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Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has called on the Federal Government to prioritize education funding, emphasizing its critical role in national development and economic transformation. Speaking at a recent event, Obasanjo highlighted the growing challenges facing Nigeria’ s education sector, including inadequate infrastructure, poorly motivated teachers, and limited access to quality learning opportunities for millions of children.
Obasanjo expressed concern about the declining state of education in the country, describing it as a major impediment to achieving sustainable development. According to him, no nation can progress meaningfully without a strong and well- funded education system. He argued that education is the foundation upon which other sectors of the economy are built, as it equips individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to society.
” Education is the bedrock of any society’ s growth. If we want to see a better Nigeria, we must invest heavily in the education of our children and youth, ” Obasanjo stated. He urged the government to not only increase budgetary allocations to education but also ensure proper utilization of funds to address key issues plaguing the sector.
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The former president also called for a review of policies to make education more accessible and inclusive. He noted that many children, particularly in rural areas, remain out of school due to poverty, insecurity, and cultural barriers. Obasanjo advocated for targeted interventions, such as scholarships, school feeding programs, and infrastructure development, to bridge these gaps.
Obasanjo’ s remarks come amid widespread concerns about Nigeria’ s allocation of resources to education. Despite commitments made at international forums, such as the UNESCO recommendation for countries to allocate at least 15- 20% of their annual budgets to education, Nigeria continues to fall short, with education often receiving less than 10% of the national budget.
Experts have warned that underfunding education will have long- term consequences for Nigeria’ s economic growth and social stability. They argue that a poorly educated population is less likely to innovate, compete globally, or address the myriad challenges facing the country, from unemployment to insecurity.
In addition to government efforts, Obasanjo called on the private sector, civil society, and international organizations to support education initiatives in Nigeria. ” Everyone has a role to play in ensuring our children have access to quality education. This is not just a government responsibility; it is a collective effort, ” he said.
Obasanjo’ s plea serves as a timely reminder of the urgent need to prioritize education as a national policy. For Nigeria to realize its full potential and compete on the global stage, investing in education must be seen not as an option but as an imperative.
