Alausa urges diaspora Nigerians to support education reforms
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, has called on Nigerians in the diaspora to support the country’s education reforms through research and techno Read More: https://punchng.com/alausa-urges-diaspora-nigerians-to-support-education-reforms/
Minister of Education Dr. Tunji Alausa has called on Nigerian expatriates to support education reforms, research, innovation and technology transfer in Nigeria. Speaking at the grand finale of the African Cultural Festival in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Alausa emphasized that the expertise of Nigerians abroad could strengthen the country's human capital and accelerate national development.
He urged academics, researchers, professionals and institutions to participate in the BRIDGE programme, which aims to connect Nigerian institutions with global expertise. Alausa stressed that contributing to national development does not require permanent relocation, as diaspora Nigerians can make meaningful contributions through both physical and virtual engagement.
The Federal Government's education transformation agenda covers all levels of education, from basic to tertiary, and includes initiatives like the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, expanded technical and vocational training, curriculum modernization, medical education, teacher development, and infrastructure investments. Alausa also highlighted the importance of transnational education, stating that partnerships should focus on knowledge exchange, research, faculty development, technology transfer, and stronger university-industry linkages.
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