Education
Kaduna gov slashes tuition fees for state-owned institutions
Kaduna gov slashes tuition fees for state-owned institutions
The state government of Kaduna has declared that it will lower the cost of tuition at all state-owned postsecondary institutions.
The State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, declared that the decrease in the fees is in line with the rise in the cost of living in the nation, particularly in light of President Bola Tinubu’s elimination of the gasoline subsidy in May of this year.
According to a statement signed by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Mohammed Shehu, Governor Sani made the announcement while speaking to the media at the government house on Monday.
In the statement, Kaduna State University fee was slashed by 30 per cent from the current fee of N150,000 to N105,000.Nuhu while the Bamalli Polytechnic was reduced by 50 per cent from N100,000 to N50,000.
The College of Education, Gidan Waya was also reviewed downward from the current fee of N75,000 to N37,500, which is a reduction of 50 per cent.
For Shehu Idris College of Health Sciences & Technology, Makarfi, the fee for HND Courses was reduced by 30 per cent from N100,000 to N70,000 while for National Diploma, it was cut from N70.000 tp N52000.
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The statement read in part, “On assumption of office on May 29, 2023, we made a solemn commitment to the citizens of Kaduna State to run a people – centred, all-inclusive administration that shall leave no one or any part of Kaduna State behind.
“In response to the public outcry over the current fees being charged by tertiary institutions in Kaduna State and its effect on school enrolment and retention, I directed heads of tertiary institutions in conjunction with the Ministry of Education to obtain relevant information on the extant fees regime in state owned tertiary institutions.”
“This downward review of the extant fees regime aligns with the KDSG’s commitment to offer palliatives to cushion the effect of general rising cost of living in the polity, especially in the wake of recent petrol subsidy removal in Nigeria.
“The welfare of the people remains this administration’s topmost priority and the Kaduna State Government shall continue to take all measures necessary to ensure access to free and qualitative education for every child in Kaduna State from primary to secondary school.”
The development comes at a time where tertiary institutions across the country, public and private, are raising their fees to keep up with rising costs of goods and services.
Recall that Bayero University stated that it had to increase it fees because of the high cost of running a university, stating that it spends N75m on diesel and electricity supply monthly.
Education
Wigwe varsity becomes most expensive Nigerian university, unseats Nile, Baze
Wigwe varsity becomes most expensive Nigerian university, unseats Nile, Baze
“I cannot change the world overnight. But if I can empower even one youth today, or tomorrow, they could join me in empowering others. With time, we could change the world,” were the words of the late Herbert Wigwe, the founder of Wigwe University, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
Wigwe, who died in a helicopter crash alongside his wife, Chizoba, and son, Chizzy, in the United States, was also a co-founder of Access Holdings (owners of Access Bank PLC).
The school, located in Isiokpo, Port Harcourt, when inaugurated in August 2024, could be Nigeria’s most expensive university, topping the likes of Covenant University, Otta; Nile University, Abuja; Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos, and Baze University, Abuja, which are said to be some of Nigeria’s most expensive universities.
The varsity which is set to open its gates to its first set of students in August is also said to be run fully on 24-hour electricity and WiFi.
According to the school’s website, it also has an active conservation plan.
“With environmental protection as one of our eight sustainability pillars, we not only prioritise our impact but have looked to the area’s natural state to guide our campus design and planning.
“Port Harcourt’s tropical rainforest and indigenous plant species, lost through previous agricultural practices, are actively being reintroduced, whilst stormwater attenuation, vegetation, and fauna conservation direct our landscaping. Pedestrian, cyclist, and electric people-mover campus routes, along with forest walking/jogging/cycling trails, connect students to our surrounding environment, encouraging a lifelong love of nature,” it stated.
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The university will offer a diverse range of programmes across four major colleges – the College of Management and Social Sciences, the College of Art, the College of Science and Computing, and the College of Engineering.
Since the school mentioned that it would commence its first session in August, it has set off public debates among educational stakeholders, parents, and prospective students.
Many have said the university would only just be for the elite who could afford it but would not be made available to the children of the poor.
However, some others on the other side of the divide, have said quality education does not come cheap, adding that anyone who can not afford it should go to a school they can afford.
With the fees said to be as high as N12m per session, the university could become, undoubtedly, Nigeria’s most expensive university.
A check on the school’s website shows that the cheapest fee is the College is Arts which stands at N9.6m.
Students taking courses in the College of Engineering, College of Management and Social Sciences, and College of Science and Computing will pay a total fee of N11,998,800 each.
The fees cover tuition, books, laboratory supplies and consumables, personal protective equipment, project lab resources, e-learning resources, health insurance, student membership in professional associations, student activities, and facilities maintenance.
There are also additional charges covering accommodation fees which include the luxury single-bedroom apartment plan at N1,000,000 per month, premium one en-suite bedroom plan at N3,845,000 per session, classic one plan at N3,707,000 per session and classic two plan at N3,500,000 per session.
The management of the university, while defending its decision to charge in dollars, recently stated that home students would pay their fees in naira, while international students could select the dollar payment option.
It also said the decision was a strategic one that aligned with its vision to attract a diverse and international student body.
School’s defence
Defending the fees, the university said it was unwavering in its commitment to excellence in education and the shaping of future African leaders.
Wigwe varsity becomes most expensive Nigerian university, unseats Nile, Baze
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Education
FG fixes May 24 to open student loan portal
FG fixes May 24 to open student loan portal
The Federal Government through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) says the application portal for students’ loan scheme will open on 24th May 2024.
This is contained in a statement signed by Nasir Ayitogo -Media and Public Relations Lead of NELFUND, on Thursday.
He said the move marks a significant milestone in the commitment of President Bola Tinubu to fostering accessible and inclusive education for all Nigerian students.
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The statement reads in full : “The management of Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) led by its Managing Director, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr are thrilled to announce 24th of May, 2024 as official date for the opening of portal for student loan applications.
This marks a significant milestone in the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR) to fostering accessible and inclusive education for all Nigerian students.
Through the portal, students can now access loans to pursue their academic aspirations without financial constraints.
The portal provides a user-friendly interface for students to submit their loan applications conveniently.
We encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this opportunity to invest in their future and contribute to the growth and development of our nation.
Students can access the portal on www.nelf.gov.ng to begin application.
For more information and assistance, please contact NELFUND via email on info@nelf.gov.ng or contact us via our social media handles.”
FG fixes May 24 to open student loan portal
Education
UK varsities considering NECO results for admission – Registrar
UK varsities considering NECO results for admission – Registrar
The Registrar of the National Examinations Council (NECO), Prof. Ibrahim Wushishi, said foreign universities like Lead University and Birmingham City University in the United Kingdom have reached out to the council for information on its examinations.
He said these universities are considering admitting Nigerian students based on their NECO results, indicating a level of credibility and acceptance of NECO’s outcomes by international institutions.
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Speaking during an interactive session with journalists in Abuja Wednesday, Prof. Wushishi said NECO has met the demands of Birmingham City University, and they are currently working on fulfilling the request from Lead University.
Regarding digitalisation and the potential migration to Computer-Based Testing (CBT), Prof. Wushishi acknowledged the complexity of NECO examinations, particularly with close to 1.5 million students taking exams in 76 different subjects and over 150 different papers annually for admissions into tertiary institutions.
This complexity, he said, poses challenges for an immediate shift to CBT, unlike other examination bodies like JAMB that primarily use multiple-choice formats.
UK varsities considering NECO results for admission – Registrar
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