Federal Ministry of Education Clarifies Unity Colleges Fee Misinformation
The Federal Ministry of Education warns against a fake document claiming increased fees for Unity Colleges. The official fees for new students remain N100,000. Read on to avoid falling for this scam.
The Federal Ministry of Education has issued a strong rebuttal against a fake document circulating among parents, falsely claiming to be from the Director of the Senior Secondary Education Department.
This fraudulent document has caused concern by falsely stating that new students in Federal Unity Colleges (FUCs) are required to pay excessive fees.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Ministry | Federal Ministry of Education |
| Rebuttal | Unity College Fees |
| Warning | Fake fee document |
| Official Fee | N100,000 (New Students) |
| Covers | Boarding, Uniform, Books |
| Fake Fee | N386,000 |
| Verification | Ministry website, School Principals |
| Contact | Senior Secondary Education Dept |
False Claims Addressed
The Ministry has made it clear that this document is completely fake and did not come from the official channels of the Senior Secondary Education Department.
The highest fees for new students in Federal Unity Colleges stand at N100,000, which covers boarding fees, uniforms, textbooks, exercise books, and other necessary items.
Tuition remains free for all students.
Identifying the Fake Document
The Ministry highlighted several flaws in the fake document, including incorrect addresses and numerous spelling errors.
These errors further confirm that the document is not an official release.
Misinformation and Public Confusion
The document appears to be an attempt to spread misinformation and create confusion among parents, particularly those of new students in Federal Unity Colleges.
The Ministry urges the public to disregard this fake document.
Official Channels for Verification
For accurate information regarding fees and charges in Federal Unity Colleges, the Ministry advises parents and the public to visit the official website of the Ministry or contact any of the Principals of the nearest Federal Unity College.
Hajia Binta Abdulkadir, Director of Senior Secondary Education, has signed off on this clarification to ensure parents and guardians are well-informed and not misled by such fraudulent claims.
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