The government has assured parents, learners and education stakeholders of enhanced security measures in schools as institutions reopen to admit the first cohort of Grade 10 students under the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC).
In a statement issued on Monday, January 12, 2026, the Ministry of Interior welcomed the pioneer Grade 10 learners transitioning into senior secondary schools, noting that security agencies have been mobilised to ensure a safe learning environment.
The ministry said National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) have been deployed to work closely with school administrations to curb the entry and circulation of drugs and other illegal substances within school compounds
According to the Interior Ministry, the collaboration is aimed at creating a safe, disciplined and supportive environment, particularly for learners joining new schools as they adapt to the senior secondary education pathway.
“As schools reopen, we welcome the pioneer Grade 10 learners transitioning into senior schools. Our National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) are working together with school administrators to ensure no drugs or illegal substances enter our school environments,” the statement read.
The admission of Grade 10 students marks the start of the senior school phase under CBC, where learners begin specializing in selected career pathways.