It assured that the government would give education a top priority in the country’s development goals. Buhari made the assertion when the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) led by its President Prof. Biodun Ogunyemi visited him at the State House, Abuja. “The future of this country depends on quality education and our certificates must be credible to inspire confidence,” he added. He directed the Ministry of Education to put in more effort in ensuring that Nigerian universities were properly funded with adequate infrastructure and manpower. Appropriate funding level, competitive conditions of service, university autonomy and academic freedom are critical to creating such an atmosphere,” he stated.

Source: The Guardian January 10, 2020 04:41 UTC