The Federal Government has unveiled plans to abolish the Junior Secondary School (JSS) common entrance examination and replace it with a continuous assessment system aimed at improving the evaluation of pupils nationwide.
Under the proposed reform, students’ academic performance will be monitored and recorded throughout their primary school education, rather than relying on a one-time examination for placement into secondary school.
As part of the initiative, the government will introduce a Learner Identification Number (LIN) for every pupil. The system is designed to track students’ academic progress even when they transfer between schools, ensuring consistency in assessment and reducing cases of data loss.
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Officials say the new approach will not only provide a more comprehensive measure of students’ abilities but also help curb dropout rates by identifying at-risk learners early.
The reform is part of broader efforts by the Federal Government to enhance access to quality education and promote a fairer, more inclusive system that reflects students’ overall performance rather than a single exam outcome.
Further details on the implementation timeline are expected to be released in due course.
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