We Are Concerned About Low Funding Of Education and Research in Tertiary Institutions- Don
From Olatunji Omirin, Maiduguri
A University don has urged the Federal Government to prioritize the funding of education and research, which would enhance human capital development in the society.
The Dean, Faculty of Management Science of the University of Maiduguri, Prof Shehu Mustapha Liberty, said this during a pre-conference briefing of the 2nd International Conference of the faculty slated for 11th-13th February 2025 organized by Unimaid in Maiduguri yesterday.
Prof. Liberty lamented that the decline in research funding/ grants is not only worrisome but also is a thing concern, citing that education remains a critical tool to advance society.
He warned the Tinubu administration bury the idea of scraping TeTfund which he described as the only intervention in the infrastructural development of higher institutions across the country.
“Today 10th of February, we are yet to get our salary for last month. Our colleagues have families and things are bad. I am calling on the Federal government to prioritize the funding of education because it is the bedrock of any meaningful society. We are deeply worried about declining grants of research and funding of higher education in the country.”he said.
Speaking on the 2nd international conference, Shehu opined that the conference is multidisciplinary and expected to facilitate the exchange of ideas, which would foster collaboration and innovation.
He said the conference theme is,” Harnessing Sustainable Development Goal towards Expanding Economic Frontiers: Opportunities Challenges, and Emerging Solutions,”
Prof Shehu explained that Nigeria is a key player in the global community and cannot afford to lag behind in sustainable development.
“The SDGs are practical roadmaps for eradicating poverty, improving education, ensuring clean energy access, and creating resilient economic systems. “
