FG Bans Student Transfers Into SS3 Nationwide From 2026/2027 Session
The education ministry has announced a ban on the transfer of students into SS3 in both public and private secondary schools nationwide.
The policy, outlined in a statement released on Sunday, will come into force from the 2026/2027 academic session. According to the ministry, the decision is aimed at addressing the “increasing incidence of examination malpractice” that has continued to weaken the credibility of Nigeria’s education system.
Boriowo Folasade, director of press and public relations, explained that the move was prompted by rising concerns over the use of “so-called special centres” during external examinations.
Under the new directive, student admissions and transfers will only be permitted into SS1 and SS2 from the 2026/2027 session. The ministry said this is intended to “discourage last-minute movement of students for examination-related advantages.”
Folasade noted that the policy would also improve academic supervision, ensure continuity in teaching and learning, and allow schools to properly track students’ progress.
School owners, principals and administrators across the country have been instructed to fully adhere to the directive. The ministry cautioned that any breach of the policy would attract sanctions in line with existing education regulations and guidelines.
