Expert Calls for Support in Nigeria's Education Reforms

Ibironk Adeagbo, founder of IA Foundation, has stated that the proposed reforms by the Federal Government of Nigeria to review the separation of junior and senior secondary schools require strong support from stakeholders. The reforms aim to address the high dropout rates among children completing secondary education.

Adeagbo, who operates from the United Kingdom, stressed that structural reforms alone will not resolve the educational crisis in Nigeria. She called for sustained collaboration among government, development partners, the private sector, and civil society.

During an education summit held last month, stakeholders discussed scalable solutions to the challenges faced by school children in Nigeria. The summit produced an education white paper and unveiled an online portal to connect school children with sponsors.

Adeagbo reaffirmed IA Foundation's commitment to promoting better educational outcomes and highlighted the importance of policy reforms, improved funding, and community engagement to keep children in school.