The House of Representatives has rejected a motion that
sought to compel the federal government to make the 2023/2024 secondary school
examination free for all Nigerians.
The motion, moved by Anamero Dekeri, called on the federal
government to make WAEC, NECO and JAMB free for this academic session, but the
lawmakers kicked against it.
This motion is coming at a time 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 prayer
reads.
Following the presentation of the motion, it was met with
stiff 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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