Ex-Minister advocates more investment in education for competitive economy

From Felix Ikem, Nsukka
Former Minister of Power, Prof Bart Nnaji, has advocated increased investment in education, as a critical driver of economic competitiveness and sustainable development in the 21st century.
Nnaji made the call in Nsukka on Wednesday while delivering the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) 66th Founders’ Day Lecture, titled, “Grappling with 21st Century Development Challenges through Higher Education in Nigeria.”
He said Nigeria could not achieve sustainable economic advancement without strengthening its educational institutions and creating an environment where universities could effectively contribute to technological innovation, industrial development and n...