FG Abolishes Tuition, Offers Free Meals, Stipends, and Job Guarantee for Students in Technical Colleges
By Exponent News, Akure — May 29, 2025
In a landmark move under the Renewed Hope Initiative, the Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the complete elimination of tuition and other school fees across all 33 Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) for the 2025–2026 academic session.
Starting August 2025, enrollees in these institutions will enjoy an unprecedented package of benefits: free tuition, free meals, free accommodation, monthly stipends, and a guaranteed pathway to employment or entrepreneurship after graduation. This initiative aims to revolutionize Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) nationwide.
A New Era for Technical Education
The TVET program is designed to equip students with practical, industry-relevant skills in high-demand sectors such as construction, engineering, hospitality, and healthcare. Graduates will receive dual certification: the National Technical Certificate and the National Skills Qualification Certification (NSQ) — both recognized internationally.
Key Benefits for Enrolled Students:
Free tuition for the entire 3-year program
Free meals and accommodation throughout the training period
Monthly stipends for student upkeep
Access to federal grants or loans to start a business after graduation
National and international certification for employment or self-employment opportunities
Registration Details:
Interested candidates can register at any of the 33 FSTCs nationwide.
Registration fee: ₦4,200 only
Deadline for registration: Thursday, 12th June 2025
Entrance examination date: Saturday, 14th June 2025, at 9:00 AM at selected FSTCs
Note: No late registration will be accepted
List of Participating Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs):
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This initiative reflects the federal government’s commitment to expanding access to quality technical education, reducing youth unemployment, and fostering a generation of job-ready, self-reliant graduates.
List of the 33 Federal Science and Technical Colleges in Nigeria:
*FSTC Yaba – Lagos State
*FSTC Ilesa – Osun State
*FSTC Kafanchan – Kaduna State
*FSTC Uyo – Akwa Ibom State
*FSTC Otukpo – Benue State
*FSTC Awka – Anambra State
*FSTC Jalingo – Taraba State
*FSTC Tungbo – Bayelsa State
*FSTC Doma – Nasarawa State
*FSTC Zuru – Kebbi State
*FSTC Michika – Adamawa State
*FSTC Ohanso – Abia State
*FSTC Orozo – FCT, Abuja
*FSTC Uromi – Edo State
*FSTC Aba – Abia State
*FSTC Ikare-Akoko – Ondo State
*FSTC Ahoada – Rivers State
*FSTC Lassa – Borno State
*FSTC Yauri – Kebbi State
*FSTC Otobi – Benue State
*FSTC Enugu – Enugu State
*FSTC Ikot Ekpene – Akwa Ibom State
*FSTC Usi-Ekiti – Ekiti State
*FSTC Ogugu – Kogi State
*FSTC Bwari – FCT, Abuja
*FSTC Ijebu-Imushin – Ogun State
*FSTC Sokoto – Sokoto State
*FSTC Yaba (Annex) – Lagos State
*FSTC Ilorin – Kwara State
*FSTC Garki – Jigawa State
*FSTC Kuta – Niger State
*FSTC Biliri – Gombe State
*FSTC Otukpa – Benue State.
For more information, visit the nearest FSTC or contact the Ministry of Education’s TVET office.
