Students at Lagos’ model college will pay N35,000 per term in experimental fees

In each of the next two terms, boarding house students at Lagos State Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools will pay N35,000 in fees.

The clarification was made by Mrs Folasade Adefisayo, Commissioner for Education, in a statement released in Lagos on Sunday by Mr Ganiu Lawal, an assistant director in the ministry.

The “experimental fee regime,” according to Adefisayo, is in accordance with a resolution reached by ministry officials, parents, and lawmakers.

She promised that no additional fees would be charged, and that no intervention would be imposed on parents during this time.

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The goal, according to Adefisayo, is to avoid overburdening parents while also allowing for a true reflection of the new boarding school fees’ viability in the 2021/2022 academic session.

“In terms of necessary nutrition, the students’ menu list will be reviewed and standardised. Schools are also expected to incorporate locally available menu items and seasonal foods into their curriculum.
“After the second term, there will be a review to analyze the expenditures, gaps, needs, and adequacy of N35,000 per term to cater for a boarding student,” she said.

To ensure inclusive supervision, the commissioner added that representatives from parents would be included in the boarding house committees.

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JSS 2 students in Model Colleges and Upgraded Schools will resume classes on September 19, while JSS 1 students and other returning students will resume classes on October 2 and 9, respectively.

The commissioner expressed gratitude to parents for their patience and support of the state government.

All stakeholders were assured by Adefisayo that the state government was committed to providing high-quality education.