The flagbearer of the NDC, 's promise to implement a no-fee stress programme, which would abolish academic fees for level 100 students, has sparked varied opinions among the public. According to academic experts, the policy is not feasible. While some argue that its success could significantly enhance access to higher education, they caution that it could negatively impact the educational system and employment landscape. First-year tertiary students, who would be most affected by this initiative if implemented, expressed their sentiments on the challenges the policy could face, as well as the potential advantages it could bring to their academic journey. Speaking exclusively to GhanaWeb TV, one of the first-year students citing challenges said "that's going to be a problem because free SHS came and we thought it will help Ghana but see, teachers are complaining they are not being paid, coupled with school feeding issues.