Former Anambra State Governor And Presidential Candidate Of The Nigeria

Former Anambra State governor and presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress NDC, Peter Obi, has praised the Federal Government’s decision to suspend the proposed increase in registration fees for the 2027 WASSCE and NECO Senior School Certificate Examination. He described the move as “a victory for the Nigerian people. The Federal Government had withdrawn the planned fee adjustment after public criticism and said the suspension would allow for further consultations with stakeholders. The Ministry of Education said the proposed review was linked to rising operational costs but would be reconsidered through a broader engagement process. Obi welcomed the reversal, saying it would provide relief to parents and students facing economic pressures. He also argued that the fee increase should not have been introduced at a time when many Nigerian families are struggling and called for more policies that improve access to education. The decision has drawn reactions from other political figures and education stakeholders, with supporters of the suspension describing it as a response to public concerns over the cost of education.