KWSG Approves 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Schools

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The Kwara State Government has approved the academic calendar for the 2026/2027 school session for all public and private primary and secondary schools in the state.

The Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, announced this on Wednesday at the Ministry's headquarters in Ilorin.

According to him, the approved calendar is aimed at ensuring smooth running of academic activities and improved learning outcomes across the state.

Dr. Olohungbebe stated that the 2026/2027 academic session will begin on Monday, September 21, 2026 and end in July 2027, adding that the calendar clearly spells out resumption dates, mid-term breaks, examination periods and vacation dates for all three terms.

The Commissioner urged proprietors, school heads, teachers, parents and students to strictly comply with the approved dates.

"The government is committed to standardising the school system and ensuring that our learners are not left behind. Compliance with this calendar will help us achieve better coordination and academic excellence," he said.

Dr. Olohungbebe reiterated the state government’s commitment to repositioning education in Kwara State and making students competitive nationally and globally.

Peter Amogbonjaye, ANIPR,
Press Secretary,
Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development.
08032578495

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