NUJ's Grace Ike Advocates Education Reforms at Summit

At the 2026 Education Summit held in Abuja, Grace Ike, the chair of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) FCT Council, called for practical and classroom-focused reforms in Nigeria's education sector. She urged stakeholders to assess the progress of reforms introduced during the past three years of President Bola Tinubu's administration, emphasizing that education is foundational for national development.

Ike pointed out significant challenges, including inadequate funding, infrastructure deficits, frequent strikes, and unequal access to education between urban and rural areas. She acknowledged steps taken towards reform but warned that substantial challenges persist.

Additionally, Dr. Tunji Alausa from the Federal Ministry of Education announced plans for a nationwide household survey to accurately determine the number of school children in Nigeria, as existing estimates are outdated.

The summit aimed to foster constructive recommendations for improving the education system, with a focus on evidence-based policymaking and accountability.