FG Unveils Policy to Cut Education Costs With Reusable Textbooks, Uniform Calendar

The Federal Government has unveiled a new policy framework aimed at reducing the cost of education for parents while improving learning outcomes for students across Nigeria.

The policy was announced on Friday by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, alongside the Minister of State for Education, Suwaiba Ahmed, as part of ongoing reforms in the education sector.

According to the ministers, the initiative is designed to ease the financial burden on families and reposition Nigeria’s education system for better efficiency, affordability, and quality delivery.

Focus on Reusable, High-Quality Textbooks

A key component of the policy is the introduction of standardised, reusable textbooks. The government says the books will be durable enough to last between four and six years, allowing students and families to reuse them across academic sessions.

Under the new framework, disposable workbooks bundled with textbooks will no longer be permitted, a practice the government says has forced parents to purchase new books every year unnecessarily.

Education authorities believe the move will significantly cut recurring education expenses, promote sustainability, and ensure uniform learning standards across schools.

Part of Broader Education Reforms

The policy forms part of broader efforts by the Federal Government to streamline academic planning, reduce avoidable school-related costs, and strengthen quality assurance in Nigeria’s pre-tertiary education system.

Officials noted that further implementation guidelines would be issued to schools and education stakeholders nationwide.