Nigerian Governor Slashes Tuition Fee Of State Varsity by 50 Percent

The Taraba State Governor, Agu Kefas has announced a slash in the tuition fee of the state university by 50% over the current hardship that has came about by the removal of the fuel subsidy.

In a statement by his Spokesperson, Emmanuel Bello, said the governor made the decision known at the Taraba State University where he said quality education remained his main priority.

Kefas said he had since declared a state of emergency in the education sector.

Many of the University students expressed joy at the development, saying the reduction in fees would greatly enhance their lives.

“Some parents said the hardship occasioned by the removal of fuel subsidy has made payments of school fees difficult. They said the slash has raised their hopes,” Bello said.

Meanwhile, Kefas said plans are being perfected to pay pensioners and retirees.

He said he had also directed prompt payment of salaries and other entitlements