New UNICEF findings expose persistent weaknesses in basic education, raising fundamental questions about whether Nigeria is preparing children to pass examinations or equipping them with the knowledge, creativity and critical-thinking skills required for tomorrow's world. By Itoro Uwah | Witty Global Blogs ABUJA, NIGERIA — WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2026 Nigeria's education system is confronting a challenge that extends far beyond the number of children attending school. As governments increasingly emphasise digital literacy, technological innovation and workforce development, a more fundamental concern is emerging: Are Nigerian children receiving the quality of education necessary to become productive, independent-thinking and globally competitive adults? Recent findings published by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) suggest that Nigeria continues to struggle with foundational learning, inadequate educational financing and significant disparities in access to quali...
As the Federal Government expands digital skills training, a new report exposes a troubling disconnect between education, professional qualifications and employment opportunities in Nigeria. By Itoro Uwah | Witty Global Blogs ABUJA, NIGERIA — TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 Nigeria's ambition to build a globally competitive digital workforce is attracting renewed attention following the Federal Government's investment of approximately ₦10.5 billion in a digital training initiative targeting 32,000 Nigerians. However, a new policy report released on October 12, 2026, has raised fundamental questions about the country's ability to translate skills acquisition into sustainable employment, economic productivity and meaningful opportunities for its growing youth population. At the centre of the debate is a question that extends beyond government policy: Is Nigeria preparing its young people for the future of work, or producing another generation of qualified individuals without...