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28/10/2026

ANAMBRA EDUCATION COMMISSIONER TASKS ZEOs, AEOs ON NATIONAL SCHOOL CENSUS COMPLIANCE, WARNS OF SANCTIONS

By Obiageli Nwankwo

The Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ekene Ogugua, has directed Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) and Area Education Officers (AEOs) to intensify efforts to ensure that all schools in the state complete the ongoing National School Census.

Dr. Ogugua gave the directive at an emergency meeting with the officers at the State Secretariat Complex, Awka, expressing concern over the state’s reported 75–76 per cent compliance level despite months of training and sensitisation.

He expressed particular concern over the number of private schools yet to complete their registration and upload the required information, urging education officers to strengthen supervision and follow-up in their respective areas.

The Commissioner explained that accurate school data are essential for effective education planning, resource allocation and access to federal government interventions, including the HOPE Edu programme.

He directed the officers to return to their areas and ensure that every eligible school under their supervision is registered and its required information uploaded. He also charged them to identify and report illegal schools operating within their jurisdictions.

Dr. Ogugua warned that schools that fail to comply risk a ₦500,000 penalty, while officers whose areas continue to record poor compliance could face performance reviews and possible redeployment.

He said the state must work towards the established compliance target of 90–95 per cent, noting that the officers had received training and guidance and were expected to demonstrate measurable improvements.

The Commissioner urged all concerned schools and education officials to treat the exercise as a priority, stressing that complete and reliable school records would strengthen education planning and help Anambra benefit from interventions designed to support schools and learners.

27/10/2026

ANAMBRA EDUCATION MINISTRY TO PARTNER DOBE ANAMBRA OCHA ON SCHOOL WASTE MANAGEMENT

By Obiageli Nwankwo

Anambra State Ministry of Education has expressed its readiness to partner with Dobe Anambra Ocha Initiative to promote proper waste management among pupils and students, in line with Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo’s agenda for a cleaner, liveable and prosperous Anambra.

The Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ekene Ogugua, gave the assurance when the initiative’s Team Leader and Convener, Mr. Ernest Okafor, led members of the organisation on a courtesy visit to his office at the State Secretariat Complex, Awka.

Dr. Ogugua welcomed the initiative, noting that school-based sensitisation would help inculcate responsible waste disposal and sanitation habits in children from an early age.

He said proper waste management was important in addressing flooding and erosion, particularly where blocked drainage channels pose risks to lives and communities.

The Commissioner pledged the Ministry’s support for awareness programmes to educate students on proper waste disposal, personal hygiene and environmental responsibility.

The proposed partnership is expected to focus on school-based sensitisation, educating pupils and students on sorting and disposing of waste properly, keeping school premises clean and preventing the dumping of refuse in drainage channels. It also seeks to encourage students to practise these habits at home and share the message with their families and communities.

Earlier, Okafor said the visit was to formally introduce the initiative to the Commissioner and seek collaboration with the Ministry to promote environmental health and hygiene among young people across the state.

He explained that the organisation was committed to advancing its objectives through public education, school-based sensitisation and community engagement, adding that collaboration with the Ministry would help extend these messages to more schools and students.

Okafor thanked the Commissioner for receiving the team and expressed optimism that the proposed collaboration would strengthen environmental awareness among young people and support the state’s drive towards a cleaner Anambra.

26/10/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE - FINAL WARNING

RE: COMPLETION OF REGISTRATION FOR THE ONGOING NATIONAL SCHOOL CENSUS PROGRAMME (D-NEMIS)

This is a final warning to all public and private primary and secondary schools in Anambra State who are yet to complete their registration in the ongoing National School Census Programme.

All affected schools are hereby advised to complete their registration on or before 31st October, 2026.

Schools can register by themselves at their respective schools, or visit the Ministry of Education at the State Secretariat with their relevant documents to receive assistance with data upload.

Please note that any school that fails to complete the registration by the stipulated date risks losing its approval/operational license, closure, or payment of a fine of N500,000.

Schools that have already registered are advised to double-check and ensure that their data has been properly submitted.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Signed:

Dr. Ekene Ogugua
Hon. Commissioner
Ministry of Education, Anambra State

20/10/2026

ANAMBRA GOVERNMENT TAKES OVER ALATIAMPOM COMMUNITY PRIMARY SCHOOL IN IHIALA

By Obiageli Nwankwo

The Anambra State Government has formally taken over Alatiampom Community Primary School in Ihiala Local Government Area, strengthening its partnership with communities to expand access to basic education.

The handover ceremony featured the presentation of school documents to the Ministry of Education and a tape-cutting exercise, marking the school’s formal integration into the public education system.

Representing the Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ekene Ogugua, the Permanent Secretary, Dr. Ifeoma Agbaizu, commended the community for establishing, developing and fencing the school to bring education closer to children.

Dr. Agbaizu said the initiative reflected Governor Chukwuma Charles Soludo’s Public-Private-Community Partnership (PPCP) model, which encourages collaboration between government and communities to advance development across Anambra State.

