[13], A maximum of nine grades are assigned to each subject from: A1, B2, B3 (Equivalent to Distinctions Grade); C4, C5, C6 (Equivalent to Credit Grade); D7, E8 (Just Pass Grade); F9 (Fail Grade). [38] Many academics have concluded that an overall lack of funding and centralization has significantly hindered the quality, funding, and implementation of literacy programs for both school age children and adults. INTRODUCTION. The importance of Education in Nigeria cannot be overemphasized. The country has a total number of 153 universities registered by NUC among which federal and state government own 40 and 45 respectively while 68 universities are privately owned. [21], See also: List of Universities in Nigeria. The respondents under the study were 100 residents of Lagos state, Nigeria. To this end, many academics have questioned if politicians are attempting to intentionally subjugate the working class through a lack of educational breadth. During that time, UNICEF and its partners worked hard to help ensure childre, Thousands of conflict-affected youths in Borno are receiving literacy, numeracy and vocational skills. See how UNICEF is supporting the Government of Nigeria to improve immunization coverage and provide access to quality healthcare. Provide functional literacy and continuing education for … The expected outcome of the programme is that all children access and complete quality education, within a safe learning environment, gaining the skills and knowledge for lifelong learning. The Yaba College of Technology was established as the first tertiary school in Nigeria in 1947. [8], Before 1976, education policy was still largely shaped by the colonial policy of the British Colonial Period. Appraisal Report. Five of these universities were established between 1948 and 1965, following the recommendation of the Ashby Commission set up by the British Colonial Government to study the necessity of university education for Nigeria. The system of education in use today in Nigeria is the Universal Basic Education (UBE) also known as the 9-3-4 system which was introduced to replace the 6-3-3-4 system of education. Historically, universities are divided into several tiers. More teachers have core knowledge and competencies to use proven teaching methodologies to deliver appropriate quality education. [citation needed], The National Examination Council is another examination body in Nigeria; it administers the Senior Secondary School Examination (SSCE) in June/July. Fact sheets on UNICEF Nigeria's Education, Health, HIV/AIDS, Nutrition, Child protection and WASH programmes, Statement by UNICEF Nigeria Representative Peter Hawkins on the attack on Government Science College in Kagara, Niger State. [29] These universities are fully funded by the federal government. [34] Vocational education is now available to students in Nigeria beginning at the secondary level, and the Nigerian government has declared its dedication to improving technical and vocational education through a number of commissions and programs. [36] One study regarding the involvement of the national government in education and literacy programs concluded that the high illiteracy rates in Nigeria were significantly related to the government's lack of commitment towards its standardized education policies.[6]. Six years of elementary school is followed by six years of secondary school. [33] As it stands now, students in Nigeria can pursue either a National Technical Certificate or an Advanced National Technical Certificate. Getting out-of-school children back into education poses a massive challenge. In 1976, the Universal Primary Education program was established. These programs and structures are difficult to study and assess unanimously as they are decentralized and unique in their missions and practices. The British Colonial interest began when there was an Between 2012 and 2018, the share of federal budget invested on education … CHAPTER ONE. The local authorities take responsibility for implementing state-controlled policy regarding public education and state schools. “The ‘Two-way Pull’ and the Establishment of University Education in British West Africa.”, This page was last edited on 5 February 2021, at 17:24. CS1 maint: DOI inactive as of January 2021 (, General Certificate of Education Examination, "Education System in Nigeria and How Far We Have Gone: A brief History : Study Driller", "Knowledge and Certificate based System: A Critical Analysis of Nigeria's Educational System", "The Political Will and Quality Basic Education in Nigeria", "Thousands of pupils skip primary 5 and 6 to JSS1", "National Policy of Education in Nigeria", "Universal Basic Education in Nigeria - Centre for Public Impact", "Universal Basic Education Commission | Home", "About UBEC. In 2018, the expenditure on education in Nigeria amounted to seven percent of the total Federal budget. Private secondary schools in Nigeria tend to be quite expensive with an average fees ranging from two hundred and fifty thousand naira to one million naira ($652.00 – $2600.00) annually. [13], On 3 February 2021 the Nigerian Universities Commission approved additional 20 Universities[31] which has now made 99 approved Private Universities in Nigeria, which also included Mewar University promoted by Adhyay International making it first Indian owned University of Nigeria to be established in the Nasarawa State of Nigeria, Within education in Nigeria, vocational training and informal education dominate as