NUT Supports Federal Plan to Abolish JSS, SSS Separation

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) has expressed support for the Federal Government's plan to abolish the separation policy between Junior Secondary School (JSS) and Senior Secondary School (SSS). This announcement was made by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, during a recent forum in Abuja.

The NUT's President, Mr. Audu Titu Amba, described the move as a wise decision, noting that the existing policy, which has been in place since 1986, has not achieved its intended goals and has led to a significant drop in student retention, with 20 million pupils failing to progress to senior secondary levels. Amba emphasized the need for educational policies that work effectively for teachers and students alike, advocating for a collaborative approach in implementing these changes.

He also highlighted the alarming statistic that only 25 percent of 10-year-old Nigerian schoolchildren can read and comprehend simple texts, attributing this to varying learning paces among children. The NUT aims to ensure a conducive teaching environment free from fear of attacks, such as kidnappings.