Anambra Commissioner Urges Parents to Prioritize Public Schools Amid Education Cost Surge
Anambra's Education Commissioner advises parents not to compromise on quality education due to rising costs, encourages utilization of free public schooling.
Mary Nwaeze 
In the midst of rising concerns over the soaring costs of education, Anambra State Commissioner for Education, Prof Ngozi Chuma-Udeh, has issued a stern advisory to parents, urging them not to compromise the quality of their children's education due to financial constraints.
The Commissioner's counsel came in response to protests from parents of Nkisi Regent Schools in Fegge, Onitsha, who were aggrieved by fee increments imposed by the school's management. Professor Chuma-Udeh, while addressing the concerned parents, emphasized that in the current economic climate, parents should refrain from questioning private school managements about their pricing strategies to maintain educational standards.
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Highlighting the stance of the state government led by Governor Chukwuma Soludo, Prof Chuma-Udeh reiterated that the Ministry of Education would not dictate pricing policies to private institutions. However, she emphasized that the government was committed to intervening in cases where educational standards were compromised or where the welfare of students was at risk.
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Governor Soludo's recent declaration of free education in public schools across Anambra State was underscored as a pivotal step to ease the burden on parents. The Commissioner urged parents to either adhere to the fee structures of private schools, seek more affordable alternatives, or take advantage of the free education initiative in public schools.
With this directive, the Anambra State government aims to alleviate the financial strain on families while ensuring that every child has access to quality education, irrespective of their socioeconomic background.
As education costs continue to rise globally, the Anambra Commissioner's proactive stance serves as a reminder of the importance of prioritizing educational access and quality for all children, regardless of economic status.
