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You are unproductive- APC national chairman bombs Nigerian graduates
…says you can only blow grammar
By Kayode! Sanni-Arewa
Nigeria’s education curriculum has come under scrutiny, with the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Abdullahi Ganduje, declaring that Nigerian graduates are unproductive.
He also attributed this to the country’s high rate of joblessness to the outdated system.
Ganduje’s remarks came as Nigeria grapples with a worsening unemployment crisis, with millions of young people struggling to find decent work.
According to him, the current curriculum fails to equip students with the necessary skills to compete in the modern job market, leading to a surge in unemployment rates.Ganduje’s remarks come as Nigeria grapples with a worsening unemployment crisis, with millions of young people struggling to find decent work.
Ganduje, who spoke at the commencement of Enterprise Skills Development Training, EDET, programme for youths in Lagos, organized by the party’s National Youth Leader, Dayo Israel, in Lagos, believed that by adopting a skills-based approach, Nigeria would produce graduates who are not only theoretically sound but also practically equipped to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and societal progress.
Represented at the event by the Deputy National Chairman (South), Chief Emma Eneukwu, the immediate past governor of Kano State called for a drastic overhaul of Nigeria’s education curriculum, citing its emphasis on theoretical learning as the root cause of the country’s high unemployment rates and societal vices.
He lamented that Nigerian graduates are well-versed in English but lack practical skills, unlike their counterparts in countries like China and India, where skills acquisition is integrated into the curriculum from primary school to secondary school
He said: “In Nigeria today, our curriculum is on theories. We churn out graduates that are experts in theories but have no skills to take on entrepreneurship. Our graduates lack skills to develop anything that is going to help in the services of the society. So they end up indulging in different vices because there was no proper skill development in the tertiary institutions they attended.
“We produce graduates who are only good in speaking English but cannot embark on development of anything viable to society. They can’t boast of producing anything except speaking English.
“There’s nothing we can do to get it right except to change the curriculum. How do we change it? It is for us to include skills acquisition and practical learning in the curriculum.”
The APC chairman, however, charged the youths to rethink their approach and prioritize learning a skill while still in school, emphasizing that certification alone is not enough. He encouraged them to think outside the box, develop their skills, and become entrepreneurs, offering services to the society.
The former governor emphasized that the government cannot provide jobs for everyone, and it is up to individuals to create their own opportunities and contribute to Nigeria’s growth and development.
“If you go to the university to get the requisite education and certification but couldn’t get a white collar job, please drop it, remove the garb of arrogance and learn a skill so that you can be useful to yourself, your family and the society.
“Let us not wait on the government for jobs as there’s no job anywhere to give. Let us understand that we are the ones that will create jobs for ourselves and others. So, if you don’t have any service to offer, you will not get anywhere.
“All of us need to assist the president to change the face of this country and we will do it by learning a skill”, he stressed.
He lauded Israel for the initiative and urged participants to make good use of the opportunities to become job creators.
President Bola Tinubu has departed Galeao Air force Basa (SBGL) Airport, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Saturday, for Abuja after attending the 19th G20 Leaders Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
The President is due to arrive at the Presidential Wing of Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, at 10.00 p.m. (Nigerian time).
President Tinubu had attended the G20 Leaders summit where he endorsed the global alliance against hunger and poverty, which he said was pivotal.
The President also held bilateral talks with Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), who commended his administration’s economic reforms and their positive indicators.
He also presided over the signing of a 2.5 billion dollar Letter of Intent between the Nigerian government and the JBS S.A., a Brazilian company and one of the top three largest meat processing companies in the World.
The president was accompanied in the trip by senior government officials including the minister of foreign affairs yusuf Tuggar, the national security adviser, Nuhu RIBADU and many others.
In commemoration of this year’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the House of Representatives will lead a landmark march on Monday, November 25, 2024, along with other strategic activities as part of its unwavering commitment to eradicating gender-based violence (GBV) in Nigeria.
This was contained in a statement issued by the HoR spokesperson, Rotimi Akin, Jr on Saturday.
According to him the march, which starts at 8:00 AM, will bring together over 1,000 participants – including Representatives and members of the public – on a symbolic walk from the National Assembly to the Headquarters of the Nigeria Police Force.
This demonstration of solidarity will culminate in the submission of a petition to the Inspector General of Police, demanding decisive action to safeguard vulnerable populations and ensure accountability for perpetrators of GBV.
“This march and the associated activities are not just symbolic gestures, they reflect our resolve and call to action against gender-based violence head-on,” said Hon. Abbas Tajudeen,, Speaker of the House of Representatives.
“We stand united in the fight to protect the rights and dignity of all Nigerians, especially the most vulnerable. Together, through collective action and legislative reforms, we can build a society where safety, justice, and equality prevail.”
Beyond the march, the 10th House of Representatives in alignment with its Legislative Agenda (2023 – 2027) has outlined *key activities to sustain awareness and action throughout the 16 Days of Activism:*
1. *Sash Demonstration Ceremony* – Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Members of the House will don orange sashes, symbolising solidarity with the fight against GBV, during plenary sessions throughout the campaign period.
2. *Convergence of State Assembly Speakers* – Monday, December 9, 2024
A strategic meeting at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, will bring together Speakers of State Houses of Assembly to discuss legislative strategies for combating GBV nationwide.
3. *National Citizens’ Summit and GBV Conference 2024 -* Tuesday, December 10, 2024
This summit will conclude the 16 Days of Activism with discussions on constitutional reforms and securing endorsements for gender equality initiatives championed by the House.
The House of Representatives invites all Nigerians to *participate in this historic march on Monday, November 25, 2024.* Participants will receive orange T-shirts—the official colour of the United Nations campaign to end violence against women—symbolising hope for a future free of violence.
*Details of the March:*
• *Date:* Monday, November 25, 2024
• *Time:* 8:00 AM
• *Starting Point:* Speaker’s Car Park, National Assembly
• *End Point:* Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Headquarters
Gender-based violence continues to devastate families and communities across Nigeria. The 10th House of Representatives however, remains steadfast in driving systemic reforms, fostering collaboration, and championing accountability to address this pervasive issue.
Together, let us take a decisive stand for justice, equality, and the protection of human rights, paving the way for a safer, more equitable Nigeria.
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