Abuja: The Federal Government has announced a nationwide ban on the admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) across all public and private secondary schools.
This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Sunday by Mrs Folasade Boriowo, Director, Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education.
Boriowo said the directive followed growing concerns over the increasing incidence of examination malpractice, including the use of special centres during external examinations.
These centres, she said, undermined the integrity and credibility of Nigeria’s education system.
According to her, the policy will take effect from the 2026/27 academic calendar, with admissions and transfers now restricted strictly to SS1 and SS2.
“Admission or transfer into SS3 will no longer be permitted under any circumstance,” she said.
She added that the measure was aimed at discouraging last-minute student movement for examination-related advantages.
She said it would also ensure proper academic monitoring and promote continuity in teaching and learning.
“School proprietors, principals, and administrators nationwide have been directed to comply fully with the policy.
“Any violation will attract appropriate sanctions in line with existing education regulations and guidelines,” she said.
Boriowo reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to maintaining academic standards, promoting fairness, and restoring credibility to public examinations nationwide.