Abayomi Susan
Nigeria’s ongoing education reform efforts have received international recognition, with former Tanzanian President and Chairman of the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) Board, Jakaya Kikwete, commending the initiatives led by the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa.
Kikwete praised the reforms during a meeting with Alausa ahead of the Global Education Summit scheduled for September, where President Bola Tinubu is expected to co-chair the high-level gathering alongside Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni.
The former Tanzanian leader congratulated the minister on the progress recorded in Nigeria’s education sector, describing the reforms as evidence of the country’s renewed commitment to improving learning outcomes and strengthening its education system.
According to Kikwete, Nigeria’s increasing prominence within the Global Partnership for Education demonstrates the impact of the reforms and the country’s growing influence in shaping global education priorities.
He noted that Alausa’s membership of the GPE Board reflects Nigeria’s active role in advancing access to quality education and contributing to international policy discussions on education development.
Kikwete also expressed optimism that the forthcoming Global Education Summit would help mobilise increased global investment and strengthen partnerships aimed at expanding access to quality education worldwide.
In his response, Alausa expressed appreciation to Kikwete for his contributions to education and leadership development across Africa and beyond.
“Thank you, Mr President, for all your service to Africa, to the world, and to the children of the world for all the things you continue to do to support foundational education,” the minister said.
Alausa also acknowledged Kikwete’s efforts in mentoring young leaders, describing his commitment as an example of transformative leadership and sustainable development.
The minister reaffirmed the Federal Government’s determination to deepen education reforms under President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda through stronger partnerships, increased investment and evidence-based policies focused on improving learning outcomes and expanding access to quality education.
He assured that the Ministry of Education would continue collaborating with the Global Partnership for Education and other international stakeholders to develop an inclusive, resilient and future-ready education system capable of equipping Nigerian learners with the skills required to compete in the 21st century.
