Recently, the Federal Ministry of Education dismissed rumors abolishing Junior/Senior Secondary Schools (JSS/SSS). It clarified no policy changes exist yet.
Education Minister Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa proposed a 12-year education system, now under review. However, discussions remain preliminary, not finalized.
Meanwhile, recent media reports falsely claimed immediate abolition of secondary structures. These inaccuracies sparked public confusion nationwide.
Consequently, the ministry urged citizens to disregard misinformation and await official updates. Reliance on verified sources is critical.
Finally, Press Director Folasade Boriowo confirmed the proposal’s early-stage status. Formal announcements will follow stakeholder consultations and approvals.
The statement clarified that any potential changes would require approval from the National Council on Education before being adopted.
During the Extraordinary National Council on Education Meeting held on February 6, 2025, in Abuja, Dr. Maruf Olatunji Alausa introduced the proposal for deliberation.
The proposed reform aims to transition to 12 years of compulsory education while maintaining the current 6-3-3 educational structure.
This system includes six years of primary school, three years of junior secondary school, and three years of senior secondary school.
A significant aspect of the proposal is the removal of external examinations between JSS and SSS to facilitate a seamless progression for students.
While clarifying the proposal’s preliminary status, the ministry confirmed it requires additional consultations before implementation.
Officials stressed they’ll only finalize decisions after completing stakeholder deliberations.
To ensure a comprehensive approach, the ministry plans to engage extensively with stakeholders over the next eight months.
Consultations will involve education policymakers, state governments, teachers, parents, and other key players in the sector.
The final decision on whether to adopt the proposed reform will be made during the National Council on Education meeting scheduled for October 2025.
Reaffirming education priorities, the ministry commits to quality schooling aligned with global standards.
Meanwhile, it urges dismissing unfounded rumors about eliminating JSS/SSS, confirming officials will announce reforms post-review.
The ministry guarantees transparent communication regarding structural changes, stressing all updates will follow proper evaluation protocols before implementation.
