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naturalwaves:
Give me the names of Nigerians that have won International Math Olympiad. Do you know what IMO is? Nigeria has never emerged first in IMO. I stopped reading when I saw that. It only means that the remainder of your article is a hogwash.

read my post again. I never said Nigeria has won the competition. I said "won medals"
In 2015, 2017 and 2020, a Nigerian student, Ayomikun Adewole, won a bronze medal at the IMO. It's still in the public domain.
From research, many Nigerian students have won medals in previous years

https://www.imo-official.org/country_individual_r.aspx?code=NGA

Villa12:
The first female governor awaiting

then we go hear say governor accuse contractor of sexual advances.

Americans don drive this car for more than 6 months nows. Na since August last year I Don dey see am

Ok

Why British Schools Should hold on:
Nigerian Students Are Already Proving Themselves

The news that British schools plan to open in Nigeria has caught many people's attention. But before we celebrate, we need to ask: Do we really need them? The idea that British schools are better is outdated and ignores the great achievements of Nigerian students. In fact, Nigerian students in local schools have proven time and again that they can compete with—and even beat—their peers from Britain and other countries. If our students are already doing so well, why bring in British schools?


Nigerian Students Are Among the Best in the World

Anyone who doubts the quality of Nigerian primary and secondary education should look at how well our students perform in global competitions. Every year, Nigerian children show they don’t need foreign schools to be the best. Here are some examples:

International Mathematics Olympiad (IMO): Nigerian students have won medals, solving tough math problems that even experts struggle with.

Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF): Our young scientists have come up with groundbreaking ideas that have gained global recognition.

Spelling Bees: Nigerian children have won big international spelling competitions, showing their intelligence and ability to handle pressure.


These aren’t just one-time events. They prove that our students are smart, hardworking, and capable—without needing British schools.

British Schools Are Not Perfect

Many people think British schools are automatically better, but that’s not true. In fact, the UK’s education system has its own problems:

Too Much Focus on Exams: British schools often push students to memorize answers for tests instead of teaching them to think creatively and solve real-life problems. Nigerian schools encourage more problem-solving skills, which help students do well in global competitions.

Mental Health Issues: From what I have read, many British students suffer from stress, anxiety, and depression due to extreme academic pressure. Do we really need to bring these issues to Nigeria?

Education Inequality: In the UK, rich students attend top private schools while public schools struggle with funding. If British schools come to Nigeria, they will likely serve only the rich, leaving the majority of students behind.


Instead of fixing Nigeria’s education system, British schools might create more problems.


Nigerian Schools Teach Strength and Creativity

One of the best things about Nigerian schools is how they teach students to be strong and creative. Despite challenges like large class sizes and limited resources, Nigerian students still excel. This shows their determination and ability to think outside the box.

British schools, on the other hand, operate in comfortable environments where students don’t face many struggles. While this might seem like an advantage, it often makes students less prepared for real-life challenges. Nigerian students learn how to succeed even in tough conditions, making them stronger and more innovative.



British Schools Will Widen the Gap Between the Rich and Poor

One major problem with bringing British schools to Nigeria is that they will only be affordable for the wealthy. Instead of improving education for all Nigerians, these schools will mostly serve rich families, leaving regular students with fewer opportunities.

A better solution would be to invest in making our local schools better. If we train teachers, improve school facilities, and create strong educational programs, we can give every Nigerian child a chance to succeed—not just a privileged few.



Nigerian Schools Teach Culture and Identity

Education is not just about books and exams. It’s also about knowing who you are and where you come from. Nigerian schools teach students about their history, traditions, and values. This helps young people stay connected to their roots while preparing them for a global future.

British schools, however, follow a Western curriculum that may not reflect Nigerian culture. Students in these schools might struggle to balance their Nigerian identity with the foreign education they receive. Instead of embracing their heritage, they may feel lost between two worlds.



We Should Celebrate and Improve Our Own Schools

Instead of looking to foreign schools for validation, Nigeria should focus on making its own education system stronger. The success of our students in international competitions proves that we already have what it takes to produce top thinkers, innovators, and leaders. What we need is more investment in education to make sure every Nigerian child has access to quality learning.

We don’t need British schools to tell us we are great. Our students are already proving it. Now, we must build on that success by improving our schools, supporting our teachers, and ensuring that all Nigerian children—rich or poor—get a chance to shine.



