Okai said Governor Usman Ododo's anti-people policy of increasing school fees will worsen the situation in public schools. He described the move as regressive and likely to further impoverish vulnerable members of society. Okai, in a statement, said instead of increasing fees, the government should prioritise improving the secondary school system by investing in critical infrastructure that is currently in a state of disrepair.
'Governor Usman Ododo’s administration’s decision is viewed as anti-people and will worsen the already challenging situation in public secondary schools in the state. The neglect of these facilities has created an unfavourable learning environment, and the new fee policy will only make it more difficult for students to access education. 'The heightened school fees will disproportionately impact the less privileged, who are already facing financial difficulties.