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Freedom! FG Finally Ends Compulsory Maths for Arts Students

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If you are an Arts student who has ever cried over finding the value of 'x' or battling quadratic equations just to gain university admission, you can finally drop your pen and shout a massive 'Hallelujah'!


The Federal Government (FG) has just announced a massive, game-changing policy that affects every Nigerian student aspiring to study a course in the Arts and Humanities.


Credit Pass in Mathematics is no longer a mandatory requirement for you to enter the university or polytechnic! Yes, you read that right. The infamous barrier is officially gone.


The End of a Nightmare


For decades, the standard rule was simple: if you want to enter tertiary institution, you must have five credit passes in your WAEC or NECO, and that list MUST include both English Language and Mathematics, regardless of your course.


This rule created hell for brilliant students in Theatre Arts, History, Languages, and Philosophy whose talents lay far away from calculations and algorithms. Many saw their dreams dashed simply because they couldn't get that elusive C in Maths.

But those days are over!


What The New Policy Changes


The decision, confirmed by the Federal Ministry of Education, is a major reform aimed at making higher education more accessible to the average Nigerian.


Under the new framework:


  • Arts & Humanities Students: You now only need a credit pass in English Language and other relevant subjects specific to your chosen course. Maths credit is now optional!
  • Science & Tech Students: Sorry, no rest for the wicked! Mathematics remains 100% compulsory for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Social Science programmes.


Why the sudden change?


The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, confirmed that the government listened to the cries of students and education stakeholders.


According to him, the goal is simple: to expand access and remove unnecessary barriers without reducing the quality of education. The government realized that a credit in Maths is not necessary to become an excellent historian or a fantastic communication expert.


This move has been approved by both the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the National Examinations Council (NECO), sealing the deal for all future academic sessions.


What Does This Mean For Your JAMB?


If you are currently preparing for JAMB, this is your queue to focus your energy where it counts. While you must still write English Language (it is compulsory for everyone), you no longer have to sweat over securing a Maths credit if you are strictly aiming for an Arts course.


This is a deliberate effort to make university and polytechnic education more inclusive. It’s an official win for every student who ever felt discouraged by the ghost of simultaneous equations.


Based on reports from the Federal Ministry of Education and leading news outlets.


Is this the best educational policy the FG has introduced in years? Or do you think Maths should remain compulsory for everyone? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Let's discuss this massive news!

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