of accounting for new learners, covering transactions, ledgers, and financial statements.
15	Financial Accounting	Okwoli, A. A.	Covers key accounting topics with clear examples tailored for exams and classroom learning.
16	Government Accounting and Financial Control	Oshisami, K.	Details the principles of public finance, revenue management, and financial oversight in government entities.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Do I need to buy all the recommended textbooks for Principles of Accounts?

A: No. You only need two or three solid textbooks. Many students combine Frank Wood, Igben, and Ekwue for excellent coverage.

Q: Are the JAMB textbooks enough to prepare for the exam?

A: Yes. These books are aligned with the JAMB syllabus.

Q: Which accounting textbook is best for solving practice questions?

A: Igben’s Financial Accounting Made Simple and the Get Your Financial Accounting Right series contain plenty of exam-style exercises.

Q: Which book explains government accounting best?

A: Awoyemi, Hassan, and Oshisami offer strong explanations of public sector accounting topics.

Q: Are older editions acceptable for JAMB preparation?

A: Most editions remain relevant, but newer editions are always better when available.

Q: How many hours should I study Principles of Accounts daily?

A: 1 to 2 hours of consistent study is enough if you combine reading with practice calculations.

Q: Do these recommended textbooks cover double-entry bookkeeping?

A: Yes. Every major text covers double entry, ledger balancing, and trial balance preparation.

Q: Where can I view the official JAMB syllabus?

A: You can access the syllabus through JAMB’s official portal under the syllabus section, where all topics for each subject are listed.