Kogi State Polytechnic Rector Refutes School Fees Hike, Says No Plan To Increase Tuition

The Rector of Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja, Professor Salihu Sanusi Avidime, has dismissed reports of a planned increase in tuition fees, assuring students and parents that the institution has no intention of raising its current fees.

Prof. Avidime gave the assurance on Monday, November 2, 2026, while responding to a petition before the Kogi State House of Assembly Committee on Education.

He explained that the Polytechnic's management had maintained stable tuition rates since the beginning of his administration and remained committed to keeping education affordable.

Beyond maintaining existing rates, the Rector highlighted measures introduced to improve student welfare, including the reduction of student hostel accommodation fees by ₦5,000.

The Chairman of the House Committee on Education, Honourable Idris Aliyu Maikudi, and other committee members commended the Rector and the management for their attention to students' interests.

Hon. Maikudi explained that the meeting was organised to provide an opportunity for direct engagement with heads of tertiary institutions and obtain firsthand explanations on issues raised in petitions before the committee.

He added that the Assembly was interested in promoting cooperation between lawmakers and institutional managements to resolve concerns affecting tertiary education in the state.