Education in Nigeria is a tale of potential — and problems. Millions of children are in school, but many lack access to basic learning tools. Broken classrooms, outdated textbooks, and inconsistent electricity are everyday struggles.
Frequent ASUU strikes disrupt university calendars. Underfunding affects everything from teacher salaries to infrastructure. And while private schools offer better options, they’re out of reach for most families.
But it’s not all doom.
Frequent ASUU strikes disrupt university calendars. Underfunding affects everything from teacher salaries to infrastructure. And while private schools offer better options, they’re out of reach for most families.
But it’s not all doom.
Young Nigerians are turning to online learning, coding schools, and community-driven education projects. Tech platforms like uLesson, AltSchool, and EduTAMS are making education more accessible. NGOs and volunteers are building libraries and offering free lessons in remote areas.
Nigeria has the numbers, the brains, and the drive. What’s needed now is real investment, political will, and a shift in focus — from just schooling to actual learning.
Because when we fix education, we unlock every other part of our future.
Nigeria has the numbers, the brains, and the drive. What’s needed now is real investment, political will, and a shift in focus — from just schooling to actual learning.
Because when we fix education, we unlock every other part of our future.