Osun Becomes Latest State To Ban Graduation Ceremonies In Schools
Written by News Desk on September 19, 2025
Like many other states of the federation,Osun State has announced a ban on graduation ceremonies for nursery and kindergarten pupils across public and private schools in the state.
In a circular signed by the Permanent Secretary, the growing trend of elaborate graduation parties for early learners has raised concerns and has placed unnecessary burdens on parents and the system.
The circular notes that graduation ceremonies will be allowed for Primary 6 pupils and Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3) students, marking the conclusion of basic and secondary education.
The circular also directs Proprietors of both faith-based and private schools to strictly adhere to the state’s approved textbook list, adding that each set of approved textbooks is to be used for a minimum of three years and shall be reusable.
“Furthermore, the use of workbooks embedded in textbooks has been outlawed to ensure durability beyond a single academic session.”it says
The circular also noted that monitoring teams would conduct spot checks in schools, adding that violators risk fines or suspension of registration.
