The leadership of ASUU and NANShave emphasized the pressing need for a significant overhaul in the education sector, urging the government to prioritize and revitalize educational development in the upcoming year.
National President of ASUU, Emmanuel Osodeke, expressed disappointment in the lack of substantial progress within the sector over the past year, stressing the imperative for heightened political will to instigate the much-anticipated acceleration in growth and development.
Osodeke highlighted the shortfall in the proposed budget, emphasizing the necessity to align with global education standards, specifically the recommended 26 percent expenditure.
Osodeke urged the federal government to ensure the effective implementation of allocated funds for key educational projects, citing states like Enugu, Abia, and Oyo, which have set commendable budgetary percentages for education.
NANS Senate President, Akinteye Afeez, pointed out the stagnancy and persistent challenges in the education sector throughout 2023.
Afeez expressed hope that promised government policies in 2024, including initiatives such as CNG buses, increased bursaries, and budget increments, would bring about tangible improvements.
Former Minister of Education, Chinwe Obaji, drew attention to the need for intensified monitoring and evaluation of both private and government-owned institutions.
She raised concerns about exorbitant fees charged by some institutions for public examinations, emphasizing the crucial role of government oversight in ensuring quality education at all levels.
Obaji also addressed the issue of public school teachers engaging in unrelated activities, stressing the importance of collective efforts to elevate the education sector to new heights.
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