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Governor Uba Sani reverses El-Rufai’s policies on State tertiary institutions, cut school fees by 50%, 30%
Kaduna State governor, Uba Sani has reversed his predecessor’s educational policy as he announced the reduction of in the school fees for indigenes of Kaduna State in higher educational institutions.
The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Malam Nasir El-Rufai increased schools in the State higher institutions few months to the end of his tenure, thereby, leading to low enrolment and retention of students in the state-owned schools.
Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, governor Sani acknowledged that the school fees were too high, hence, he was reviewing it.
“Review of current fees regime in Kaduna State tertiary institutions”, the existing fees were too high and had discouraged many students from pursuing or continuing their tertiary education. He said that some students had opted for alternative institutions that offered lower fees.
According to him, the choice of some students opting for higher schools outside Kaduna was due to hike in school fees, a development prompted him to review the fees, saying that his administration was committed to providing free and quality education for every child in Kaduna State from primary to secondary school, as well as expanding access to higher education.
He said that the new fees model was competitive and affordable, and would also enhance the welfare of the students and teachers.
The governor revealed the new fees structure for the state-owned tertiary institutions as follows:
Institution Current Fee Reduction (%) New Fee
Kaduna State University N150,000 30% N105,000
Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic N100,000 50% N50,000
College of Education, Gidan Waya N75,000 50% N37,500
Shehu Idris College of Health Sciences and Technology, Makarfi (HND Courses) N100,000 30% N70,000
Shehu Idris College of Health Sciences and Technology, Makarfi (ND Courses) N75,000 30% N52,000
Kaduna State College of Nursing N100,000 30% N70,000
The governor said that the downward review of the fees was also a palliative measure to cushion the effect of the rising cost of living in the country, especially after the removal of petroleum subsidy. He urged the students to take advantage of the opportunity and pursue their academic dreams with diligence and dedication.
The slashing of school fees is a welcome development for many students and parents. It will help to make education more accessible and affordable for everyone. The government’s commitment to providing quality education for all is commendable.
In addition to slashing school fees, the government is also taking other steps to improve education in the state. These include:
• Expanding access to primary and secondary education
• Improving teacher quality and training
• Investing in school infrastructure
• Providing scholarships and other financial assistance to students
The government’s efforts to improve education are essential for the future of Kaduna State. By investing in education, the government is investing in the future of its people.
The President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio has commended Senator Basheer Lado, for redefining the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters, stating that, for the first time in a long while, the office is fully meeting its expectations.
Speaking during his visit to the office of the Special Adviser to the President on Senate Matters accompanied by distinguished senators, Akpabio described the visit as a significant step in strengthening Executive-Legislative relations.
He praised the Special Adviser and his team for maintaining the confidentiality of communications between the President and Senate, and also, ensuring a seamless flow of information. He further emphasized that the office is now more result-oriented.
Additionally, he acknowledged the office’s diligent efforts in tracking all Bills passed by the Senate and assented to by the President, underscoring its critical role in legislative efficiency.
Expressing his satisfaction, Akpabio noted that he and the Senate delegation were proud of the office’s achievements and looked forward to sustaining the existing cordial and productive relationship between the Executive and the Legislature throughout the administration.
In recognition of his exemplary leadership, Senator Lado presented an Award of Excellence to Senator Akpabio.
In his remarks, Senator Lado reaffirmed his commitment to fostering a harmonious working relationship between the Executive and the Legislature. He lauded Akpabio for his unwavering dedication to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda—defending it with clarity, articulating it with passion, and advancing it through legislative action.
Ahead of the 2025 political party Congresses, Plateau State Chapter of the Labour Party (LP) stakeholders has endorsed the defection of the candidate of the party in the 2023 general elections and the leader of Justice and Rebirth, Barr Gyang Zi SAN, to the All Progressive Congress (APC) with the view to key into the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.
They made the call in a communique issued at the end of the enlarge meeting of the stakeholders from Plateau North senatorial zone at the residence of Barr. Gyang Zi in Rayfield Jos.
The communique which was jointly signed by Dr. Ayiki Sati Director General, Justice and Rebirth and
Barr. Samuel Galadima- 2024 Chairmanship candidate of Jos East LGA among others said the call became imperative on the sideline of the leadership tussle at the National Level which violates the core principles and values for the formation of the Party as an alternative for Nigeria for the protection, sustenance of democracy and Social Justice.
They regretted that the leadership tussle has also divided the party into factions leaving party loyalists and supporters in the state of despondency and confusion not knowing where they belong.
Our correspondent reports that the gathering included LP candidates from the 2023/2024 general elections, party executives, and support groups from the six local government areas of the Northern Senatorial District.
Besides, the focus of the discussions was centered on the state of the Labour Party at both national and state levels and the need for political realignment ahead of the 2025 party congresses and conventions.
The stakeholders further frowned at the structural weaknesses in LP and resolved to advise Barr Gyang Zi, to leave the party and join the APC while expressing confidence that the APC would provide him with a platform to advance good governance in the state .
The communique also emphasized the importance of political consultations, particularly with APC leaders at both state and national levels. It called for collaboration with Plateau State APC leaders, including Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, Sen. Simon Bako Lalong, Sen. Diket Plang, and other party officials.
According to the communique, supporters of Barr Gyang Zi also pledged to mobilize grassroots support for the APC, stating that their leader’s defection would strengthen the party in the state.
They urged the APC leadership to formally receive Gyang Zi and his supporters into the party, marking their official transition from the Labour Party.
Stakeholders also reiterated the need for inclusive governance, ensuring that youths, women, and less privileged individuals are sidelined in the democratic process and accordingly officially denounced their membership in the Labour Party, declaring their support for the APC.
They assured that all LP structures aligned with Gyang Zi would follow suit, shifting their loyalty to the ruling party in the state and at the National level.
Kogi State Governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo, has extended his heartfelt felicitation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, on the occasion of his 73rd birthday.
Governor Ododo in statement signed by his special adviser on media, Ismaila Isah described President Tinubu as a statesman whose leadership and dedication to national development continue to inspire hope and progress across Nigeria.
He commended the President’s unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda, which is driving economic reforms, strengthening national unity, and advancing the nation’s democratic values.
“On behalf of the government and people of Kogi State, I celebrate Mr President and our father on this special day. Your resilience, visionary leadership, and patriotism have laid a strong foundation for Nigeria’s growth. We deeply appreciate your tireless efforts in repositioning our country for sustainable development,” Governor Ododo stated.
He further reaffirmed his support for President Tinubu’s administration and prayed for continued wisdom, strength, and good health for the President as he leads Nigeria toward greater prosperity, sustainable development, peace and stability.
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