A controversy has erupted at Aunty Joy School after a pupil was allegedly expelled for nonpayment of a ₦15,000 end-of-term party levy. The child’s mother, who settled only the tuition fees, claims the school redirected her tuition payment toward the party cost, then expelled her son when she complained.
According to a post by @GossipMillNaija on X, the school provided separate bank accounts for tuition and party fees. “We paid for tuition, but they issued a party levy receipt instead. Now they’ve asked the teachers to bring my child’s things out because we complained about the ₦15,000 party fee,” the mother stated. She says that when she arrived on campus demanding clarification, staff locked her out and instructed teachers to bar her from the premises.
The mother’s video, widely shared online, shows her protesting outside the school gate, demanding a refund of her tuition. School management, however, has yet to issue an official response. Educational advocates warn that levying compulsory party fees without clear communication can undermine trust between parents and institutions and may violate consumer-protection guidelines.
Legal experts note that schools must transparently account for all fees and cannot penalize students for exercising their right to financial clarity. Parents are advised to request detailed fee schedules in writing and escalate disputes to the State Universal Basic Education Board if unresolved.
As social media reactions mount, many Nigerians are calling on the Lagos State Ministry of Education to investigate the matter and ensure schools adhere to fair billing practices.
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