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Transforming Nigeria’s Education with Technology and Entrepreneurship

By   Milcah    Tanimu

Nigeria’s education system is at a turning point, requiring urgent reforms to meet the demands of a globalized, tech-driven world. Prof. Olu Aina, former registrar of the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB), emphasized the need for a tertiary education system that prioritizes technology and entrepreneurship as engines of development.

With outdated curricula, inadequate infrastructure, and a lack of practical skill-building, Nigeria struggles to produce globally competitive graduates. Additionally, UNESCO estimates over 20 million Nigerian children are out of school, highlighting systemic challenges.

The Role of Technology in Education

Technology offers transformative opportunities to address these challenges by:

  • Expanding access: E-learning platforms like uLesson and Tuteria bridge gaps in education for underserved areas.
  • Enhancing engagement: Smart classrooms and AI-driven tools provide personalized learning experiences.
  • Improving teaching: Digital tools reduce teacher workload while boosting teaching quality.

Advancing Entrepreneurship Education

Entrepreneurship education fosters self-reliance, job creation, and economic growth. Institutions like Covenant University have introduced entrepreneurship programs, but broader implementation is essential.

Path to Reform

To integrate technology and entrepreneurship effectively:

  1. Curriculum Reform: Introduce coding, robotics, and entrepreneurship at all levels.
  2. Teacher Training: Equip educators to integrate modern tools and foster entrepreneurial thinking.
  3. Infrastructure Investment: Build smart classrooms, innovation hubs, and digital networks.
  4. Policy Support: Increase education funding to meet global benchmarks and incentivize private sector involvement.

Countries like Singapore, India, and Estonia demonstrate the success of integrating technology and entrepreneurship into education. Nigeria can adapt these strategies to address its unique challenges and create a robust system that empowers its youth.

Transforming Nigeria’s education system through technology and entrepreneurship is critical for its future. Policymakers, educators, and stakeholders must collaborate to ensure Nigerian youth are prepared to lead and innovate in the global economy.

 

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