The Federal Government has approved a reform of admission entry requirements into all tertiary institutions across the country to democratise access to higher education.
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‎In the new guidelines, Mathematics at credit pass level is no longer compulsory for students seeking admission into Art courses in tertiary institutions.
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‎This was revealed in statement made on Tuesday by the Director Press and Public Relations, Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade,
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‎According to her, the new policy was driven by the Minister of Education, Dr Maruf Tunji Alausa,
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‎She added that the policy represented a bold step towards advancing the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu by promoting inclusive education as a foundation for national development.
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‎Under the new framework, the Federal Government seeks to remove barriers to admission while maintaining academic standards.
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‎The guidelines apply to universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and Innovation Enterprise Academies (IEAs) nationwide.
News edited by Favour Owonibi