Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, a former gubernatorial candidate in Lagos, has criticized the government's lack of investment in education, particularly in rural areas. He argues that this neglect is part of a broader agenda to keep Nigerians impoverished and uneducated, maintaining the current power dynamics.
Rhodes-Vivour, who is also an architect, highlighted the absence of a comprehensive historical curriculum in Nigerian schools. He believes this omission is a deliberate attempt to undermine the potential of the Nigerian people. He called for more investment in education, stressing the importance of an inclusive curriculum that reflects Nigeria’s rich and diverse history.
He emphasized that education is a powerful tool that can shape how people view themselves and inspire them toward greatness. By failing to prioritize education, Rhodes-Vivour argued, the government is limiting the nation’s capacity for critical thinking and innovation.
In addition to his advocacy for educational reform, Rhodes-Vivour called for a more equitable distribution of resources and opportunities. He criticized the concentration of wealth and power among a select few and urged the government to reduce inequality, ensuring that all Nigerians have access to essential services like education and healthcare.
He also stressed that the current curriculum, which focuses heavily on colonial history, fosters a sense of inferiority and dependence among Nigerians. He urged the government to revise the education system and promote a curriculum that empowers citizens to think critically and aspire to greater achievements.
Rhodes-Vivour concluded by emphasizing the long-term consequences of neglecting education and called on Nigerians to hold their leaders accountable for the lack of investment in the sector.
