No fee hike under King’s College concession — FG

The Federal Government has assured that school fees at King's College, Lagos, will not increase under a proposed management arrangement. The government has clarified that this deal is an isolated case and will not be extended to other schools.

The Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, explained that the college's infrastructure has decayed and it faces funding gaps, prompting the exploration of alternative management options. He cited poor conditions in hostels, bathrooms, classrooms, laboratories, and other facilities, as well as prolonged electricity outages, during an unannounced visit to the school.

The proposed arrangement involves the King's College Old Boys Association (KCOBA). According to Daily Trust, the minister also observed that parts of the school premises were being used as a paid car park, raising security concerns.

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