New education minister unveils agenda to tackle education challenges

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New education minister unveils agenda to tackle education challenges
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The new minister announced an agenda targeting major educational challenges, including reducing the high number of out-of-school children, updating the curriculum, and promoting STEMM.

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“We have the heavy burden of having the highest number of out-of-school children in the world; this is not good for the sustainability of the country,” he said. He added that benchmarks and monthly enrollment rate targets with the use of blueprints and KPIs would be set to ensure consistent progress.Support journalism driven by facts, created by Nigerians for Nigerians. Our thorough, researched reporting relies on the support of readers like you.He noted that the new curriculum will reflect the needs of the 21st century and the need for a strong focus on civic education.

He added that the collaboration with the institutions aims to boost programmes in specific areas and address workforce gaps, especially in the healthcare sector.The minister further outlined the government’s commitment to technical vocational education and training. He added that to further support vocational education, “the government will introduce stipends for students pursuing technical training and certify trainers to ensure quality instruction.”

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