Breaking: FG suspends planned increase in WAEC, NECO registration fees

The Nigerian government has halted plans to increase registration fees for the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO). This decision comes as part of a broader review process initiated by the Ministry of Education.

Officials stated that the Ministry will engage extensively with examination bodies, state ministries of education, school proprietors and administrators, parents' associations, organized labor, and other critical education stakeholders. This consultative approach aims to gather input and ensure a comprehensive understanding of the implications before any fee adjustments are made.

The suspension is intended to provide a window for dialogue and consensus-building among all parties involved in the education sector. The government's move signals a commitment to stakeholder consultation in policy-making related to essential examinations.

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As part of the fresh review process, the Ministry will engage extensively with examination bodies, state ministries of education, school proprietors and administrators, parents' associations, organised labour, education stakeholders and other critical partners.