The Federal Government has pledged to make technical education accessible to every Nigerian child by taking full responsibility for funding all Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs) across the country.
The Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, announced this in Abuja, explaining that the government will cover tuition and all approved charges. These include boarding, uniforms, textbooks, exercise books, prospectus, and ID cards.
She added that funding will also extend to stationery, clubs and societies, medical services, vocational activities, utilities, security, website/e-result services, Skool Media, extra lessons, and insurance.
Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, emphasized that the government would bear the full cost of tuition to guarantee equal access. He warned principals and administrators against demanding unauthorized payments and directed schools to circulate the new policy to parents and guardians.
He encouraged parents to report illegal charges directly to the ministry through its hotlines: 0803 657 6733, 0803 637 3796 or via email at tse@education.gov.ng.
Alausa explained that the initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritizes Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a key driver of human capital development.
“No Nigerian child should be denied technical education because of illegal charges,” he said. “By investing in education today, we are building a stronger, self-reliant Nigeria.”
He clarified that while tuition and core expenses are fully covered, students in boarding schools must provide their personal items.