The Nigeria House of Representatives has disannuled a motion that seeks to mandate the federal government to make the 2023/2024 secondary school examination free for all Nigerians.
The controversial motion which was moved by Anamero Dekeri, called on the Nigerian government to make WAEC, NECO and JAMB free for the current academic session, but the lawmakers revolted the motion.
The house of representatives are believed to be deliberating on this Education motion at a moment when Nigerians are still condemning the action of lawmakers to spend billions on their official vehicles.
In the motion, Dekeri said the federal government already saved money through the removal of petroleum subsidy and should help families that are struggling.
The lawmaker said the Ministry of Education should make the examinations free.
“Urge the Ministry of Education to declare 2023 and 2024 WAEC, NECO and JAMB examinations registration free, to enable the common man have a direct benefit of fuel subsidy removal palliatives,” Dekeri’s quest on a free education.
Even with the cool and well knitted presentation of the motion, it was met with stiff and stern opposition from members of the House.
The Majority Leader, Julius Ihonvbere moved an amendment that lawmakers should instead fund the free examination. But the amendment was countered by Ado Doguwa, who said members are already paying the fees.
Following a long debate, Awaji Abiante moved a motion for the House to step it down, and it was adopted unanimously.
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