Nigerian university reform is vital in order to promote constructive transformation inside the nation, according to Apostle Emmanuel Nuhu Kure, the leader of the Throneroom Ministry. During a public talk at Kaduna State University (KASU), he emphasised that academic institutions have to prioritise research and locally-sourced solutions, motivating students to make a positive effect on their communities beyond graduation. In order to prepare its students for long-term success, he also asked KASU to make clear its driving ideology. In addition to bemoaning Nigeria’s current condition of poverty, Kure condemned the nation’s self-centred founding principles and advocated for a shift in national focus.
He challenged the administration of President Bola Tinubu to present specific plans for tackling Nigeria’s problems as opposed to vacuous platitudes. Kure additionally cautioned that Nigeria is steadily losing its goodwill and voiced concerns about the absence of receptive leadership. He pushed pupils to rethink how they approach Education and strive to leave a lasting legacy. Kure’s statements were endorsed by the Deputy Vice Chancellor of KASU, who spoke on behalf of the Vice Chancellor and encouraged the attendees to apply the insights gained to enhance the educational system. In recognition of Kure’s services to Nigerian education, a plaque was given to him.
Students should be taught entrepreneurial skills.
In his appeal for changes in Nigerian colleges, Apostle Emmanuel Nuhu Kure focusses on two main points: first, universities should work on solving local problems, and second, students should be reoriented towards community effect. Kure emphasises that Nigerian universities ought to coordinate their research endeavours with the requirements of the communities they serve. By concentrating on topics that are relevant to everyday life, students can bridge the knowledge gap between academic theory and practical application by developing solutions that enhance the quality of life in their immediate surroundings.
By using creative, domestic solutions to solve regional issues, this strategy will not only improve student learning but also advance national development. Universities can be proactive in addressing societal concerns such as food security, healthcare, and Unemployment by forming connections with local firms, developing entrepreneurial skills, and involving students in initiatives that directly address these issues. A few Nigerian colleges have already started these kinds of projects. The University of Ibadan’s Centre for Sustainable Development, for instance, serves as an illustration of how colleges can actively address regional and national challenges through Community Engagement and research.
Covenant University Development Centre is an effective program.
Along with emphasising the significance of a national reorientation, Kure contends that self-serving regional and political interests have undermined Nigeria’s current foundation. The administration needs to provide a clear, workable plan for the country’s development rather than just making empty promises if it wants to see actual progress. This covers measures to fortify the educational system, augment university funding, and guarantee managerial accountability at universities. Nigeria might follow the example set by nations like South Korea, which revolutionised its Educational System via focused investments and reforms.
Focusing on technology-based education and vocational training, South Korea was able to achieve tremendous economic growth. The Covenant University Development Centre is one effective program that universities in Nigeria should use. The centre encourages students to start their own businesses and makes connections with local communities. Graduates from it are not only prepared for the workforce, but also capable of creating jobs. Another such is the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), which assigns recent graduates to assist with local development in rural areas.
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Additionally, university-community involvement can have a significant influence, as demonstrated by NYSC. University education could be improved by taking a more comprehensive approach, emphasising problem-based learning, multidisciplinary collaboration, and collaboration with businesses and local government agencies. Conversely, long-term educational strategies that encourage universities to participate in national development projects should be given top priority by the government. In order to make these improvements long-lasting and significant, they must be implemented with clear timetables and accountability systems for adopting educational reforms.