The Nigerian Senate has clarified recent discussions regarding the minimum age requirement for admission into tertiary institutions.
The Senate asserts that the existing minimum age requirement of 16 years remains unchanged. Recent remarks suggesting an increase to 18 years were expressed as personal opinions.
Senator Adeyemi Adaramodu, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, emphasized that any adjustments to the age requirement must undergo a legislative process.
Adaramodu clarified that comments made by the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, regarding a potential increase in the minimum age were not legally binding but rather represented his personal views.
The Minister had earlier indicated plans to consider raising the minimum age for tertiary education to 18 years. However, the Senate has affirmed that the current age requirement remains in effect until any legislative changes are made. CONTINUE READING
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