“You’re effectively setting children up for failure” — Lady reveals deplorable state of primary school in Abuja
A lady has drawn attention to the reported poor condition of a government primary school in Abuja, sparking discussions about the state of basic education infrastructure in Nigeria.
In a viral video shared on social media, the woman showed what she described as an uncompleted school building, overgrown fields and inadequate facilities within the school environment.
“This is what a government primary school in the heart of Abuja looks like,” she said, pointing to the school’s surroundings.
She further alleged that pupils were forced to urinate outside because of inadequate toilet facilities.
“This is where children pass daily and this is where they learn,” she added.
The woman also questioned government spending on education, claiming that more than ₦2 trillion was allocated to education in Nigeria’s 2026 budget, while arguing that primary education was not adequately reflected in the allocation.
She referenced the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and its funding for basic education, but alleged that schools at the local level often depend heavily on Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) contributions and community support.
According to her, an unnamed source at the school told her that local and federal government funding rarely reaches the institution, leaving the school largely dependent on PTA contributions.
She described the situation as part of a wider challenge facing Nigeria’s education sector.
“Because when you don’t invest in education, you’re effectively setting children up for failure,” she said.
The woman also cited World Bank research on the relationship between education and future earnings.
The World Bank currently says that, globally, each additional year of schooling is associated with about a 9–10 per cent increase in earnings, depending on the analysis.
She argued that poor learning environments could contribute to weak educational outcomes and called for greater attention to foundational education.
Her comments come amid continuing concerns about education financing and learning outcomes in Nigeria.
The World Bank said in 2026 that Nigeria’s education pillar score remains below the median for lower-middle-income countries, while recent financing initiatives have focused on improving foundational learning and basic education.
The woman concluded by calling for stronger advocacy for improved learning environments and better education, stressing that children need proper foundational knowledge to prepare for the future.
Watch the video here…
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