NUC Warns Universities Against Admitting Beyond Quota, Threatens Sanctions

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has issued a stern warning to universities in Nigeria, emphasizing its commitment to upholding regulations on admission carrying capacity. In an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), the Acting Executive Secretary of the commission, Chris Maiyaki, stressed the significance of maintaining standards within the Nigerian university education system.

Maiyaki expressed the NUC's intolerance for any university engaging in illegal practices that could compromise the quality of education. He addressed cases of over-admission, outlining potential actions the NUC could take, such as refusing to acknowledge students from violating institutions or requiring a formal reapplication process.

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Recognizing the complexities of dealing with human lives, Maiyaki highlighted the challenges faced by the NUC, distinct from agencies like NAFDAC that deal with tangible goods. He stated, "Two things can happen, either you truncate their future or explore conciliatory arbitration so as to resolve the matter."

Despite the difficulties, he affirmed the NUC's dedication to finding a balance between strict enforcement and conciliatory measures. Maiyaki highlighted past efforts in sensitizing universities and ongoing collaboration with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) to eliminate irregularities in the system.

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Expressing optimism about Nigerians' intellectual and academic credibility, Maiyaki emphasized the goal of creating a society free from lawbreakers in the education sector. He concluded by stating, "Nigerians are known for their intellectual and academic credibility, and we will continue to moderate and regulate, especially those who have the penchant for exceeding their quota."