The Wrong Call
The foundation of the Nigerian education was laid down by the British. The first primary and secondary schools were founded in the country by the colonial ruler. In 1948, the University of Ibadan was set up by them where tertiary system of education was instigated. Since there Nigeria began it's journey which was based on literacy and not the competence. The issue related to the Nigerian education started with the introduction of the 6-5-1-4 system. In 1982 the Nigerian military regime replaced the old with 6-3-3-4 system. It was due to the inadequate planning the system failed. Schools which had infrastructure did not have the staff and those which had staff did no have the equipment, hence, since there was no concrete infrastructure to attract the students, the system finally lost the plot.
Where To Focus?
Nigeria needs a robust education policy that will change the fortune of the country in future. Today the country lack compact structure and research-based education policy. Let me cite an example of primary schools of Singapore where the focus of education is on English, Maths and Language. The idea is to develop maths, language, and English skill among the children. Whereas in the primary schools of Nigeria students engage to a number of courses which confound them. The Singaporean secondary education system is practical for the children well as affordable for the parents. In Singapore after 4-5 years everyone equitable to GCE exam. Besides, children have the advantage to shift after the their evaluation.I would also discuss American university education system. The U.S University education system focus on developing and changing the students to experts in varied areas ranging from linguistic to social science, art and science.
Here I have pointed about the primary and secondary education system of Singapore and University education system of USA. But why have I mentioned about these education system? Because these two education system of two different countries can help Nigeria to follow their education pattern. By adopting both the Nigeria can reform its education system.
Apart from following the above, Nigeria has to work towards certain crucial things. Nigerian primary and secondary schools lack proper infrastructure. Besides, there is the lack of modern learning techniques being followed. Besides, there is the dearth of skilled teachers. The scope for higher education is also limited. Lack of research opportunities in Nigeria has forced many students either to derail from further education or leave motherland to study abroad. Hence, it's essential to provide resolution to all the educational problems in Nigeria.
Collective Effort Is Key To Reform Nigerian Education
The government Nigeria needs to seriously work towards upliftment of the education system in the country. It can call for regular National education Conference to discuss the essentials of education and measures that will help to resolve the educational problem. In such conference every stakeholder of education should participate. The proposal for educational reform from various quarter will allow all to collectively work with the best idea for enhancement of education in the country.
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