Speaker Advocates Establishment Of Additional Colleges Of Education0

Speaker of the House of Representatives, Abbas Tajudeen, has emphasized the need for more colleges of education to meet the country’s growing educational demands.

Dr Abbass stated this in Abuja at a public hearing on 10 bills seeking the establishment of Colleges of Education organized by the House Committee on Federal Colleges of Education.

He noted that despite having 205 federal, state, and privately-owned colleges, the number is inadequate considering Nigeria’s population of 230 million, with over 60% under the age of 24.

The Speaker stressed that human capital development, driven by education, is crucial for national development, social mobility, and economic empowerment.

He advocated for the establishment of ten new colleges of education, which would not only improve teacher training but also foster educational development, create employment opportunities, and stimulate socio-economic growth in host communities.

He said the proposed colleges aim to provide equitable access to quality teacher education, addressing the urgent need for expansion, particularly in underserved regions.

Also speaking, the House Committee on Colleges of Education, Adamu Tanko, emphasized the importance of education in national development and the need for robust engagement among stakeholders.

Prof. Julius Ihonvbere, sponsor of one of the bills, highlighted the lack of quality teachers in many schools, underscoring the need for more training institutions.

Anamero Dekeri, sponsoring the Federal College of Education Technical in Ogute-Oke, Okpella, emphasized the importance of focusing on technical education to drive development in the country.

Oduyemi Odumade, Edited By Grace Namiji