The Federal Government is actively exploring options to address the 18-year age limit for university admissions, according to the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman.
Speaking at the Ministerial Session of the 68th National Council on Education meeting in Abuja, Prof. Mamman acknowledged the need for flexibility in the admissions process for exceptionally talented students.
During his address, the Minister emphasized that the government recognizes the unique capabilities of some students and is committed to making exclusive provisions for their admission into tertiary institutions.
Prof. Mamman clarified that the age limit policy pertains solely to university admissions and does not affect O’level examinations.
He Mamman said, “There is a need to clarify yet again the misrepresentation on the issue of the 18 years age limit for admission to universities, which was earlier mentioned.
“The ministry was only drawing attention to the age requirement for entry into…