the central forms of sharing regionally specific knowledge. UNICEF, 2007. Ajayi, J. F. A., Lameck, K. H. Goma and G. Ampah Johnson. [13], Students with required documents[25] typically enter university from age 17-18 onwards and study for an academic degree. "[20] This definition is used by publications including The Economist. In some study programs, many of the universities may require higher grades to get admission. The aim of this blog is to bring to the people the latest Education news in Nigeria and from around the world. Office, Nigeria Country. six years in primary school; three years in secondary school; three years in senior secondary school; four years in tertiary/university education; In 2010, 8.73 million elementary school-aged children did not participate in education at all. Minister of Education Adamu Adamu with the Belgian Ambassador to Nigeria Mr Dnel Bertrand during a courtesy visit on the Minister today in his office in Abuja. Nigeria has a federal system of government with 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory of Abuja. A positive correlation exists between the enrollment of girls in primary school and the gross national product and life expectancy. Federal colleges. [5][6] Currently, Nigeria possesses the largest population of out-of-school learning youths in the world. And it was not surprising it became a melting pot for all Nigerians seeking higher education and better career opportunities. The Nigerian government has missed its April deadline to declare a state of emergency in education. [32] Administration of vocational education in the country is overseen by the National Board for Technical Education. ", Ogunlade, Festus O. It was followed by the establishment of the University of Ibadan in 1948. Senior Secondary curriculum is based on 4 core subjects completed by 4 or 5 elective subjects. Because of this correlation, enrollment in schools represents the largest component of the inves African Development Fund. However, the college ranking of these institutions have since dropped because of the arrival of some privately-owned institutions. In late March 2020, the UNICEF office in Nigeria received a GPE grant of US$140,000 to support the Ministry of Education with preparing a COVID-19 education strategic framework on continuity of learning. These apprenticeships are instrumental in instilling the skills involved with a specific trade, but they also instill a commitment to community values including: patience, determination, and respect. In past years, schools and other vocational institutions have collapsed due to … [41] Overall, the informal education system in Nigeria can be described as nuanced and complicated. See how UNICEF is supporting the Government of Nigeria to provide access to clean water for children. Nigeria Education in Emergencies Working Group (EiEWG)1 The Nigeria Education Working Group (EiEWG) is based in Maiduguri, coordinated centrally by a team of coordination specialists. Medicine (Vet/Human) degrees take 6 Years and have longer sessions during the year. Gender, like geography and poverty, is an important factor in the pattern of educational marginalization. [40] From a psychological perspective, much of the informal education of adults is based on western research regarding psychology and social sciences. Our region had everything going well educationally. Children in humanitarian situations have timely and sustained access to quality education services. 1.1 Background to the Study Our programme advocates for education to be prioritised and targets children who are least likely to receive an education. [citation needed] Private schools also offer computer science, French, and Fine Arts. With children under 15 years of age accounting for 45% of the 171 million population, the burden on education has become overwhelming. [16], The Federal Republic of Nigeria is made up of thirty-six States and the Federal Capital Territory and there are about two Federal Government Colleges in each state. After an overview on education participation, completion rates, and literacy rates, this dossier presents data on primary and secondary education. According to UNICEF statistics on Education in Nigeria: “Nigeria’s population growth has put pressure on the country’s resources, public services, and infrastructure". Objectives of Non-formal Education The Federal Republic of Nigeria (2004) outlined the goals of mass literacy, adult and non-formal education to include: a. Within the states, there are 744 local governments in total.Education is administered by the federal, state and local governments. [36] The failures to properly implement a national approach to worker's education has roots in the political instability of the country. The most significant plan for improvement was the Master Plan for 2001-2010 for the Development of the National Vocational Education system developed by the Federal Ministry of Education in 2000. This is a list of approved federal colleges of education in Nigeria. Formal and informal literacy education in Nigeria received a significant boost under the colonial rule of Britain, but since independence in 1960, educational funding across the board has been lacking. Candidates with minimum of Merit Pass in National Certificate of Education (NCE), National Diploma (ND) and other Advanced Level Certificates minimum qualifications with minimum of 5 O/L Credits are given direct entry admission into the appropriate undergraduate degree programs. [20] ISC