Students of Northwest University in Kano have expressed dissatisfaction over a recent increase in registration fees, which they say contradicts the state government’s earlier promise of affordable education.
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In 2023, the Kano State Government announced a 50% reduction in tuition fees for indigenes attending state-owned tertiary institutions. However, students now report that the registration fee has risen from N19,000 to N53,350, causing widespread concern, especially among those in their final year.
Many students are worried that the new fee structure could hinder their academic progress, as their families are unable to meet the financial demand. The sudden increment has left several students feeling financially strained, with some considering withdrawing from the university if the situation is not addressed.
The university management attributed the hike to financial challenges, including the need to cover essential operational expenses. Despite this explanation, the students’ union, led by Khaleed Hassan Hudu, has called on the state government to intervene and ease the burden on students, particularly in light of the prevailing economic hardship.
While expressing their disappointment, the students have opted against staging protests and are instead placing their hopes on the government to review and reverse the decision in line with its earlier commitment to accessible education.
Auwal Dankano, a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State, urged the state government to halt all overseas scholarship programs and redirect those funds to support local universities, emphasizing the need to prioritize domestic education funding.
