Nigerian Governor Bans Secondary Students From Using Phone, Gives Reason
- Secondary school students have been banned from using mobile phones across the 21 LGAs of Anambra state
- Principals and teachers are authorised to seize mobile phones from students who come to school with them
- The Chairman of the Post Primary Schools Service Commission explained the reason for the new measure
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Awka, Anambra state - The Anambra state government led by Governor Charles Chukwuma Soludo has barred secondary school students across the 21 Local Government Areas of the state from phones.
The Chairman of the Post Primary Schools Service Commission, Professor Nkechi Ikediugwu, directed principals and teachers at secondary schools to confiscate mobile phones brought to school by students.
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Ikediugwu stated this at the Anambra Schools’ Cultural Day celebration in Awka, the state capital, on Friday, March 14, 2025.
As reported by The Punch, she explained that the decision was aimed at curbing distractions and enhancing academic performance.
According to Ikediugwu, there was a need to maintain discipline and focus in Nigeria's learning environments.
She emphasised that the increasing use of mobile phones by students during school hours had become a serious distraction.
“I am authorising principals and teachers to seize phones from students who come to school with them so that we can ensure that students concentrate on their academic work without the interference of phones.
“Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration is making significant investments in education to promote academic excellence and instil discipline among students," Prof Ikediugwu added.
She encouraged parents and teachers to educate students on the values and norms of Ndigbo, noting that it helped preserve the rich heritage of the Igbo people.
“Igbo culture extends beyond clothing and dancing, as the Igbos are also known for their honesty, truthfulness, hard work, respect for elders, and many other admirable qualities."
Legit.ng earlier reported that Governor Soludo banned loud preaching in markets, citing noise pollution and public disturbance. He said violators faced a ₦500,000 fine as part of the state’s efforts to enforce noise pollution regulations.
The governor elected under the platform of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) warned against the misuse of public spaces and vowed to crack down on fake pastors and prophets.
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Legit.ng also reported that Soludo condemned native doctors for misleading youths with promises of supernatural protection for illegal activities like drug trafficking, cyber fraud, and kidnapping.
The Anambra Governor confirmed investigations into over 30 native doctors and pastors as part of the state's efforts to restore law and order. He emphasised his vision to make the state a destination for legal business and urged all residents to work together towards progress.
Soludo refunds venue fee to Pastor Paul Enenche
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that Soludo hailed Pastor Paul Enenche for his recent crusade in the state capital.
Soludo refunded Dunamis International Gospel Centre the fee paid for the usage of Dr Alex Ekwueme Square, Awka.
The governor said Pastor Enenche's message on righteousness would help reshape the minds of many young people.
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