A number of education experts and academics have appealed to the Federal Government (FG) to rethink its decision to discontinue a recently introduced language policy, cautioning that it may negatively affect learning outcomes and cultural preservation.

Concerns Raised by Experts

The scholars maintain that language is central to effective education, particularly in early schooling. They argue that removing the policy could make it more difficult for pupils to grasp basic concepts, especially at foundational levels.

They also point out that teaching in local languages has been widely associated with improved understanding and academic performance among learners.

Demand for Policy Review

Instead of a total cancellation, the experts are recommending that the government revise and strengthen the policy. They suggest a more inclusive system that blends indigenous languages with English to better reflect Nigeria’s linguistic diversity.

Cultural Considerations

The group further warns that dropping the policy could weaken efforts to preserve Nigeria’s many indigenous languages, which are an important part of cultural identity and heritage.

Government Response

So far, the Federal Government has not issued a detailed reaction to the appeal, while discussions on the policy continue among stakeholders in education and culture.

The scholars insist that revisiting the decision could improve both educational quality and cultural preservation. The debate highlights the challenge of balancing national education goals with Nigeria’s rich linguistic diversity.