Despite recent uncertainty over changes to education policy, the Federal Government has reiterated that English language and mathematics are still required courses for all students taking their ordinary level (O'Level) exams.
The ministry reiterated that students must still register and sit for both subjects, stressing that no new policy exempts them from doing so, in a statement released on Sunday, October 19, by Boriowo Folasade, the Federal Ministry of Education's Director of Press and Public Relations.
The ministry reiterated that students must still register and sit for both subjects, stressing that no new policy exempts them from doing so, in a statement released on Sunday, October 19, by Boriowo Folasade, the Federal Ministry of Education's Director of Press and Public Relations.
"All students must continue to register and sit for English Language and Mathematics in their O-Level examinations, as the Federal Ministry of Education has clarified," the statement said. "The new policy introduces a more inclusive and flexible approach to tertiary admission requirements, without exempting any candidate from these core subjects."
The ministry claims that by guaranteeing that competent students are not excluded from tertiary education because of shortcomings in non-core disciplines, the reform seeks to advance equity and inclusivity in higher education.
According to the announcement, "The reform ensures that capable students are not denied admission due to deficiencies in non-core subjects, promoting fairness and inclusivity in tertiary education," said Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, the Honourable Minister of Education.
According to the announcement, "The reform ensures that capable students are not denied admission due to deficiencies in non-core subjects, promoting fairness and inclusivity in tertiary education," said Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, the Honourable Minister of Education.
The ministry stated that the goal of simplifying O-Level admission requirements is to bring Nigeria's educational system up to date with international best practices. The modification enables educational institutions to accept students into particular programs in which passing grades in mathematics or English may not be required for admission; nonetheless, all applicants must still take both courses in their exams.
According to the statement, "the adjustment affects only admission criteria, not the requirement to take these subjects."
The ministry emphasized that the new policy supports the government's objective for fair access, inclusivity, and human capital development and that English and mathematics continue to be essential tools for communication, reasoning, and lifelong learning.
The ministry emphasized that the new policy supports the government's objective for fair access, inclusivity, and human capital development and that English and mathematics continue to be essential tools for communication, reasoning, and lifelong learning.
"This reform broadens academic pathways and recognizes diverse strengths among learners, supporting the Federal Government's vision of equitable access, inclusivity, and human capital development," the statement read.
The ministry warned against spreading false information regarding the new education policy and advised stakeholders, parents, and students to solely rely on official channels for verified updates.
The ministry warned against spreading false information regarding the new education policy and advised stakeholders, parents, and students to solely rely on official channels for verified updates.
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