CHAPTER ONE
BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY
Introduction
The education sector is one of the critical areas of national development in any country, as it directly influences economic growth, social development, and the overall well-being of a nation’s citizens. In Nigeria, the education system has been faced with numerous challenges over the years, including inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, strikes by academic staff, and a general decline in the quality of education. The administration of Muhammadu Buhari, which spanned from 2015 to 2023, has had its own impact on the education sector through various policy initiatives and reforms. However, despite some positive strides, the educational sector under Buhari also faced considerable challenges, including budgetary constraints, strikes by academic staff, and inconsistent policy implementation. This evaluation seeks to analyze the educational policies introduced and implemented by the Buhari administration between 2016 and 2022, assessing their successes, shortcomings, and the long-term impact on Nigeria’s educational landscape.1
This chapter will examine the educational policies implemented by the Buhari government from 2016 to 2022, focusing on their aims, achievements, and challenges. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the extent to which the educational policies of this period have addressed the issues facing the Nigerian education sector and their broader implications for the country’s development.2
Aim and Objectives
The objectives of a study evaluating the educational policy of Muhammadu Buhari from 2016 to 2022 would typically focus on assessing the effectiveness, challenges, and achievements of his administration’s education-related initiatives.
The primary objectives of this study are:
1. To critically assess the educational policies introduced during Muhammadu Buhari’s presidency from 2016 to 2022.
2. To evaluate the impact of these policies on the quality of education in Nigeria.
3. To analyze the challenges and successes of these policies.
4. To offer recommendations for improving educational policy in future Nigerian administrations.