Practical Skills vs Certificates: The Bold Change Nigeria Needs Now
For decades, Nigeria’s educational and career systems have measured success primarily through certificates — WAEC, NECO, ND, HND, BSc, MSc, and PhDs. A long list of paper qualifications has defined who is employable, respectable, and even “educated.” But today, the world has changed dramatically. Employers are demanding hands-on problem-solvers, not just degree holders. Industries need…
