The Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, said that the Federal Government has launched a strategic initiative to attract foreign investors into Nigeria’s tertiary institutions.
Mamman revealed this during the ongoing 2024 Civil Service Week.
In a statement by the Director of Press and PR, Boriowo Folasade, the Minister stated that the initiative aims to diversify ownership beyond traditional federal government control to include private, state, and international stakeholders
By opening public tertiary institutions to global investment, the government will enhance educational quality, infrastructure, and innovation, positioning Nigeria as a hub for academic excellence in Africa.
“This initiative is expected to bring substantial benefits, including increased funding, improved educational facilities, and greater opportunities for collaboration with international educational institutions,” Prof. Mamman stated.
He invited interested foreign investors to explore the numerous opportunities within Nigeria’s vibrant tertiary education landscape.
During the event, the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Dr. Folasade Omolara Yemi-Esan, highlighted the African Union theme for this year’s Civil Service Week celebration: “Education for an African Fit for the 21st Century, Building Resilience Education System for Increasing Access to Inclusive Lifelong, Quality and Relevant Learning in Africa.”
She emphasized the critical role education plays in shaping the future of the African continent, noting that it is key to unlocking social and economic transformation.
The keynote speaker, Prof. Peter Okebukola, urged the government to initiate programs that will equip Nigerian civil servants with essential 21st-century skills such as digital literacy, teamwork, and media literacy.
The event also featured the presentation of awards for the Online Essay Competition, where Education Officers Mrs. Asiuloka Eucharia Nnenna and Omotosho Bukola Racheal secured the first and second positions, respectively.
