The Ekiti State Government has approved a new policy allowing younger siblings to reuse school textbooks, provided the books are still in good condition. The move is aimed at reducing the financial burden of education on parents and guardians across the state.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ekiti State Ministry of Education, Mr. Bayode Ogunmola, announced the decision in a statement issued on Monday in Ado Ekiti.
According to him, the government’s textbook review policy remains unchanged. Under the existing guidelines, textbooks used in primary schools will continue to be reviewed every six years, while secondary school textbooks will now be reviewed every four years instead of every three years. The review process will continue to follow the guidelines of the National Educational Research and Development Council.
Ogunmola said:
“The government has approved the reuse of textbooks by younger siblings, provided the books remain in good condition, as part of efforts to make education more affordable for families across the state.”
He explained that the policy took effect from the 2025/2026 academic session and was introduced to make education more affordable for families.
The Ministry of Education also reminded schools and parents that the ban on graduation ceremonies for pupils and students in kindergarten, nursery, primary and secondary schools, both public and private, remains in force.
According to the ministry, these policies are final and there are no plans to reverse them. School owners, administrators, parents and other stakeholders have been directed to comply fully, with a warning that anyone who fails to do so may face appropriate sanctions.
The ministry thanked stakeholders for their continued cooperation and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to making education more accessible, affordable and beneficial for every child in Ekiti State.
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