The Federal Ministry of Education has dismissed claims that the government has scrapped the Junior and Senior Secondary School (JSS and SSS) system, clarifying that the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, only proposed a 12-year basic education system.
In a statement on Friday, the ministry, through its Director of Press, Folasade Boriowo, described reports of an immediate policy change as inaccurate, stating that the proposal is still under review by the National Council on Education (NCE).
“At the Extraordinary National Council on Education Meeting held on February 6, 2025, in Abuja, the Minister of Education presented a proposal for discussion—not an immediate policy change. The proposed reform seeks to introduce 12 years of compulsory education while maintaining the 6-3-3 structure,” the statement read.
The ministry further explained that one key aspect of the proposal is to remove the examination barrier between JSS and SSS, allowing students to transition smoothly without external assessments at that stage. However, the plan remains subject to further deliberations.
To ensure informed decision-making, the ministry announced plans to engage key stakeholders over the next eight months, including education policymakers, state governments, teachers, and parents. A final decision is expected to be made at the National Council on Education meeting in October 2025.
The ministry urged the public to disregard misleading reports, emphasizing that the Federal Government remains committed to policies that enhance access to quality education while aligning with global best practices.
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