Politics

Nigerian Government Halts Exam Fee Hike Amidst Public Outcry

In a significant policy reversal, Nigeria's Federal Government has suspended planned increases to WAEC and NECO examination fees. This decision follows widespread public concern and calls for stakeholder consultation, demonstrating the government's responsiveness to citizen feedback. The move comes as authorities navigate economic realities while striving to ensure accessible education.

InformationNG·July 13, 2026AI-curated

The Federal Government has suspended the proposed review of registration fees for the 2027 West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE), and the National Examinations Council (NECO), Senior School Certificate Examination, (SSCE), bowing to widespread public concer

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