The Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, has called on African nations to prioritize the transformation of their education systems.
Speaking at the ongoing 2024 West and Central African Research and Education Network (WACREN) Conference in Abuja, on Thursday, Prof Mamman emphasised the importance of research and education in driving sustainable development and highlighted the need for African nations to address challenges in their educational systems.
“As we gather here today, we are reminded of the transformative power of collaboration and innovation in ensuring equity and inclusivity and adapting to the desecration, dialogue, and evolving global landscape,” Prof Mamman stated.
He also called for collective efforts to advance education and research in West and Central Africa, recognizing the potential for innovative minds and scholarly endeavours to provide solutions to pressing issues.
The minister also highlighted the Federal Ministry of Education’s roadmap to transform the educational system of Nigeria under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, expressing optimism about the future of the country’s education sector and calling for support from stakeholders across the African continent.
In addition, the Acting Executive Secretary of the National Universities Commission (NUC), Mr. Chris Maiyaki, emphasised the need for proactive, innovative, and forward-thinking approaches to teaching, learning, and research.
He highlighted the importance of preparing higher education and research communities for the challenges and opportunities ahead, calling for engagement in thought-provoking discussions, sharing best practices, and exploring innovative solutions to common challenges.
The conference, themed; “Forging Future High Education and Research Communities,” aims to foster collaboration and innovation in education and research across the region.
