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    Ogugua Tasks Private Schools on Compliance, Warns Against Exploitation of Parents Through Graduation Ceremonies, Other Levies - Anambra Ministry of Education

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    24Aug’26

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    By Obiageli Nwankwo
    The Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ekene Ogugua, has urged private schools to comply with government regulations on registration, graduation ceremonies and other levies, while protecting parents from unnecessary financial burdens.
    Dr. Ogugua made this known when the Private Education Network of Schools Association of Nigeria (PENSAN), Anambra Chapter, led by its Chairman, Mr. Christian Nwanosike, paid a courtesy visit to him at his office in Awka.
    The Commissioner explained that the Ministry’s interest was not to frustrate private schools, but to ensure that every school operating in Anambra meets approved standards, remains properly registered and provides quality education.
    He stressed that proper registration was particularly important because accurate information on the number and locations of private schools would help the government plan effectively, monitor standards and engage proprietors appropriately.
    Ogugua also clarified that the government’s position on graduation ceremonies was not intended to stop schools from celebrating pupils and students, but to prevent compulsory or excessive financial demands placed on parents.
    He said schools should not compel parents to pay for elaborate graduation ceremonies, food, drinks or related activities, noting that families have different financial circumstances and should be allowed to celebrate within their means.
    Beyond graduation charges, the Commissioner cautioned private schools against imposing unreasonable levies on parents, urging proprietors to operate within approved guidelines and engage the Ministry whenever clarification on policies or requirements becomes necessary.
    He assured PENSAN that the Ministry remained open to dialogue, promising continued engagement with private school operators to understand their challenges, resolve genuine concerns and strengthen collaboration toward a better education system.
    Responding, PENSAN Chairman, Mr. Christian Nwanosike, appreciated the Commissioner for receiving the association and creating an opportunity for direct interaction, saying such engagements would deepen understanding between government and private education providers.
    Nwanosike commended Ogugua for what he described as giant strides since assuming office and expressed PENSAN’s readiness to collaborate with the Ministry, while seeking regular engagements on policies, challenges, compliance and educational development.

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