The Federal Government has reversed its decision to remove mathematics as a compulsory requirement for tertiary admission after strong opposition from parents and teachers.
The Federal Government has reversed its earlier decision to make mathematics non-compulsory for admission into tertiary institutions, following public outrage from parents and teachers.
The reversal came days after the government announced that mathematics would no longer be mandatory for students seeking admission to study arts and humanities-related courses.
However, in a statement on Sunday, the Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, clarified that English and Mathematics remain compulsory for all O’level students.
“The Federal Ministry of Education has clarified that all students must continue to register and sit for English Language and Mathematics in their O-Level examinations,” the statement read.
Reacting, the National Parents Teachers Association of Nigeria (NAPTAN) described the earlier policy as “misguided and risky.” Its Board of Trustees Chairman, Adeolu Ogunbanjo, said, “Mathematics remains vital to all disciplines, including arts and humanities, as most professions require basic numeracy skills.”
He urged policymakers to review any reform that undermines foundational education standards.