UNILORIN Professor Urges Caution: Don't Rush Children into Tertiary Education, Emphasizes Holistic Development

In a recent address, Professor Yunus Fasasi, a distinguished professor of educational management at the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), cautioned against the hasty enrollment of children into tertiary institutions. Prof. Fasasi emphasized the importance of both physical and mental development in preparing individuals to navigate life's challenges effectively.

Speaking after delivering the 256th inaugural lecture at UNILORIN, Prof. Fasasi highlighted the potential psycho-emotional consequences of prematurely advancing children through the educational system. He stressed the need for parents and stakeholders to adhere to the National Policy on Education regarding admission criteria, urging them to consider the holistic development of children before promoting them to higher levels of education.

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Titled "Holding education accountable for resources and results," the lecture underscored the significance of adequate funding for educational institutions, both public and private, to achieve the nation's educational objectives. Prof. Fasasi cautioned against the indiscriminate proliferation of educational institutions, emphasizing the importance of quality over quantity in educational planning and implementation.

Furthermore, he advocated for long-term policies, such as the Universal Primary Education (UPE) and Universal Basic Education (UBE), to ensure sustained increases in educational access while maintaining quality standards. Prof. Fasasi's insights serve as a timely reminder of the essential role of holistic development and strategic educational planning in shaping the future of the nation.