2025-12-15 08:00:00
According to The Punch, the Federal Government announced a nationwide ban on admission and transfer of students into SS3 in both public and private secondary schools, effective from the 2026/2027 academic session.
Punch reports the ministry said the move targets growing examination malpractice—especially last-minute movement of candidates to so-called ‘special centres’—and aims to improve academic monitoring and continuity.
The report adds that schools have been directed to comply, with sanctions promised for violations under existing education regulations.
Analysis/Echotitbits take: Implementation will be the real test: states and private schools must align admission processes and enforcement. Watch for detailed guidelines, exceptions (if any), and how WAEC/NECO exam bodies and state ministries coordinate compliance.
Source: Nigeria Education News — December 14, 2025
Nigeria Education News https://thenigeriaeducationnews.com/2025/12/14/fg-bans-admission-transfer-into-ss3-to-curb-exam-malpractice/ December 14, 2025
