Private school owners in Enugu, Nigeria, protest increased taxes and levies leading to school closures.

Private school owners in Enugu State, Nigeria, are protesting against increased taxes and levies imposed by the government, which they claim have led to numerous school closures. Members of the Association of Private School Owners of Nigeria argue that fees have surged from an annual renewal of N30,000 to between N450,000 and N2.2 million, creating financial strain. They assert that the new taxation policy threatens educational access for families, highlighting the government's neglect of private schools' role in education.

October 06, 2024
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