Graduation Celebrations in Nigeria: Rising Costs Turn Joy into Financial Strain

Graduation ceremonies across Nigeria are becoming a heavy financial burden for many families. Beyond levies and party fees, parents struggle with the high cost of customised outfits that meet school colour codes and fashion trends. Several mothers report spending tens of thousands of naira on fabrics and tailoring. Junior secondary graduations are a particular concern, as parents question the need for ceremonies when their children remain in the same school. Some parents and educators now call for a return to standard gowns and a focus on academic achievement. They believe this will ease competition, curb unnecessary expenses, and restore graduations to their true purpose.

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