Abuja — September 1, 2025
Concerns are mounting over Nigeria’s struggling education system, with experts warning that the nation risks producing a generation ill-prepared for the demands of tomorrow’s job market.
Despite government interventions, the sector continues to grapple with outdated curricula, poor infrastructure, underfunding, and inadequate teacher training. Millions of children remain out of school, while those enrolled often face overcrowded classrooms and limited access to modern learning tools.
Employers have consistently lamented the widening skills gap, noting that many graduates lack the practical knowledge and digital competencies required in today’s rapidly changing global economy. Analysts warn that unless urgent reforms are implemented, Nigeria could face rising unemployment, underemployment, and a workforce ill-equipped for industries driven by technology, innovation, and global competitiveness.
Observers point to the recent unveiling of a revised national curriculum as a step in the right direction but stress that meaningful impact will depend on proper implementation, investment in teacher development, and integration of vocational and digital skills training.
With the nation’s youth population projected to be among the largest in the world by 2050, stakeholders argue that fixing the education system is no longer an option but a necessity if Nigeria is to avoid a worsening jobs crisis and harness its demographic advantage for national growth.