The House of Representatives has approved a bill that will remove the long-standing dichotomy between BSC and Higher National Diploma in employment.
The House, in a committee of the whole, considered the report and approved the recommendation, awaiting third reading and final passage.
The bill stipulates a fine of N1 million for anybody or institution in the country to go against the provisions of the law.
The dichotomy between first degree and HND has been on the front burner of national discourse for a long time especially when it comes to employment.
The bill will put an end to “all forms of discriminations and or dichotomy between first degree and Higher National Diploma for the purpose of employment, transfer of service, the conversation of cadre, career progression, promotion and in other related issues in the public and private sectors of the Nigerian economy.”
It adds: “No person, authority, entity (body or corporate) on whatsoever name called shall discriminate and or undertake any action in any form whatsoever which is construed as and or intended to give any preferential treatment in favour of and or against holders of the first degree or the Higher National Diploma.”
It said further that any person or entity in the public and private sector who contravene the provisions of the bill commits an offence and shall be liable to a fine of N1 million or a fine of two years.
“Holders of the first degree and the Higher National Diploma shall be given equal treatment and opportunity in career placements, career progression, admission to further studies and privileges whatever in consideration of status as graduates of Nigeria tertiary institutions of higher learning,” the bill adds.
The House is expected to read the bill the third time at a later date to pave the way for harmonisation between the Senate version which was passed earlier.
The bill stipulates a fine of N1 million for anybody or institution in the country to go against the provisions of the law.
The dichotomy between first degree and HND has been on the front burner of national discourse for a long time especially when it comes to employment.
The bill will put an end to “all forms of discriminations and or dichotomy between first degree and Higher National Diploma for the purpose of employment, transfer of service, the conversation of cadre, career progression, promotion and in other related issues in the public and private sectors of the Nigerian economy.”
It adds: “No person, authority, entity (body or corporate) on whatsoever name called shall discriminate and or undertake any action in any form whatsoever which is construed as and or intended to give any preferential treatment in favour of and or against holders of the first degree or the Higher National Diploma.”
It said further that any person or entity in the public and private sector who contravene the provisions of the bill commits an offence and shall be liable to a fine of N1 million or a fine of two years.
“Holders of the first degree and the Higher National Diploma shall be given equal treatment and opportunity in career placements, career progression, admission to further studies and privileges whatever in consideration of status as graduates of Nigeria tertiary institutions of higher learning,” the bill adds.
The House is expected to read the bill the third time at a later date to pave the way for harmonisation between the Senate version which was passed earlier.
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Tbh, I actually like the disparity between the two
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DeleteIt'll be nice to read your reason/s. Kindly share.
I am also sincerely interested in her reason(s)
DeleteGood but how about those that want to use their HND for masters abroad
ReplyDeleteJust like the 14 years for gays right?
ReplyDeleteThe laws in Nigeria only has teeth to bite the poor. chikina
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Lmao 🤣
DeleteI pray it takes effect this time around in Jesus Name, Amen!
ReplyDeleteI hope bodies involved will honour and respect bill
ReplyDeleteIt's high time. I remember some years back, I wanted to help a friend with HND submit a CV in one of the banks HO in V/I, I was told at the entrance that they don't need an HND holder but a Bsc. Right there I change my mind from proceeding to do my HND at Yabatech (I've already purchased the form), had to wait till I got admission to unilag for my Bsc. I really felt bad that day.
ReplyDeleteThe only way it would work is if the name is changed from HND to B.tech, else na wash.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you BB... Changing the name to B.tech alongside this move is better. The stigma attached to the degree is just too much. A total haul will do more good
DeleteMy thought too.. The discrimination is too much.
DeleteWow! This is good news.
ReplyDeleteGood news ... I hope it will be honored this time around
ReplyDeleteThe only place this would be implemented is in the civil service sorry.
ReplyDeleteIs HND not a diploma again?. Something you do before university. Hian
ReplyDeleteAnon 16:52 so you spend 6 years studying a course before going to the university? Where have you seen a cumulative 6years diploma course in the world? Na wa oooo
DeleteThere's a reason this issue existed. Can anyone entitle us on why the dichotomy existed in the first place?
ReplyDeleteValid question.
DeleteOn paper but there will always be discrimination and bias towards the HND
ReplyDeleteI dont even understand. Someone saw diploma, saw BSc, and chose diploma. Only to come out complaining that people said they wanted one or the other.
