Cross River Warns Schools Against Unapproved Textbooks And Charges

Cross River Warns Schools Against Unapproved Textbooks and Charges The Cross River State Government has warned public and private schools against selling, collecting money for, or using textbooks that have not been approved by the state Ministry of Education. The warning comes ahead of the commencement of full academic activities for the 2026/2027 school session, as the government moves to ensure compliance with approved educational materials and guidelines across schools in the state. The state government said schools are expected to use textbooks and other instructional materials that have received approval from the Ministry of Education. Schools have also been cautioned against imposing charges on parents and students for textbooks that do not meet the ministry’s requirements. The directive applies to both public and private schools, underscoring the government’s intention to maintain uniform standards in the selection and use of learning materials. The warning is also aimed at preventing parents and guardians from being subjected to unnecessary or unauthorised financial demands at the beginning of the new academic session. The government’s position means school authorities are expected to ensure that any textbooks recommended or sold to students comply with the state’s approved curriculum and educational standards. The directive comes as schools prepare for full academic activities for the 2026/2027 session. Education authorities are expected to monitor compliance and ensure that schools operate within the guidelines issued by the Ministry of Education. The state government urged school proprietors and administrators to comply with the directive and avoid actions that could attract sanctions.