Nigeria must bridge education gap or miss tech revolution – Nile varsity VC

Nigeria risks falling behind in the Fourth Industrial Revolution unless urgent steps are taken to modernize its education system, the vice chancellor of Nile University, Professor Dilli Dogo, has warned. Speaking ahead of the university’s 2025 convocation, Prof. Dogo stressed that repeating the mistakes of previous industrial revolutions could have catastrophic consequences for the nation […]

Nigeria risks falling behind in the Fourth Industrial Revolution unless urgent steps are taken to modernize its education system, the vice chancellor of Nile University, Professor Dilli Dogo, has warned.

Speaking ahead of the university’s 2025 convocation, Prof. Dogo stressed that repeating the mistakes of previous industrial revolutions could have catastrophic consequences for the nation and the African continent as a whole.

Highlighting the role of universities in shaping the workforce of tomorrow, Prof. Dogo emphasized that graduates must leave school with more than just certificates—they need practical skills, mentorship, and real-world experience to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s development.

“The Fourth Industrial Revolution is not waiting for us,” he said. “Our education system must equip students to thrive in a rapidly evolving, technology-driven economy, or we risk being left behind.”

The launch of the new Nile Business School (NBS) is a direct response to this challenge, aiming to bridge the widening gap between academic training and industry needs.

According to Noel Tagoe, Dean of the NBS, research shows a stark disconnect: while 80% of academics believe their teaching is relevant, only 42% of graduates and 45% of employers agree.

“This gap between education and the world of work is exactly what we intend to address,” Tagoe noted. The Business School’s curriculum is designed to combine practical experience with mentorship, ensuring students are prepared for the demands of a modern workforce.

Prof. Dogo concluded by reaffirming Nile University’s commitment to producing graduates who are “unashamedly Nigerian in focus” but capable of leading in Africa and on the global stage. By aligning education with 21st-century skills, he said, the university is positioning the nation to actively participate in the technological revolution rather than be sidelined by it.