Browsing Tag
NECO
22 posts
Atiku and Obi Applaud Government Reversal on WAEC and NECO Fee Hikes
Political leaders Atiku Abubakar and Peter Obi have praised the government's decision to suspend planned fee hikes for WASSCE and NECO exams following public outcry.
Sowore Pledges Universal Free Education if Elected in 2027
African Action Congress presidential candidate Omoyele Sowore has promised to eliminate public examination fees and provide free, universal education if he takes office in 2027.
Peter Obi Applauds Federal Decision to Halt Exam Fee Increases
Peter Obi labels the federal government's decision to suspend planned WASSCE and NECO fee hikes a victory for Nigerians while urging a focus on educational investment.
Atiku Criticizes Policy Reversals, Stating Nigeria Is Not A Testing Ground
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar applauded the suspension of WAEC and NECO fee hikes but criticized the government for its history of implementing poorly considered policies that require public outcry to reverse.
Omoyele Sowore Pledges to Abolish WAEC and NECO Fees in 2027 Presidential Bid
African Action Congress candidate Omoyele Sowore promises to abolish WAEC and NECO fees and provide free education from nursery to university if elected in 2027.
Federal Government Halts Proposed Hike in WAEC and NECO Exam Fees
The Nigerian government has suspended the planned increase for 2027 WAEC and NECO registration fees after receiving public feedback, opting instead to initiate formal stakeholder consultations.
Aisha Yesufu Calls for Free WAEC and NECO Examinations for Nigerian Students
Activist Aisha Yesufu has urged the Nigerian government to eliminate WAEC and NECO fees, arguing that quality education should be a right rather than a financial burden, following a planned fee hike to N50,000.
Federal Government Mandates N50,000 Uniform Exam Fees for WAEC and NECO by 2027
Starting in 2027, the Federal Government will enforce a uniform N50,000 registration fee for both WAEC and NECO exams, a move drawing heavy criticism from parents and political leaders due to existing economic hardships.
CERON Criticizes Nigerian Government Over WAEC and NECO Fee Hikes
Civil society group CERON has slammed the federal government for increasing WAEC and NECO registration fees to N50,000, arguing it imposes undue hardship on struggling Nigerian families.
NAPTAN Criticizes SSCE Fee Hike as Excessive; NUT Defers to Parents
NAPTAN has called for a reduction in proposed WAEC and NECO fee increases, citing the financial strain on parents, while the Nigeria Union of Teachers has opted not to intervene in the matter.