The Federal Government has introduced new regulations aimed at curbing the rising financial pressure placed on parents through frequent school graduation ceremonies.
According to the policy framework announced on Friday, only students completing Primary 6, Junior Secondary School 3 (JSS3), and Senior Secondary School 3 (SSS3) will be allowed to hold official graduation ceremonies. This decision brings an end to the widespread practice of organizing graduations for pupils in lower classes.
The move is part of broader education reforms designed to reduce unnecessary expenses and discourage fee-driven ceremonies that have become common in many schools. By restricting graduations to key transition levels, the government hopes to ease the financial burden on families while restoring the original purpose of graduation events.
