The Osun State Government has directed proprietors of faith-based and private schools to put an end to the practice of embedding workbooks inside textbooks, insisting that the method places unnecessary financial strain on parents and shortens the life span of textbooks.
The directive was contained in a circular from the Ministry of Education dated September 19, 2025, and signed by the Permanent Secretary, M.A.K Jimoh.
“To promote stability and consistency in education, proprietors of faith-based and private schools are required to adhere to the approved list of textbooks. These textbooks are designed to be used for a period of three years, allowing children (pupils and students) to use the textbook of their sibling for three consecutive years,” the circular stated.
It further stressed that, “Using of workbook inside the textbook should stop henceforth to ensure that the textbook is not only for a session.”
The Ministry warned that all schools must comply strictly with the directive as monitoring teams will conduct random checks to ensure enforcement.
“Any school found violating this policy will face appropriate disciplinary measures, including fines or suspension of registration,” the circular added.
The government appealed for the cooperation of all stakeholders in the education sector. “We count on your full cooperation to uphold the integrity and purpose of education,” the Ministry concluded.
