Title: Navigating Turbulence: The Impact of Socio-Political Conflicts, Safety, and Security on Educational Quality in North-Central Nigeria
Authors: Femi Sunday Akinwumi, Ismail Adesina Raji, Abayomi Victor Shogunle
Volume: 8
Issue: 9
Pages: 54-64
Publication Date: 2024/09/28
Abstract:
This study examines the interplay between socio-political conflicts, safety, and security, and their collective impact on the quality of secondary education in North-Central Nigeria. Employing a quantitative research design, data were collected from 1,176 teachers and 98 principals across selected public senior secondary schools in Benue, Kogi, and Kwara states. The findings revealed significant relationships between socio-political conflicts specifically communal and political conflicts and educational quality, while ethnic and religious conflicts showed negligible impacts. Notably, school safety and security emerged as critical factors significantly enhancing educational outcomes. The study highlights the urgent need for effective safety management and conflict resolution strategies to safeguard educational environments. Recommendations include fostering collaborative safety policies among stakeholders and ensuring continuous improvement in safety measures. Ultimately, this research underscores the necessity of addressing the socio-political landscape to promote educational quality in conflict-affected regions.