Nigerian govt to scrap JSS, SSS, introduce 12-year basic education model

 

PRESIDENT TUNUBU

According to the Federal Government, the Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS) models in Nigeria will be discontinued.

In its place, a compulsory 12-year uninterrupted basic education model will be introduced.

Upon completion of the 12-year program, the child will be enrolled in institutions of higher education.

The 6-3-3-4 education system will be eliminated by the Nigerian Government with this decision and 12-4 will take its place.

Dr. Tunji Alausa, who is the Minister of Education, revealed this during Thursday's extraordinary National Council on Education meeting in Abuja.

Alausa insists that the new policy complies with global best practices.

In his opinion, the system will decrease the number of students who drop out by eliminating financial and systemic barriers.

Alausa asserted that a standardized curriculum that is uniformly implemented across the nation will be ensured by extending basic education to 12 years.

By facilitating early exposure to vocational and entrepreneurial skills, students will be prepared for both higher education and employment.

In many developed nations, basic education is extended for 12 years to ensure that students acquire foundational knowledge before specializing at tertiary levels.

This reform also aligns Nigeria's education system with international standards, fostering better educational outcomes and global competitiveness.