Professor Yunus Fasasi, a Professor of Educational Management at the University of Ilorin, recently delivered the 256th inaugural lecture at the university, where he advised parents against rushing their children into higher educational institutions.
Fasasi emphasized the importance of allowing children to mature before pursuing higher education, noting that premature entry into universities could hinder their ability to cope with the challenges of life.
His advice comes in the context of children gaining admission into universities at a young age, a phenomenon he believes could have negative consequences on their physical and mental development.
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Fasasi’s remarks echo sentiments expressed by the Minister of Education, Professor Tahir Mamman, who advocated for a minimum entry age of 18 years into tertiary institutions.
Mamman emphasized the need for children to attain a level of maturity before venturing into higher education.
In an interview after his lecture titled “Holding Education Accountable For Resources and Results”, Fasasi cautioned parents and guardians against rushing their wards into higher institutions.
He highlighted the importance of adhering to the National Policy on Education, which outlines stages of education and corresponding ages.
Fasasi stressed that rushing immature children into higher education could lead to behavioral issues in the future, urging parents to prioritize the mental and physical development of their children before considering higher education.
He emphasized the significance of following educational policies designed to ensure holistic development.
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