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Government’s New Education Plan: More Talk, Little Action

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
May 18, 2024
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Government’s New Education Plan: More Talk, Little Action
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The Federal Government announced on Saturday a grandiose multi-year plan called the Accelerated Senior Secondary Education Programme (ASSEP). This initiative claims it will overhaul school infrastructure, modernize curricula, and integrate virtual learning technologies. Stanley Nkwocha, the Senior Special Assistant to the Vice President on Media and Communications, shared this in a statement, promising significant improvements.

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Why It Matters

However, let’s be real. Despite these “minor, minor projects,” the country’s education system remains in chaos. School fees are skyrocketing, and real change is nowhere in sight.

In a statement titled “FG moves to overhaul school infrastructure, launches N’East initiative,” Nkwocha revealed that the initiative aims to bridge the educational divide, starting in the North-East region. But is this just another empty promise?

Vice President Kashim Shettima, speaking in Bauchi State, described the programme as a phased approach to upgrade secondary education through three pillars: enhancing access to tertiary institutions, imparting market-relevant skills, and upskilling teachers for new technologies like artificial intelligence. Shettima said this plan aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s vision to address the North East’s multiple issues, from security problems to stagnant human capital development.

What They Are Saying

In his address, “Bridging the Gap: Transforming Education in the North-East,” Shettima claimed they are on a noble mission to protect educational opportunities. He pointed out that the stark differences in quality of life between educated and uneducated people are clear, implying the profound benefits of education.

He also highlighted the North-East’s poor education indices, blaming a collective failure to enforce school enrolment policies and cultural resistance to formal education in the region. “We occupy bottom-most positions in education indices, reflective of our inability to enforce uniform policies on school enrolment amid persistent cultural pushback in some communities,” Shettima said.

According to the plan, ASSEP will boost high-quality instruction, promote STEM achievements, renovate crumbling classrooms, and create an enriching academic environment with initiatives like quiz competitions, exam coaching camps, and intensive teacher training. A significant part of this plan involves expanding virtual learning to supplement in-person teaching and reduce the digital divide.

The North-East Development Commission stands behind President Tinubu’s vision for the region, with promises to tackle inherited security issues and educational setbacks. The implementation will roll out in phases: addressing urgent needs first, laying the groundwork for infrastructure, and then fully scaling the program across the region.

Governor of Borno State, Prof. Babagana Zulum, speaking for the North-East governors, pledged their support for the ASSEP rollout, aligning it with their focus on improving teachers, learning outcomes, and leveraging technology. He assured that they would ensure ASSEP becomes a testament to their commitment to a functional education system.

Bottom Line

Despite all these grand promises, one can’t help but wonder: will this plan finally bring the change the education sector desperately needs, or is it just more talk with no real action?

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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