…commends Kwara Government for palliative initiatives
In a heartfelt letter addressed to His Excellency Governor AbdulRazaq Abdulrahman, Abdullateef Abdullahi Togun, a concerned resident of Kwara State, has called for a review of tertiary education fees in the state.
The letter emphasizes the impact of recent economic challenges, including the removal of fuel subsidies, on the affordability of education in the state.
The letter highlights the economic challenges faced by many individuals and families across Nigeria and how these difficulties have made it increasingly burdensome to pay for tertiary education.
Togun expressed that the rising tuition costs have become a significant challenge for students and their families, limiting their access to quality education.
He draws attention to the recent decision made by the Kaduna State government to reduce tuition fees for tertiary institutions in their state as a response to the economic strain on students and families.
He started that such actions have been well-received and appreciated, prompting the call for a similar reduction in tuition fees for state-owned tertiary institutions in Kwara State.
Kano State’s efforts to cover registration fees for all indigenes are also mentioned as an example of how states can ease the financial burden on their citizens.
The letter concludes with an appeal to Governor Abdulrahman to consider carefully the matter of reducing tuition fees for state-owned tertiary institutions in Kwara State.
It emphasizes that such a move would support students from various financial backgrounds and help mitigate the impact of the fuel subsidy removal and economic challenges.
The author of the letter commends Governor Abdulrahman for his efforts to provide palliatives to students and address the economic situation in the state.
The letter expresses hope that the governor will take the necessary steps to address the concerns raised, ultimately making a positive difference in the lives of affected students and their families.
Abdullateef Togun, who hails from Gambari in Ilorin East Local Government of Kwara State, has taken this initiative to advocate for more accessible and affordable tertiary education in the state.