Nigeria's Education Crisis: Over 20 Million Out of School

The article discusses the deteriorating safety conditions in Nigeria, particularly in relation to education, where over 20 million children are out of school, the highest rate globally. The narrative begins with the abduction of 276 girls in Chibok twelve years ago, marking the start of widespread terror across the nation.

The author argues that the government's inability to ensure safety for children in schools, farmers, worshippers, and travelers signifies a failure of the social contract, as outlined by John Locke, who stated that a government's primary role is to protect its citizens' rights. The ongoing violence has desensitized the public, leading to a tragic choice for rural parents: keep children at home or risk their abduction at school.

This situation reflects a deeper societal collapse, as the state has turned educational institutions into dangerous environments, ultimately threatening national development and stability.