The deterioration of education in Nigeria
The poor state of education in Nigeria has been recently made worse by the growing insecurity in the country. The incessant attacks on schools and kidnapping of students for ransom have led to the shutdown of many schools in some northern parts of the country. Nigeria is not getting it right as a country in […]
The poor state of education in Nigeria has been recently made worse by the growing insecurity in the country. The incessant attacks on schools and kidnapping of students for ransom have led to the shutdown of many schools in some northern parts of the country.
Nigeria is not getting it right as a country in the aspect of education considering its age.
Acquiring education is the best foundation that is provided for people to have a productive life.
However, the education system in Nigeria is unequal when compared to international standards.
Sadly, education is gradually losing its value in Nigeria.
The recent release of the JAMB cut-off marks of 140 for universities and 120 for polytechnics shows how bad education has become in Nigeria.
I think JAMB should not be giving lower cut-off marks because it will not make students competitive nationally and internationally.
Years back, polytechnics rejected those who scored 140 marks but today this is being set for universities. Where did we get it wrong?
Though being brilliant is not determined by grades, a standard needs to be kept so that students will take their education seriously.
Having 140 as a cut-off mark for universities would cause more harm to the students, if not now but in the future. This will make students lazier.
Another problem we have in our education system is insufficient government funding and lack of competent teachers, outdated education policies and their poor implementation, among others.
The government needs to rise to the occasion. It should pay more attention to education just like other sectors.
Fatima Usman is a 300 Level student of Mass Communication, IBB University, Lapai, Niger State