THE ROLE OF EDUCATION AS A PRIMARY TOOL FOR NATION BUILDING

Abstract

This paper focused on the various contributions of education to nation building. The challenges facing the development and quality of education in Nigeria were also raised and discussed succinctly. These include among other things the politicization of education, the use of education as an instrument of social control, and gender issues. Solutions to the aforementioned challenges were proffered to expedite actions aimed at nation building in Nigeria. Thus, government and all those charged with the responsibility of education should stop politicizing it. The funding of education should be improved upon so as to enhance the availability of facilities. Education stakeholders should frequently enlighten parents on the dangers of relegating the education of the girl-child and so on.