The Federal Government of Nigeria (FGN) has prohibited admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) in both public and private secondary schools across the country.
This was contained in a directive issued by the Federal Ministry of Education and signed by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, stating that the development was in regard to “growing concerns over the increasing incidence of examination malpractice, including the use of so-called special centres during external examinations.”
The statement reads in part, “The policy will take effect from the next academic calendar, 2026/27, with admissions and transfers now restricted strictly to Senior Secondary School One (SS1) and Senior Secondary School Two (SS2).
“Admission or transfer into SS3 will no longer be permitted under any circumstance.
“The measure is aimed at discouraging last-minute movement of students for examination-related advantages, ensuring proper academic monitoring, and promoting continuity in teaching and learning.
“School proprietors, principals, and administrators nationwide have been directed to comply fully with the policy.”