Open Letter Criticizes Nigerian Education Minister for Scrapping National Language Policy

The open letter by Bibi Bakar Yusuf addresses the Minister of Education's decision to abolish the national language policy in favor of English dominance, highlighting the impact on indigenous languages and cultural heritage. The letter criticizes the move as a setback to decolonization efforts and calls for the preservation of mother tongue education.

It also questions the government's neglect of language roots in the education system. The letter emphasizes the importance of linguistic diversity and cultural empowerment in shaping a more inclusive educational framework.