The Ekiti State government has banned graduation ceremonies for pupils in kindergarten, nursery, primary and secondary classes in public and private schools across the state.
The ban, which is expected to take effect from 2025/2026 academic session, was contained in a circular released by the Office of the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mr Mike Omolayo.
According to the circular, the new policy was put in place to reduce undue financial pressure on parents and curb excesses associated with such ceremonies.
The state government says it is still committed to also review books for primary school once in six years while that of secondary school level has been changed from once in three years to once in four years.
Parents and guardians have been told to note that siblings can pass their textbooks to their younger ones as long as the books are in good condition.
