Kano governor praises halt of NECO exam fee increase
Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has applauded the Federal Government for suspending the planned increase in National Examinations Council (NECO) fees. According to his Chief Press Secretary, Mustapha Muhammad, the governor highlighted this move as a relief for Nigerian families and a boost for educational access. He also recognized the efforts of President Bola Tinubu, the Minister of Education Dr Tunji Alausa, and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) in promoting affordable education. The governor reaffirmed his administration's dedication to collaborating with federal agencies to enhance educational outcomes in the state.
What we know
- Abba Yusuf commended the Federal Government for suspending the NECO fee hike, calling it a thoughtful intervention.
- The governor made his remarks while distributing appointment letters to 4,900 teachers and engaging 3,688 BESDA Cohort V facilitators.
- He praised President Bola Tinubu's administration for reforms under the Renewed Hope Agenda to improve education access.
- The timely release of UBEC counterpart funds has supported school construction, rehabilitation, and other basic education projects in Kano.
- Abba Yusuf reiterated the state's commitment to working with the Ministry of Education, UBEC, NECO, and other agencies to invest in education.
