Goal 4: Quality education

Nigeria, like many countries, is bedevilled by significant hurdles in achieving the SDG on quality education. There is inadequate funding, resulting in infrastructure deficits, crowded classrooms, and inadequate learning materials. Regional disparities further exacerbate the problem, with starkly contrast in the literacy rates between the northeast and the southwest. Gender inequality also exists, with female children disproportionately secluded due to socio-cultural beliefs and safety reasons.  The education sector is further plagued by teacher shortages, low-quality instruction, and outdated curricula that misaligns with job market demands. Therefore, achieving the SDG on quality education largely depends on the role of the academic sector.