Federal Universities remain tuition-free– Presidency 

The Federal Government has said the widely reported news about the increment of federal universities is false.

The Presidency in a statement by President Bola Tinubu Special Adviser on Special Duties, Communications, and Strategy, Dele Alake said the reports are inaccurate and not correct. 

“We are aware that some universities have in recent weeks announced an increase in the amount payable by students on sundry charges,” the Presidency added. 

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According to the Presidency,  the discretionary charges by universities are for hostel accommodation, registration, laboratory, and other charges, not tuition fees.

“Authorities of these universities even made this fact clear enough in explaining the rationale behind these new fees.

“For the avoidance of doubts, federal universities in Nigeria remain tuition-free.”

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The statement added that President Tinubu remains committed to his promise of ensuring that every Nigerian, regardless of the economic situation of their parents has access to quality tertiary education.

“In addition to the Students’ Loans Scheme, under the Student Loans Bill signed into law by President Tinubu last month, which will go into implementation ahead of the next academic session in September, the Federal Government will also strengthen other mechanisms to support indigent students.

“Parts of the government’s plans to make sure all diligent students complete their education on time, notwithstanding their parents’ financial situation, include work-study, merit-based scholarships, and grants.”