NOA Commends Imo State’s Ban On Graduation Parties For Nursery, Primary Pupils And JSS3 Students

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has commended the Imo State Government for its recent decision to ban lavish graduation parties for pupils in nursery, primary, and junior secondary schools, describing it as a timely step toward curbing excesses and promoting responsible value reorientation among young learners.

In a statement, the agency says, such trend fosters unrealistic expectations of instant reward, encourages a culture of extravagance, and places undue financial pressure on parents, who are often compelled to fund what is described as a wasteful and socially unproductive practice.

The statement says, that the agency has recently unveiled a campaign against sign out extreme practises and the ban by the state aligns with the general-purpose of the campaign.

on the directive of the State Government to stop school proprietors from changing textbooks annually, the statement noted that the move will significantly reduce the financial burden on families caused by frequent textbook replacements, making education more affordable and accessible for all students.

The agency also encouraged other states to adopt similar policies, noting that such measures foster a more disciplined and value-driven education system.