defines an 'international school' in the following terms "ISC includes an international school if the school delivers a curriculum to any combination of pre-school, primary or secondary students, wholly or partly in English outside an English-speaking country, or if a school in a country where English is one of the official languages,offers an English-medium curriculum other than the country’s national curriculum and is international in its orientation. Due to gender-based biases, girls’ education is not valued as much as boys. [13], As of January 2015, the International Schools Consultancy (ISC)[19] listed Nigeria as having 129 international schools. Even though primary education is officially free and compulsory, about 10.5 million of the country’s children aged 5-14 years are not in school. [39] These programs have achieved varying levels of success with the primary challenge being that funding is difficult to come by. They are the unsung heroes of this pandemic. “Education and Politics in Colonial Nigeria: The Case of King’s College, Lagos (1906–1911).”, Whitehead, Clive. See how UNICEF is supporting the government of Nigeria to promote positive behaviour and social change integral to development programmes. [11] Financing Education. One such example is the Centre of Excellence for Literacy and Literacy Education (CELLE), an NGO committed to accelerating national development through literacy education. Nigerian students spend. Education in Nigeria is poorly funded. [26], The history of university education in Nigeria can be traced to the Elliot Commission of 1943,[27] which culminated in the establishment of University College, Ibadan in 1948.[28]. Higher education in Nigeria follows the three-tier degree structure – bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral-level studies. (2002). [17] These schools are funded and managed directly by the Federal Government through the Ministry of Education. Women can now been seen in various high-profile careers. Ensuring educational provision in predominantly rural areas and the impact of insurgency in the northeast present significant challenges. Federal Republic of Nigeria, 2005. Altogether, the students must spend a minimum period of six years in Secondary School. [13], The Federal Government policy on education is adhered to by all secondary schools in Nigeria. [7] Students spend six years in primary school and graduate with a school-leaving certificate. It became imperative and urgent for some State Governments to invest in the establishment of Universities. One in every five of the world’s out-of-school children is in Nigeria. Between 1970 and 1985, 12 additional universities were established in various parts of the country.[13]. The body also administers the General Certificate of Education Examination (GCE) in December/January. See how UNICEF is supporting the Government of Nigeria to respond to emergencies especially in northeast Nigeria. Olawale Rotimi can be reached via [email protected] or +2348105508224 In addition, certificate and diploma programs are offered at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. 6-3-3-4 system of education in Nigeria. First year entry requirements into most universities in Nigeria include: Minimum of SSCE/GCE Ordinary Level Credits at maximum of two sittings; Minimum cut-off marks score in Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) entrance examination of 180 and above out of a maximum of 400 marks are required. [43] Rapid socioeconomic development of a nation has been observed to depend on the calibre of women and their education in that country. [32] Child Labour laws prevent children younger than 15 from entering the workforce, but children less than 15 years of age may legally procure apprenticeships. In these States, at least 802 schools remain closed and 497 classrooms are listed as destroyed, with another 1,392 damaged but repairable. "Why Governments should Invest More to Educate Girls" World Development, Vol. [37], Informal modes of education have formed a foundation for tertiary education in Nigeria for many years and are still at play today. [13] Some state-owned secondary schools are regarded as elite colleges because of the historically high educational standard and alumni who have become prominent citizens and successful in various careers. [4] Regional differences in quality, curriculum, and funding characterize the education system in Nigeria. In the north of the country, the picture is even bleaker, with a net attendance rate of 53 percent. But, in the national proposal presented to the National Assembly, only 7.04& of 8.6 trillion of 2018 budget was allocated to education. In Nigeria, about 10.5 million children are not in school even though primary education is officially free and compulsory. Three to six months after a student has taken the SSCE examination, they are issued an official transcript from their institution. Nigeria accounts for more than one in five out-of-school children anywhere in the world. Women participation in education has been on increase, several motivations are employed by NGO, local, state, and federal government to encourage more women in education. [39] Informal education has also aimed at addressed issues other than illiteracy. This program faced many difficulties and was subsequently revised in 1981 and 1990. Master’s d… The report revealed new data that girls in Nigeria faced distinct gendered impacts during the pandemic, with over 50 per cent of girls receiving no help to continue education during school closures. The GCE is conducted in October/November as a supplement for those students who did not get the required credits from their SSCE results. Livsey, Timothy. Despite large support for investment in adult literacy and vocational programs, small groups of politicians and funding challenges have stalled the implementation of many literacy and vocational programs. Though nine years of education are basic, free and compulsory under Nigeria’s Universal Basic Education programme, almost a third of children of primary school age are not in class. 