Former Vice President and 2023 PDP Presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has lambasted the Federal Government’s decision to set an 18-year age limit for NECO and WAEC exams, calling it “absurd” and a barrier to scholarships.
Atiku took to his Facebook page to criticize the policy, stating, “Tinubu’s policy on age limit for tertiary education admission belongs in the Stone Ages.” He argued that the policy is unconstitutional and undermines intellectual freedom and accessibility.
Atiku emphasized that education is a concurrent responsibility between federal and sub-national governments, and the federal government should not dictate policies without considering the needs of gifted students.
He advocated for allowing sub-national governments to establish their education laws or regulations, citing global best practices.
Atiku urged Nigerians to condemn the policy, saying, “This controversial policy belongs in the Stone Ages and should be roundly condemned by everyone who believes in intellectual freedom and accessibility.”
