From Our Correspondent
In a monumental move aimed at bolstering access to higher education, the Senate has greenlit the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024, on Wednesday, March 20, 2024.
This groundbreaking legislation signals a significant stride in the nation's mission to broaden educational opportunities for its populace.
Following rigorous scrutiny and dedicated efforts by the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and TETFUND, the bill cleared its final hurdle with the Senate's resounding approval. Senator Muntari Dandutse (APC – Katsina South), chairing the committee, presented a detailed report, laying the groundwork for informed deliberations and eventual passage by the Senate.
This legislative triumph underscores President Tinubu's unwavering commitment to eliminating financial barriers to higher education.
