The Tertiary Education Trust Fund, TETFUND, has been praised by the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, for the implementation of the Tertiary Education Research and Application Systems, TERAS, in universities nationwide. The organization stated that this move is a crucial advancement in the effort to rejuvenate and improve Nigeria's higher education system.

According to Comrade Lucky Emonefe, the National President of NANS, the TERAS initiative is commendable as it is in line with the organization's objectives of advancing quality education, student well-being, and academic success. The efforts of TETFUND in tackling infrastructural challenges, improving academic standards, and fostering research and innovation in our tertiary institutions are highly appreciated.

Emonefe encouraged all higher education institutions to wholeheartedly adopt and execute TERAS, guaranteeing that their students reap the rewards of this groundbreaking program.

 “We encourage schools to on-board their students and provide the necessary support for the successful execution of TERAS,” Emonefe added. “This includes providing adequate infrastructure, training for lecturers, and creating an enabling environment for research and innovation to thrive.”

TERAS strives to enhance infrastructure, elevate academic standards, foster research and innovation, and prepare students more effectively for upcoming challenges.

“NANS believes that this initiative will significantly impact the education sector, leading to improved academic outcomes, increased graduate employability, and better preparedness for the workforce.

“We commend TETFUND for their commitment to transforming tertiary education in Nigeria and look forward to a successful implementation of TERAS. We also call on the government to provide the necessary support and funding to ensure the sustainability of this initiative.”