The government is working hard to help young people in Nigeria by building vocational schools all over the country.
The Minister of Education, Professor Mamman Tahir, recently shared this exciting news during a visit to General Murtala Muhammad College (GMMC) in Yola.
Professor Tahir explained that the government, led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, wants to make sure that Nigerian youths get a well-rounded education.
This means combining regular learning with practical skills that can help them in their lives. The goal is to secure the future of young Nigerians, allowing them to have stable incomes and valuable life skills, even if they don’t pursue higher education.
The minister expressed his happiness with the progress of the construction at GMMC Yola and urged the contractors to meet deadlines and ensure high-quality work.
He emphasized that the government is committed to bridging the gap between approved plans and actual implementation.
The vocational schools aim to provide students with skills beyond just reading and math. This way, when they finish school, they’ll not only have knowledge but also practical skills.
Even if they choose not to continue their education, they can still lead successful lives.
Professor Tahir highlighted the importance of merging knowledge with skills acquisition. He pointed out that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration prioritizes education and has been actively working to revamp the sector.
The government developed a roadmap for education, discussed it with various stakeholders, and received approval in December.
“It’s a tough program to revamp and rejig education but if you are following our activities in the last four months, there are series of programs which we undertook to revamp the sector which include the development of a roadmap on education which commences two weeks after our inauguration.
The minister shared that the government is implementing a bottom-up approach, focusing on building a strong foundation at the basic and secondary education levels.
This includes ensuring that secondary school students acquire knowledge beyond reading and math. The goal is for every student to finish secondary school with both skills and knowledge.
Professor Tahir also reassured the public about the government’s commitment to paying four months’ unpaid salary to university lecturers.
Modalities are being worked out to resolve this issue and fulfill the government’s promise. Overall, the government is determined to enhance education in Nigeria and empower its youth for a better future.
