Parents are grappling with the difficult task of securing enough money to cover their children’s education as the new school year begins in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
For many of them, the start of a new academic session for basic and secondary schools brings more anxiety than excitement, as financial limitations overshadow their hopes for their children’s schooling.
The country’s economic realities have placed considerable strain on parents’ ability to provide quality education for their children.
Rising inflation and the high cost of living have reduced disposable income, making it increasingly challenging to meet the financial demands of tuition, books, uniforms, and other school-related expenses.
Also, widespread unemployment and underemployment have left many households without a stable income, forcing parents to either delay or forgo their educational commitments to their children.
