EDUCATION SYSTEM IN NIGERIA ( Part 1)
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Education is considered to be the bedrock for civilization, it is also pertinent to note that no nation can rise above the quality of it's education system
Nigeria as a nation is really struggling to keep up with the 21st century education system due to corruption and inconsistent policies. The lack of all inclusive education policies, outdated curriculum and poverty in Nigeria has limited education in Nigeria and thus can even be said to be the reason for the increased in the number of our out-of-school children in the country.
Basic Education level in Nigeria starting from primary is free and compulsory in most states, for the secondary level it is free in most states in Nigeria and also compulsory. However, even with the free and compulsory education, some children are not in school because their parents are unable to either provide the basic things needed to start, For some, due to unavailability of schools within their premises, they cannot convey their children to the only school, closest to them.
Another major factor limiting education growth in Nigeria is tribal and cultural factors. In some part of Nigeria, it is still common to see culture practices that limit children especially the female genders from either starting school or furthering their studies, to some of them, it is believed that the female will definitely end up in the kitchen and so theres no need investing in their education. Secondly due to early marriage practices, there are serious limitations to education for the female children in some regions in the country.
From obvious statistics, this cultural practices affects more of the females there by increasing the numbe ofr female children who are out of school. Hence we can deduce that we have more boys in school than girls and you are likely going to have more male children furthering their studies up to university level.
These factors raise a serious concern and need for the government and organizations to do more enlightenment and policies that will abolish these cultural practices and encourage parents to push their wards irrespective of gender to the highest level of educational attainment.
It turns out that in Indonesia, especially in rural areas, similar cases still occur. Economic factors, limited access to schools, and cultural norms that restrict girls remain major challenges in education. In fact, education should be accessible to all children regardless of their background or gender
Yes, I think most countries faces this too . And the causative factors should be addressed constructively.
Over here in Nigeria we are trying our best to.
If you are a teacher in Indonesia or you know of any. Let me know, I wouldn't mind hosting you in one of my online show on Facebook, so we address it and create more awareness
Apart from gender being a factor to the limitation of education, some of these children aren't ready to lend. They go with popular saying "school na scam". In as much as the government have their blame, parents also have some educational drilling to do on their children, especially those who have the luxury of being educated but choose not to. This piece was a good read.
Yes you are very correct.
I think I addressed that "school na scam" stuff in one of my write up here.
Seriously parents still have a part to play.
Thanks for reading..