By Musemil Abubakar
The Federal Government has reaffirmed that English Language and Mathematics remain compulsory for all students sitting for their O’Level examinations, despite recent adjustments to tertiary admission criteria.
In a statement on Sunday, the Federal Ministry of Education said the clarification followed public misinterpretation of the new admission framework.
Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, explained that the policy reform only streamlines requirements for certain tertiary courses but does not exempt students from registering or sitting for the two core subjects.
“All students must continue to take both subjects as part of their Senior School Certificate Examinations, as they remain vital to a sound educational foundation,” the ministry stated.
The government urged students, parents, and stakeholders to rely on official communication channels for accurate updates on education reforms.
