Abia Government Extends Ban on Substandard Schools Ahead of New Term
Abia State Government has extended its ban on substandard schools, maintaining a strict stance on education quality as the 2023/2024 third term academic session begins.
Mary Nwaeze 
The Abia State Ministry of Education, Umuahia, has announced a new directive for the upcoming 2023/2024 third term academic session. Schools in the state are set to resume on Monday, with a strong emphasis on maintaining education quality standards.
In a statement signed by Mr. Ikechuckwu Oriuwa, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, schools are urged to prepare for strict monitoring as part of the government's effort to ensure effective teaching and learning. Teachers are expected to return to their duty posts as the ministry intensifies its inspection efforts.
However, the Ministry reiterated its stance on schools that were sealed earlier for failing to meet the required standards. These schools, which were closed in November 2023 due to substandard conditions, will remain sealed and are not permitted to resume. The Abia State Government had sealed 197 private schools for not meeting the minimum standard requirements.
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Parents and guardians are encouraged to release their children and wards to attend schools that meet the state's quality criteria. The Abia Government's continued focus on educational standards is part of its broader initiative to ensure students receive the best education in a safe environment.
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This announcement underscores the state's commitment to raising the bar for education quality and ensuring that only schools meeting regulatory standards are allowed to operate.