ReplyDeleteAnon Dee where have you seen an HND holder say they decided to go for HND instead of BSC? Is it not the system that doesn't give admission that leads most to get OND while even still applying for University admission. Most of the HND holders further apply with their OND to begin 200lv in uni so as to get BSC but only few get admission. You just open your mouth wa! 🙄🙄 Who go see fire put hand? Alot of people are still waiting university admission for over 5 years now. This isn't because they are unintelligent but Nigeria academic system happens should they keep sitting at home? Mbok speak on topics you are certain of only! This Hnd and BSC matter they quick vex me
DeleteMay God bless you abundantly @Cute Isoko bar💓
DeleteYou must be a silly chap. Yes. I have people around me who never applied to the university but straight up to ond. I know people who went straight to NCE. Until the name is changed, a diploma is still a diploma anywhere in the world. Keep vexing, keep wailing.
Delete@anon dee I can see you are a roaming dullard. If you aren't you will know that equating the people around you who decided to go for OND to the multitude who went because they have no option is absurd. How many people do you have around you that decided to just go for a diploma? Your fellow Dullard's right? Well champion of the dullards, HND is a BSC equivalent. I bet your dull brain doesn't know that. Also, there are institutions abroad that accepts HND certifications for MSC. Oh yes! Well I am not going to school a very dull-Dee like you... Have a day as dull as your brain.
DeleteP.s - You called for this response and here it is at your service. Polytechnics exist all around the world. Do your research dull MOFO!
Anne K, God bless you too ❤❤❤
DeleteLmao. Keep vexing , keep wailing. Champion of the majority of the dullards who couldn't pass their Jamb. Keep vexing , keep wailing.
Delete@anon dee 🤣🤣🤣 if I couldn't pass my Jamb I won't be working comfortabling from home and running a successful soon to be global business that will fend for your entire generation. Well, you that did pass your jamb how far? Highest-grossing jambite who doesn't know what a diploma is🤣... I say the truth and your dull brain imagines she has an HND and didn't pass her jamb that's why? 🤣🤣🤣.. I like how dull you are because it is just what you need to remain where you are - the gutter that suites you.
DeleteP.s try and check up on the synonym of dullard instead of reiterating your unintelligent thought with my words. Oh, I forgot your BSC third-class ass can't get a word. Can it? Wait a minute, you were given botanical science to study because you couldn't deliver in Utme after the wholesome payment right? Maybe it's another dull-dee😊.
Anyways, move along with the balderdash you keep vomiting (shu shu 🦆..). You have a lot of learning to do and I certainly do not give free lectures.
Be informed that I have a lot of time to answer your lame mind. Remember I work for myself and dictate my time. If you want to remain a fly,try to keep it formal hence your life will be in the gutter if you dare open your cow dung invested mind at me. 😊🍷
Whatever
ReplyDeleteThis Bsc/HND dichotomy does not exist in technical department of most multinational production companies. You are rated, promoted and accessed by performance.
ReplyDeletePresently and in summary, This is the unofficial ranking and roles of Nigerian certificates.
1. BsC 1st class > Greater than any other certs. (Managers, Directors)
2. Bsc 2nd class upper == Equivalent to HND distinction. (Managers, senior supervisors)
3. HND Upper credit > Greater than Bsc 2nd class lower. (Junior managers,Supervisors, Field engineers, operations etc)
4. Bsc 2nd class lower == HND Lower credit
(Officers, Field, operatives, shop officers, admin, etc)
5. Bsc 3rd class or Bsc pass = HND pass (same as 2nd class lower roles)
EXPERIENCE, TRAININGS, NEGOTIATION SKILLS, POLITICS, LUCK And CONNECTION can make you go higher than the category where ur certificate fall into.
If our government want to work it out, let them convert all HND awarding institution to award BTech.
Great people didn't become great cos they had Bsc or PhD. They grew cos they worked hard, were determined and lucky too.
Nigerians always look for ways to discriminate against another person of different tribe, religion, sex, educational background, ranks, church denomination, physical appearance etc.
BTW, I have HND due to admission issues and lack of connection. But I promise to end my career as Chairman and owner of Many industries and servicing firms with my MBA certificate.
OSCAR EFOGHE
BV Osmoses.
This really hurt, my colleague who has BSC in earning 10K above me because of the above shit. But on the job nah, she is not close to me, is it is waiting for me to come send send an official mail which she obviously knows when she type it will fill of errors etc.
ReplyDeleteWhat really hurt me, our line manager knows, and will direct all the mails for me to attend to,I cant wait to resign on the job so that her yansh will be open wah.
Anon 9.46 your office should be a bank that was how my sister was treated in Ecobank even if she got Bsc she was never converted.
Deletevery welcome development. The scheme of service needs to be reviewed to reflect this though before civil servants will actually start feeling the effect. At the moment they cannot rise to level 17 which is the highest grade in the civil service.
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