Conclusion

The idea that British schools are better is a false belief based on old thinking. Nigerian students have already shown they can compete and win on the global stage. Instead of importing foreign schools that will only benefit the rich, we should focus on strengthening our own system. True success doesn’t come from copying others—it comes from believing in ourselves and building on our strengths. Nigerian schools and students are already shining. Now, let’s make sure they shine even brighter.

helinues:
Bunkum news.

What's the population of Kenyans?

that is not the point. The summary is that every business is going down in Nigeria. Before dangote and NNPC refineries started working, amount of fuel import dropped because many people dumped their vehicles due to high price of fuel, number of used car imports dropped due poor sales. Many companies declared loss in trades, some closed down etc. Kenya overtook Nigeria simply because Nigerians no see money buy anymore

Anything obtained together during the marriage should be shared. Irrespective of who contributed most.

So if I Want to buy banana or watermelon, I should taste if first before paying abi?

This is base trim

If I am making such amount, I won't have the time to come advertise it on Nairaland.

You understand?

irumole1975:
Online Twitter lament at the recent cost of groceries in Nigeria citing that things are 10* more expensive now than they ever been before

what is online Twitter?

WaleAuto:
Please only serious buyer should text on WhatsApp
Location: ikorodu
Number: 08114538779

dem no dey use picture alone buy laptop. What it the specification?

DIVINEEVIDENCE:
Unless they collapse into one giant network, I see this agreement backfiring.

will collapsing into one giant network affect the exchange rate and reduce their cost of operation?

press9jatv:
hmm 🤔. Tinubu don reach 80 too now. Na money Dey hold that man

not only money. He takes his health seriously.

immortalcrown:
If they want HND and BSC to be equal, the requirements for HND should be exactly the same as the requirements for BSc.

would please share with us the differences in the requirements for acquiring both certificates?

HelenaWills:
Ohh. So Queen Latifah is a man?

anyone that has a wife is a man.

This is IPOB list.

Nigeria should be number one on that list because emilokan reforms are greatly working.


Na ipob write am

Queen Latifah and wife. Confused people. She has a wife and still bears "Queen"

So men are now queens. Make she change am to King Latifah.

This is simply 04 or 05.

BlueStripper:
Nigeria will rise again to reclaim her spot in the global stage.

the only thing attracting these people to Nigeria is its population. Nothing more. My dear country is a major stakeholder in corruption.

Girls wey dey repair phone plenty for Onitsha

This Reno is hurting himself without knowing it. Picking fights with everyone on a daily. No politician will take him seriously going forward

yarimo:
Jubilations and celebrations all over rivers state as residents well comes state of emergency. This is very commendable from president TINUBU

no be only "well Come" na well go.

Asian version. Not Dubai

Op did you not see her handle? Rihanna seriously told you she is a bad girl and you are asking why she will post that picture?

Badgirlriri (Bad Girl Riri) is her name, I don't expect anything less than that from her.

helinues:
Shame on all of them including the governor

Imagine how they have wasted 2 years fighting themselves while ignoring governance

and the Rivers people kept quiet

Righteousness2:
I Love these Trump Presidency.
No time for Nonsense!!

Ramophosa should take his case to the ICC and continue from there.

In these Life, Mind what you do to whom GOD has Blessed!

SA President Ramophosa spent the past year pursuing and Fighthing against GOD'S COVENANT NATION, ISRAEL on RUBBISH and NONSENSE things.

Today, the reverse is the case. It is from problem to Wahala

Be careful who you choose to Fight. Whom GOD has BLESSED, NO man curse!

Genesis 12:1-3
Now the Lord had said unto Abram, Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father's house, unto a land that I will shew thee:

And I will make of thee a great nation, and I will bless thee, and make thy name great; and thou shalt be a blessing:

And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.

brother, these and this are not same. Replace all the "these" in your post with "This" so that we will understand better.

badaru911:
I think the weed you dey take is too much.. Go learn history from your elders before spewing rubbish online in

but you did not say anything eventually

crestedaguiyi:
TOO LITTLE TOO LATE.

e go touch Wike and Amaechi tenure too

who do you think orchestrated this very probe?

Wetin be upgraded 2018?
For this GX 470?