Dr. Frances Osamor, a Doctorate in Computer Science and Engineering holder from the University of the District of Columbia, in Washington, United States of America has decried the state of Nigeria’s education system.
Speaking to journalists Osamor said, “The falling standard of education in Nigeria has reached a worrisome level.”
She asserted that the “shortage of qualified teachers, inadequate educational infrastructure, and a lack of learning and technological resources have put the education system on the precipice.”
“I remain hopeful that with time, the education system in Nigeria will improve”, she added.
She advised the government to make funding education a priority and provide basic necessities like electricity, power and water.
She said, “To enhance the quality of tertiary education in Nigeria, several steps can be taken. The government should prioritize providing sufficient funding and ensuring necessities such as water, and electricity are available.
“Additionally, addressing the issue of insecurity and improving infrastructure is crucial. Reducing unnecessary bureaucratic procedures and offering better economic and financial incentives to teachers and professors will also contribute to the improvement.”
“Promoting transparency throughout the education system is essential.”
The Delta-Igbo-born US professional highlighted the effect of brain drain on the quality of Nigeria’s education.
She postulated, “I firmly believe that the majority of our professors are passionate about their profession. However, the potential mass departure of Nigerian professors from the country could have detrimental effects on the quality of education and exacerbate the shortage in tertiary institutions and the overall educational system.”