Federal Government has announced a nationwide ban on admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School Three (SS3), effective from the 2026/27 academic session.
Federal Ministry of Education
The directive, which applies to both public and private secondary schools across Nigeria, was contained in a statement signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education.
According to the ministry, the decision is part of efforts to curb examination malpractice and restore credibility to the country’s education system.
It explained that only admissions and transfers into SS1 and SS2 will now be permitted, stressing that no student will be allowed to enter SS3 under any circumstance.
Officials said the move is aimed at stopping last-minute transfers often linked to “special centres” during external examinations, while also ensuring proper academic monitoring and continuity in teaching and learning.
School owners, principals and administrators have been directed to comply strictly with the new policy. The Federal Government warned that any violation would attract sanctions in line with existing education regulations.
The ministry added that the policy reflects its commitment to fairness, improved academic standards and rebuilding public confidence in national examinations.
