Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), has condemned the Federal Government’s handling of the education sector, describing its recent policy shift as an admission of failure.
In a post on his verified X handle, Obi reacted to the government’s plan to abolish the separation between Junior Secondary Schools (JSS) and Senior Secondary Schools (SSS), arguing that the move highlights years of mismanagement.
He stressed that education is the backbone of human capital development and economic growth, warning that Nigeria cannot overcome stagnation without prioritizing education, healthcare, and job creation.
Obi pointed to poor examination outcomes as evidence of systemic decline:In 2024, only 38.32% of candidates passed English and Mathematics in the WASSCE.
In 2025, just 32% passed the computer-based WASSCE.He also criticized budgetary allocations, noting that education received only ₦3.52 trillion in the 2026 budget, just 6.17% of total expenditure, down from 7.87% in 2025, and far below UNESCO’s recommended