She described education as an equaliser that bridges the gap between rich and poor, stressing that improving educational standards required collective responsibility rather than reliance on government alone.

The Permanent Secretary praised the community for fencing the school, noting that the measure would help protect its property against land encroachment and unauthorised activities amid growing security concerns.

She assured residents that their request for the absorption of existing teachers would be considered, adding that the school could access relevant state and federal government interventions, subject to applicable requirements.

The President-General of Umuihekweme Development Union, Alatiampom, Chief Azudiugwu Tochukwu, thanked Governor Soludo for his free education policy and pledged the community’s continued support for his administration.

Chief Azudiugwu said the school fulfilled a longstanding community aspiration ffor identity and recognition while reducing the risks children faced from long-distance trekking, busy road crossings, road accidents and exposure to social vices.

Other officials present included the Governor’s Special Assistant on Education, Mrs. Obiageli Chiegboka; Director of Schools, Mrs. Oyibo Alor; Zonal Education Officer, Mrs. Nkiru Anaelom; Area Education Officer, Mr. Samuel Obi; and PRO, Mrs. Obiageli Nwankwo.

16/10/2026

REVISED DRAFT TIMETABLE FOR THE VERIFICATION OF THE REMAINING STATE CIVIL SERVANTS

The following timetable is proposed for the mop-up and final stages of the ongoing staff verification exercise across the State Civil Service:

✅ 1. *Thursday, 15th – Friday, 16th October, 2026*
Last Mop-Up for Other State MDAs
This period is designated for the final mop-up verification of staff from other State Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).

✅ 2. *Monday, 19th – Wednesday, 21st October, 2026*
Last Mop-Up for PPSSC Staff (Non-Teaching Staff Inclusive)
This period is scheduled for the final mop-up verification of staff under the Post Primary Schools Service Commission (PPSSC), including teachers.

✅ 3. *Wednesday, 4th – Friday, 6th November, 2026*
Final Mop-Up and Conclusion of the Verification Exercise
This period is scheduled for the final mop-up verification of all remaining State Civil Servants and the formal conclusion of the exercise.

*This window is intended to afford every affected State Civil Servant a fair and reasonable opportunity to regularise their records and clear any outstanding issues before the final verification exercise.*

15/10/2026

VERIFICATION EXERCISE: MINISTRY OF EDUCATION CLARIFIES POSITION, ASSURES TEACHERS OF FAIR TREATMENT

With respect to videos, letters and misinformation circulating online about the ongoing verification exercise, the Ministry of Education wishes to clarify as follows:

The verification exercise is organised and implemented by the Office of the Head of Service of Anambra State, and not by the Ministry of Education. We welcome the exercise, as it is being conducted for all civil servants and retirees in the State, including teachers.

However, the Ministry of Education condemns in strong terms any form of maltreatment of teachers during the process and will ensure that such does not recur.

We are currently working with the Civil Service Commission and the Office of the Head of Service to redress any shortcomings in the current arrangement and process for the exercise.

Teachers are also advised to remain calm, orderly and compliant with instructions from the organisers to ensure process efficiency.

Anambra State Ministry of Education

13/10/2026

OGUGUA WELCOMES NIGERIA FOREST SECURITY SERVICE SUPPORT TO BOOST SCHOOL SECURITY IN ANAMBRA

BY OBIAGELI NWANKWO

Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Dr. Ekene Ogugua, has welcomed the proposed support of the Nigeria Forest Security Service in strengthening security in schools, particularly those located in remote and vulnerable communities.

Receiving the State Commander of the Service, Mazi Destiny Jonas, and Prof. Stephen Uforah of the School-Based Management Council (SBMC), Ogugua restated the state government’s commitment to ensuring safer schools across Anambra.

The Commissioner stressed that every child deserves to learn in a safe environment, noting that protecting pupils, students, teachers and school facilities is essential to uninterrupted teaching and learning.

He expressed the government’s readiness to work with relevant stakeholders to address security concerns and safeguard school communities across the state.

10/10/2026

NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS IN ANAMBRA STATE
Are you studying at UNIZIK, Federal Poly Oko, NOUN, FCET Umunze, or NTI?
The Anambra State Ministry of Education urges you to apply for the federal government's NELFUND Student Loan. Help desks are now active at your school's NELFUND office!
Requirements: WAEC/NECO, JAMB Result, Admission Letter, NIN, BVN & LGA Identification Letter.
Apply online via https://nelf.gov.ng/ or visit your school's administration desk.
📞 For enquiries: 08030735233 / 08146056053

07/10/2026

BEHIND ANAMBRA’S TEACHERS’ AWARDS JOURNEY

Since 2010, Dr. Bibiana Okoli has been involved in the selection and preparation of Anambra’s teachers and schools for the President’s Teachers’ and Schools’ Excellence Awards.

Year after year, she has worked behind the scenes with schedule officers from the Ministry of Education, PPSSC and ASUBEB to identify, guide and prepare the state’s nominees for the national platform.

07/10/2026

Dr. Ifeoma Agbaizu, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Applauding

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