Kwara govt bans school graduation ceremony over insecurity

The Kwara State Government has prohibited all public and private schools in the state from organising or conducting graduation, valedictory, or similar end-of-session ceremonies for students.

The directive was contained in a letter signed by a director in the Kwara State Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development, Bunmi Osanupin, on behalf of the Commissioner, Dr Lawal Olohungbebe.

The letter, which was addressed to the Chairman of the State Universal Education Board (SUBEB), Prof. Raheem Adaramaja, was made available to journalists on Friday, June 19, 2026.

Olohungbebe stated that the decision was taken due to the prevailing security challenges and the need to maintain order, safety, and decorum within schools in Kwara State.

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The commissioner stated: “All school proprietors, principals, headteachers, and administrators are required to ensure strict compliance with this directive.

“Any school found to be in violation of this directive shall be liable to appropriate sanctions in accordance with existing regulations.

“By this notice, all concerned are advised to be guided accordingly.”