EX-IMO GOVERNORSHIP CANDIDATE BACKS FG PROPOSAL TO END JSS, SSS SEPARATION

A former governorship candidate in Imo State has expressed support for the Federal Government’s proposal to end the separation between **Junior Secondary School (JSS)** and **Senior Secondary School (SSS)** in Nigeria’s education system.

The former candidate said the current structure, which splits secondary education into two distinct phases, may no longer align with modern learning needs and global education standards.

According to him, a more unified system could improve academic continuity, reduce administrative bottlenecks, and enhance student performance by providing a smoother transition between early and advanced secondary education.

He added that education reforms should focus on strengthening curriculum delivery, teacher quality, and infrastructure rather than maintaining structural divisions that may not significantly improve learning outcomes.

The proposal has sparked mixed reactions among education stakeholders, with some welcoming the idea as a step toward modernization, while others argue that the JSS–SSS structure provides important developmental milestones for students.

Education analysts note that any major reform would require careful planning, stakeholder engagement, and adequate resources to avoid disruption in the academic system.

The ex-candidate urged policymakers to prioritize reforms that are practical, inclusive, and capable of improving the overall quality of education in Nigeria.

The debate continues as stakeholders await further clarification from education authorities on the proposed changes.