Nigeria, Jan. 20 -- The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has approved the commencement of applications for admission into Federal Technical Colleges across the country.

Mr Alausa said education in Federal Technical Colleges will be fully funded upon admission, describing it as part of the government's commitment to human capital and skills development.

This is contained in a statement by the spokesperson for the education ministry, Folasade Boriowo.

The statement said the initiative aligns with the federal government's broader strategy to expand access to quality technical and vocational education and to equip young Nigerians with practical, employable, and industry-relevant skills.

"Admission is open to candidates aged between 13...