FG Pledges to Restore Teaching Profession’s Prestige, Revamp Curriculum

The Federal Government has reaffirmed its commitment to restoring the dignity of the teaching profession and overhauling Nigeria’s education curriculum to align with 21st-century demands.

This was disclosed by the Minister of Education, Moruf Alausa, during a colloquium themed “The Future of Africa”, organised to mark the 80th birthday of former Education Minister, Prof. Tunde Adeniran, at the University of Ibadan’s International Conference Centre on Thursday.

Represented by the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ibadan, Prof. Kayode Adebowale, Alausa highlighted the government’s focus on equipping young Nigerians with critical thinking, innovation, and entrepreneurial skills.

“The future demands decisive action in four key areas: curriculum revolution, investment in teacher quality, access and inclusion, and education infrastructure. Our goal is to produce graduates who are not just job seekers but job creators,” he said.

The minister further emphasised the need to prioritise science, technology, engineering, the arts, mathematics, and medical sciences, while ensuring teachers are well-trained, technologically adept, adequately remunerated, and valued.

Speaking with journalists after the event, Prof. Adeniran described the colloquium as an opportunity to reflect on Nigeria’s challenges and prospects. He stressed that the country’s natural and human resources remain largely untapped, calling for strategic action to secure a better future.

Dignitaries at the event included Ambassadors Akinyemi Bolaji and Yemi Farounbi; UI Vice Chancellor Prof. Kayode Adebowale; Prof. Ben Obi; Prof. Ayo Fadahunsi; Emeritus Prof. Michael Omolewa; Prof. Oserheimen Osunbor; Prof. Hassan Saliu; and Prof. Jerry Ugokwe.