Nigeria: School Resumption - Parents Lament As Fees Go Up 40%

As primary and secondary schools across Nigeria reopened on Monday, parents and guardians are facing a significant increase in tuition costs. Investigations indicate that many private institutions have raised their fees by between 30 and 40 percent, placing additional financial strain on households during the resumption period.

School administrators have attributed these price hikes to the rising costs of maintaining educational facilities and the prevalence of unpaid tuition bills. The adjustments reflect broader economic pressures affecting the operational viability of private schools in the country.