Nigeria Moves to Make Agriculture Training 80% Practical in Tertiary Institutions
By Abulu Osemuaghu
Nigeria is set to overhaul the way agriculture is taught in tertiary institutions, with the Federal Government proposing that 80 per cent of agricultural training be practical and 20 per cent theoretical.
The Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, said the proposed reform is aimed at equipping young Nigerians with practical skills needed to secure employment, create businesses and contribute to the growth of the agricultural sector.
The proposal is contained in a report by the National Implementation Committee on the Review and Development of Agricultural Curricula for Tertiary Institutions in Nigeria.
Receiving the report on Thursday, Alausa said the proposed model would mark a major shift from the current structure, which allocates 70 per cent to theory and 30 per cent to practical training.
Under the new framework, students would spend significantly more time acquiring hands-on experience and developing occupational skills relevant to modern agriculture.
The minister said the reform aligns with the Federal Government’s broader efforts to strengthen agriculture, promote youth employment and support sustainable economic development.
Alausa also called for the comprehensive implementation of the revised curricula, stressing the need for stronger collaboration among industry professionals, academics, teachers and other stakeholders.
He urged those responsible for implementing the reforms to fully understand the new training model and the objectives behind the proposed changes.
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