The Ogun State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has issued a directive prohibiting graduation ceremonies for pupils in Nursery, Kindergarten, and other non-terminal classes across public and private schools.
The circular, referenced PRVS 426/5 and dated June 18, 2026, was addressed to school administrators through Zonal Education Officers. Signed by Bisiriyu A.A., Director of Education (Private Schools), for the Permanent Secretary, the directive is aimed at reducing financial pressure on parents and guardians.
Under the new rules, graduation ceremonies will be restricted to Primary Six, Junior Secondary School (JSS 3), and Senior Secondary School (SSS 3) students, those completing key stages of formal education. Even for these groups, events must be modest and “at no financial cost to learners, parents, or guardians.”
Extravagant practices such as the use of canopies, Aso Ebi, customized attire, or other elaborate displays have been explicitly banned. Schools are instead encouraged to focus on academic recognition and character development.
The Ministry warned that institutions violating the directive would face sanctions under existing regulations. It noted that some schools had previously extorted parents under the guise of organizing graduation or end-of-session parties, prompting the stricter enforcement.
By curbing lavish celebrations, the government aims to ease financial burdens while ensuring that graduation ceremonies remain meaningful milestones rather than costly social events.
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