# Federal Government Suspends WASSCE and NECO Examination Fee Hike
The Federal Ministry of Education in Nigeria announced the suspension of a proposed fee increase for WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Examination) and NECO (National Examination Council) examinations on Monday. The decision came after widespread public criticism from parents, education stakeholders, and the general public regarding the planned fee hike.
The suspended increase would have raised examination fees from N27,000 to N50,000, representing a significant jump that triggered considerable opposition across the education sector. The negative reaction from multiple constituencies prompted the government to reverse course on the implementation of the higher fees.
The suspension reflects the substantial pressure exerted by various stakeholders who voiced concerns about the affordability and accessibility of these critical national examinations for Nigerian students. The Ministry's decision to halt the fee increase indicates responsiveness to public sentiment on the matter.
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