FG freezes new tertiary institutions for six years
Federal government imposes six-year moratorium on new universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education to strengthen existing institutions. Decision made during Wednesday's Federal Executive Council meeting chaired by President Tinubu. Minister Tunji Alausa cited JAMB statistics showing 2.3 million applicants last year but only 228,000 admitted to public universities. Freeze aims to ensure private institutions' financial sustainability. FEC also restored NMEC to full independence to tackle 56 million Nigerian illiteracy rate through radio, TV, and community programs.