Let’s face it: graduating with a first class sounds fantastic on paper; the applause, the family flex, and those fancy LinkedIn posts and viral tweets practically write themselves. But somewhere between “I’ll start studying early” promises in the first week of resumption and “Why is the sun rising and I’m still on page 3?” the morning of
Introduction: A Broken Promise of Quality Education In July 2024, Nigeria’s higher education system faced a reckoning when the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) revoked accreditation for engineering programs at the University of Abuja, Ambrose Alli University, and Modibbo Adama University due to outdated facilities and underqualified faculty (21st Century Chronicle, 2024). This
Introduction: The Changing Value of a Degree For many Nigerians, earning a bachelor’s degree was once seen as a guaranteed ticket to success—a symbol of (often long) years of hard work and a promise of a bright, stable future. However, in today’s competitive job market, a degree alone no longer ensures financial stability or career advancement. With
Group projects are often painted as a great way to build teamwork, negotiation, and conflict management skills. In theory, they sound great, until you actually experience the chaos. If you’ve ever been assigned a group project in school, you know exactly what we’re talking about. It’s a wild ride, full of interesting people and unexpected mishaps that
Introduction: Navigating Life After School Graduating from university is a significant achievement, yet for many young Nigerians, the transition into the workforce remains a formidable challenge. Despite holding a degree, numerous graduates struggle to secure meaningful employment. In Q1 2024, Nigeria’s unemployment rate among post-secondary graduates reached alarming levels, with over 40% of young people remaining jobless.
The Current Landscape The tertiary education sector in Nigeria is beset by a range of challenges, including overcrowded classrooms, outdated curricula, limited learning resources, and a shortage of qualified educators. According to the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS), only about 10% of eligible students in Nigeria are enrolled in tertiary education, leaving a large portion of the
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