The Real Crisis in Nigeria Isn’t Just Ignorance—It’s the Pride in It

Nigeria’s biggest problem isn’t merely the absence of intelligent conversation—it’s the bold, unapologetic display of ignorance by some of our own people.

Here’s a thought worth considering: What if the Oyo State Government transformed our numerous religious institutions into bilingual schools? These centers of worship could double as centers of learning, where our brothers and sisters are introduced to foreign languages and international intelligence studies.

It’s high time we started teaching our children Mandarin. Why? Because China isn’t just shaping the future—it’s reinventing it. From groundbreaking tech innovations to global economic dominance, China’s revolution in technology is something our youth must not only understand but participate in.

Oyo State must act now. We need to establish future-focused academic programs today for the benefit of generations yet to come. Let’s prepare our children not just to survive, but to lead in a globalized world.

– Mogaji Wole Arisekola, writing from Ibadan