We are concerned about low funding of education, research in tertiary institutions- Don

Speaking at the 2nd international conference, Shehu opined the conference is multidisciplinary and expected to facilitate the exchange of ideas as disciplines, which would foster collaboration and innovation….

From Olatunji Omirin, Maiduguri

A university don has urged the federal government to prioritize the funding of education and research, which would enhance the human capital development of society.

Speaking Dean, Faculty of Management Science of the University of Maiduguri, Prof Shehu Mustapha Liberty, said during a pre-conference briefing of the 2nd International Conference of the faculty slated for 11th-13th February 2025 organized by the Unimaid in Maiduguri yesterday.

Prof. Liberty lamented that the decline in research funding/ grants is not only worrisome but also is a thing concerns, citing that education remains a critical tool to advance society.

He warned the Tinubu administration to buried ideas of scrapinging the TeTfund, which he described as only interventions for 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 sould prioritize the funding of education because it is a bedrock of meaningful society. We are deeply worried about declining in grants of research and funding of higher education in the country.”he said.

Speaking at the 2nd international conference, Shehu opined the conference is multidisciplinary and expected to facilitate the exchange of ideas as disciplines, which would foster collaboration and innovation.

He said ththe at conference theme,” 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. “