FG To Reverse Merger Of Technical, Science Colleges

At a stakeholders’ meeting on challenges facing technical colleges, Education Minister Prof. Tahir Mamman criticized the merger of technical colleges with science colleges, arguing it undermines the original purpose of technical schools. He stressed that technical colleges should focus solely on technical education, while science programs should be handled by regular colleges. Mamman also expressed concern over the low student enrollment in technical colleges, emphasizing their role in skill development and national transformation.