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A Doctorate in Computer Science from the University of the District of Columbia, in Washington, United States of America, Dr. Frances Osamor, on Wednesday lamented the poor state of the educational system in Nigeria, calling for urgent step to revamp the sector.
Osamor, who spoke to journalists in Owerri from America via a phone conversation, said the standard of education in Nigeria has reached a worrisome level.
She said, “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 called on government at all levels to prioritize funding of education and provide 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.”
