Minister issues challenges to stakeholders on solving issues in the education sector
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Education Minister Professor Tahir Manmam called on stakeholders and industry leaders to complement the government’s efforts to resolve the challenges facing the education sector.
The Minister made the call at the 35th Convocation and 76th Anniversary Ceremony of Yaba University of Technology (YABATECH), Lagos State, represented by the Director of Legal Affairs, Mrs. Ezonebi Blessing Azorbo.
Mr Manmam said the government recognized the various challenges facing the education sector, including accessibility, equity, funding, teacher development, management of educational institutions and technology in education. He said that this includes both professional and professional challenges. He further stated that he is actively working on this issue.
“It is essential to emphasize that addressing these challenges requires a collaborative effort.”
He therefore implored stakeholders to support the government through contributions to research, structural development, scholarships for underprivileged students, capacity building and employment of graduate students, adding that this partnership will be supported by the Tertiart Education Trust Fund (TETFund). It said it would significantly enhance the results promoted by institutions such as . , Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), and international development partners.
He added that the role of science and technology education in the country’s growth has been recognized and said that as the main driver, the polytechnic sub-sector occupies a central position in the country’s quest for technological development. .
“The federal government remains committed to supporting this subsector, with renewed emphasis on a 70:30 admissions ratio that simultaneously favors science and technology programs.”
He encouraged regular curriculum reviews to infuse indigenous skills through local content and promote harmonious relations with host communities.
Mr Manman congratulated the eminent persons who were awarded the Fellowship Award and called on them to work with the government to foster the development of the institution and leave an indelible mark on the institution and the nation.
The Rector of the University, Dr. Ibraheem Abdul, expressed his gratitude through the Minister of Education to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for giving him the opportunity to serve the University and the nation.
He thanked the management, staff, students, alumni, community members, security agencies and all other stakeholders for their loyalty, dedication and steadfastness.
Fellowship awards were presented to three outstanding Nigerians. They are Lady Christine Doja Otedola, Comrade Hassan Adebayo Sunmonu and Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum.
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Source: guardian.ng