Asup calls on fg to pay close attention to growth of polytechnic education
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The Association of Private Universities in Nigeria (ASUP) has called on the Federal Government to pay close attention to the growth and development of polytechnic education in the country. In a statement, ASUP expressed concern over the decline in the quality of polytechnic education in Nigeria, citing inadequate funding, poor infrastructure, and lack of qualified teachers as major challenges.
The association urged the government to take immediate steps to address these challenges and ensure that polytechnic education is given the necessary attention and resources to thrive. ASUP also called for the establishment of a special fund to support the growth and development of polytechnics in Nigeria.
The statement read in part: "We urge the Federal Government to pay close attention to the growth and development of polytechnic education in Nigeria. The decline in the quality of polytechnic education is a matter of great concern to us, and we believe that immediate action is needed to address the challenges facing polytechnics in the country."
ASUP also called on the government to review the curriculum of polytechnic programs to ensure that they are relevant to the needs of the industry and the economy. The association also urged the government to provide adequate funding for polytechnics to enable them to provide quality education and training to their students.
The statement concluded: "We believe that polytechnic education is a vital component of Nigeria's education system, and we urge the government to take immediate steps to address the challenges facing polytechnics in the country. We are confident that with the necessary support and resources, polytechnics can play a major role in the development of Nigeria's economy and society."