A University of Ilorin professor, Yunus Fasasi, cautioned parents against rushing their children into higher education, emphasizing the need for physical and mental maturity to cope with life’s challenges. He expressed concern about the potential consequences of admitting immature children into higher institutions and advocated for adherence to the National Policy on Education regarding admission ages. This advice aligns with the Minister of Education’s plan to review and set the minimum entry age into tertiary institutions at 18 years, aiming to ensure maturity for better self-management.
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