Lagos State mandates unregistered private schools to register or face sanctions 

The directive was disclosed in a statement by Mr. Remi Abdul, the Coordinating Director of the OEQA.

According to the statement, Lagos State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, emphasized the importance of compliance.

“All unregistered and yet-to-be-approved private schools should submit their applications as from the 13th of January, 2025, to avoid consequences. 

Lagos State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education through the OEQA is committed to ensuring that all learners receive quality education, and we will not hesitate to take action against any institution that fails to register,” the statement read

This measure is part of efforts to ensure that educational institutions below the tertiary level meet the required standards and provide quality education.

The government warned that failure to comply with the registration requirement would attract sanctions.

The statement highlighted the advantages of registration for private schools, including:

The government noted that the rapid growth in the number of private schools in Lagos necessitated proper registration and documentation to enable effective monitoring and ensure adherence to educational standards.

The Lagos State Office of Education Quality Assurance (OEQA) by 2020 had successfully registered 15,294 schools and 37,582 staff and teachers.

Failure to comply with registration requirements not only risks sanctions but also excludes schools from the benefits of government recognition and support. This underscores the importance of proper documentation and adherence to state regulations for all schools below the tertiary level.