Federal Ministry of Education Clarifies Unity Colleges Fee Misinformation. The Federal Ministry of Education has issued a strong denial of a fake document circulating among parents, falsely attributed to the Director of the Senior Secondary Education Department. This fraudulent document has caused concern by falsely claiming that new students in Federal Unity Colleges (FUCs) must pay exorbitant fees.
KEY INFORMATION:
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Ministry | Federal Ministry of Education |
| Rebuttal | False Unity College Fees |
| Warning | Fake fee document |
| Official Fee | N100,000 (New Students) |
| Covers | Boarding, Uniform, Books |
| Fake Fee | N386,000 |
| Verification | Ministry website, School Principals |
| Contact | Senior Secondary Education Dept |
False Claims Addressed
The Ministry has clarified that the circulating document is entirely fake and was not issued by the Senior Secondary Education Department. The highest fee for new students in Federal Unity Colleges is N100,000, covering boarding, uniforms, textbooks, exercise books, and other essentials. Tuition remains free for all students.
Identifying the Fake Document
The Ministry pointed out several flaws in the fake document, such as incorrect addresses and multiple spelling errors, further confirming its inauthenticity.
Misinformation and Public Confusion
The document appears to be an attempt to spread misinformation and confuse parents, especially those with new students in Federal Unity Colleges. The Ministry advises the public to disregard this fake document.
Official Channels for Verification
For accurate information on fees and charges in Federal Unity Colleges, the Ministry encourages parents and the public to visit the official Ministry website or contact the Principals of any Federal Unity College. Hajia Binta Abdulkadir, Director of Senior Secondary Education, has signed this clarification to ensure parents and guardians are well-informed and not misled by fraudulent claims.
