FG Bans Admission, Transfer into SS3 Nationwide from 2026/27 Session
TEC News|Abuja|15th December, 2025.
The Federal Government has announced a nationwide ban on the admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) in all public and private secondary schools, effective from the 2026/27 academic session.
The directive was disclosed on Sunday in a statement issued by Federal Ministry of Education, and signed by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations.
According to the ministry, the policy is part of measures aimed at curbing examination malpractice and restoring credibility to Nigeria’s education system, particularly during external examinations.
“The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has announced a nationwide prohibition on the admission and transfer of students into Senior Secondary School Three (SS3) in all public and private secondary schools,” the statement read.
The ministry explained that the decision followed rising concerns over examination irregularities, including the operation of so-called special centres, which often encourage last-minute movement of students in search of unfair examination advantages.
Under the new policy, admissions and transfers will be strictly limited 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 statement emphasised.
Officials said the measure would help ensure proper academic monitoring, promote continuity in teaching and learning, and discourage examination-driven student migration between schools.
School proprietors, principals, and administrators across the country have been directed to comply fully with the policy, while warning that violations will attract sanctions in line with existing education regulations and guidelines.
Reaffirming government’s resolve, the ministry stated: “The Federal Ministry of Education reaffirms the Federal Government’s commitment to maintaining academic standards, promoting fairness, and restoring credibility to public examinations across the country.”
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