The Anambra State Government has prohibited the use of mobile phones by students in secondary schools across the state to minimize distractions and improve academic performance.
The Chairman of the Post Primary Schools Service Commission, Prof. Nkechi Ikediugwu, announced the ban on Friday during the Anambra Schools’ Cultural Day celebration in Awka.
She directed school principals and teachers to confiscate any mobile phones found with students during school hours.
According to Ikediugwu, the decision aims to restore focus and discipline in schools, as the increasing use of mobile phones has become a major distraction to students’ learning.
“I am authorizing principals and teachers to seize phones from students who bring them to school. This will help ensure that students concentrate on their academic work without unnecessary distractions,” she stated.
She emphasized that Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s administration is making significant investments in education to promote excellence and instill discipline among students.
Speaking at the event, Ikediugwu also highlighted the importance of preserving Igbo traditions, describing them as a vital part of the people’s identity.
“Igbo culture is more than just clothing and dance. The Igbos are known for their honesty, truthfulness, hard work, and respect for elders. It is important to continuously educate our students on these values to uphold the rich heritage of the Igbo people,” she said.
