Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has made a significant move to alleviate the burden on parents and students in the state by declaring free education in all primary and secondary schools starting from the next academic session.
This decision comes as a response to the recent removal of subsidy on Premium Motor Spirit (popularly known as petrol), which has caused economic hardship nationwide.
Governor Kefas had previously announced a 50 percent reduction in university school fees to mitigate the ongoing challenges faced by students in the country. Building on this effort, he has now taken a step further by ensuring that education at the primary and secondary levels becomes accessible to all students in Taraba State.
The declaration was made by Governor Kefas during his assessment tour at Ebenezer Primary School in Wukari. In a statement released by his spokesperson, Emmanuel Bello, it was emphasized that the government would bear the expenses of education, eliminating the need for students to pay any fees.
Governor Kefas emphasized that the decision to implement free education was not only to fulfill a campaign promise but also due to the economic hardships caused by the removal of fuel subsidies.
The governor has been proactive in addressing the challenges faced by the education sector, as demonstrated by his recent declaration of a state of emergency in the sector.
Just a day before the free education announcement, Governor Kefas visited Taraba State University in Jalingo, where he announced the removal of school fees for university students.
He expressed his unwavering commitment to providing quality education and ensuring that students have access to affordable education across all levels.
The students of Taraba State University expressed their joy and gratitude for the reduction in fees, acknowledging that it would significantly improve their lives.
Governor Kefas’ decision to implement free education in Taraba State is a commendable effort to alleviate the financial burden on families and ensure that education remains accessible to all.
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