30 No.2 Pp 207 – 225. Parents and communities have improved knowledge and commitment to contribute to enrolling children at the right age in quality learning in safe and protective school environments. This population is in need of this education as inmates are not exposed to the standard methods of TV and print media campaigns addressing the issue. Women in Nigeria have had various challenges in order to obtain equal education in all forms of formal education in Nigeria. A positive correlation exists between the enrollment of girls in primary school and the gross national product and increase of life expectancy. United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) recommends that 26% of the nation’s budget should be allocated to the educational sector. [24] The names of the universities that got licenses in Abuja included, Augustine University, Ilara, Lagos; Chrisland University, Owode, Ogun State; Christopher University, Mowe, Ogun State; Hallmark University, Ijebu-Itele, Ogun State; Kings University, Ode-Omu, Osun State; Michael and Cecilia Ibru University, Owhrode, Delta State; Mountain Top University, Makogi/Oba Ogun state; Ritman University, Ikot-Epene, Akwa- Ibom State and Summit University, Offa, Kwara State. [44] That being said, there are still many challenges preventing gender equality in the Nigerian education system. Teachers in state-owned institutions usually have a National Certificate of Education or a bachelor's degree, but this is not always the case as many secondary schools in Nigeria are filled with unqualified teachers who end up not being able to motivate their students, these schools are often understaffed due to low state budgets, lack of incentives and irregularities in payment of staff salaries. In June 2016 President Muhammadu Buhari introduced a school-feeding programme to boost school enrolment. [13], Students spend six years in Secondary School, which is 3 years of JSS (Junior Secondary School), and 3 years of SSS (Senior Secondary School). What region you live in also plays an important factor in education. Education — In Nigeria, education inequality is a major issue. 2 Pp 325 – 355. The study findings revealed that Covid-19 pandemic has significant impact on education in Nigeria; based on the findings from the study, schools need resources to rebuild the loss in learning during the pandemic. 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In northeast Nigeria, at least 496 classrooms have been destroyed and 1,392 classrooms have been damaged but repairable. Nigeria is the most populous black nation with almost 168 million people, 30 million of which are students. Although, education is supposed to be free in the majority of the state-owned institutions, students are required to purchase books, uniforms and pay for miscellaneous things costing them an average of fifty thousand naira ($130) in one academic year. This transcript is valid for one year, after which an Official transcript from the West African Examination Council is issued. Education System in Nigeria. The third generation universities were established between 1980 and early 1990 to address special areas of Technological and Agricultural demand response to a nationally acclaimed need for skilled manpower. This education system was more readily accepted in the south. There is a significant bias against female involvement in specific academic disciplines, with studies showing the existence of sex-based stereotyping of students by teachers in secondary schools. Universal Basic Education Commission", "6-3-3-4 & 9-3-4 System of Education in Nigeria: All You Need Know", "Full list of Federal Unity Schools in Nigeria", "CONFUSION IN EDUCATION: 9-3-4, 6-3-3-4, 1-6-3-4, British, American or which curriculum? Nigeria About Blog school talk.com.ng is a website owned, designed and managed by Nwafada Media. [13], The General Certificate of Education Examination (GCE) was replaced by the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE). The West African Examination Council (WAEC) administers both exams. This dossier provides data on education in Nigeria. This early activity was concentrated within the Lagos area (Badagry and Abeokuta) with little effort beyond. This work will be achieved by creating an enabling environment for education, improving the quality of education, increasing demand for education, and humanitarian assistance, including through ensuring: The education system at federal and state levels has strengthened capacities to deliver quality basic education. Administration of these certificates is overseen by the National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB). For example, Social Sciences/Humanity related courses are 4 Years, I.C.T related courses are 4 years, Engineering/Technology related courses are 5 Years, Pharmacy courses are 5 Years, and Law courses are 5 Years, each with two semester sessions per year.