THEORY AND PRACTICE OF FREE BASIC EDUCATION IN KANO STATE: A PHILOSOPHICAL CRITIQUE

Authors

  • KABIRU UBA Educational Foundation Department, Faculty of Education, Federal University of Education, Kano
  • ABBAS A. MUHAMMAD General Studies Department, Faculty of Education, Federal University of Education, Kano
  • USMAN YUSUF Educational Foundation Department, Faculty of Education, Federal University of Education, Kano

Keywords:

Education, theory and practice, Free basic education, Philosopy

Abstract

Education is a fundamental human right and a key driver of social justice and development. Since Nigeria's independence, successive governments have introduced several educational reforms, including the 1976 Universal Primary Education (UPE) and the 1999 Universal Basic Education (UBE) programs, aimed at making education free, accessible, and compulsory at the basic level. Despite these initiatives, challenges persist, including issues with implementation, enrollment, facilities, and funding. This paper reviews the historical perspectives of the UPE and UBE programs, assesses their successes and challenges, and critiques their philosophical underpinnings, suggesting that improved management, reduced corruption, and increased funding are essential for enhancing the effectiveness of free basic education in Nigeria.

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2024-12-01

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UBA, . K. ., MUHAMMAD, A. A. . ., & YUSUF , U. . (2024). THEORY AND PRACTICE OF FREE BASIC EDUCATION IN KANO STATE: A PHILOSOPHICAL CRITIQUE. Sokoto Educational Review, 23(1), 131–140. Retrieved from http://sokedureview.org/index.php/SER/article/view/518

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Vol. 23 No. 1 (2024): Sokoto Educational Review

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