Education is often seen as the backbone of societal development. While it empowers individuals with knowledge and skills, its role extends beyond…

Source: JAMB · 2024

Education is often seen as the backbone of societal development. While it empowers individuals with knowledge and skills, its role extends beyond academics. A well-rounded education cultivates critical thinking, fosters tolerance, and promotes civic responsibility. However, the system in many regions remains skewed towards rote learning, which stifles creativity. Experts advocate for a curriculum overhaul that prioritizes analytical skills and real-world application. According to the passage, one downside of the current education system is

  1. Lack of teachers
  2. Overemphasis on technology
  3. Excessive focus on memorization ✓
  4. Neglecting academics
Explanation

Revenue allocation distributes national revenue among federal, state, and local governments. Nigeria uses formula considering: equality, population, landmass, terrain, internal revenue effort.

Sources: federation account (oil revenue, customs, VAT), derivation (13% to oil-producing states), statutory allocation. Current formula: federal 52.68%, states 26.72%, local 20.60%.

Controversies: oil states want more derivation, non-oil states want more equality, local governments want direct access (not through states). Revenue allocation remains contentious political issue.

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