28 July 2026
Ministries

Federal Government Sets 12-Year Age for JSS1

The Federal Government has approved 12 years as the new minimum age for admission into Junior Secondary School 1 (JSS1) for pupils who have completed six years of primary education. This development is contained in a new policy document on Non-State Schools, unveiled last week by the Federal Ministry of Education. The directive aligns with

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Ministries

Federal Government Plans to Regulate Non-State Schools

The Federal Government has released a comprehensive policy for the strategic planning and regulation of non-state schools nationwide. Dr. Tunji Alausa, Minister of Education, stated that the policy will improve the quality of Nigeria’s education sector and promote greater accountability. Alausa noted that the policy will set clear guidelines for infrastructure, teacher quality, curriculum delivery,

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