Universal Basic Education
Reforming the education sector is a crucial step towards achieving sustainable development and improving the quality of life for all Nigerians The House will implement some of the following tailored legislative measures.
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- Amend the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) Act 2004 to increase the share of the Consolidated Revenue Fund allocated to UBEC from 2% to 4% The goal is to ensure that the allocation to education meets the recommended benchmark by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) of 15-20% share of the total national budget
- Enact a law that promotes the education of children with special needs, ensuring they have access to quality education in inclusive settings
- Prioritise resource allocation to basic and secondary institutions and agencies