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CLASS OF 2015
Kaltume, Hadiza and Rukaya live in central Nigeria. Follow their experiences and the progress of class two of Kabiji Primary School, who are due to finish their primary education in 2015.
In The Spotlight
Opening the Door to Educational Opportunities for Females in Nigeria
Being with American University of Nigeria (AUN) has opened my eyes and has given me the courage to see myself as part of Nigeria's future. I see myself as a women who can make a direct contribution to Nigerian development. In the past, Nigerian women have not always found themselves at the helm when it comes to leadership. Neither have they traditionally been given priority when it comes to education. Now, awareness of the importance of women in society has risen in Nigeria and the doors have been opened slightly to allow females to be among the new leaders and key decision makers that will shape Nigeria's future.
Introducing Students to the Challenges and Triumphs of Nigerian Government & Politics
I teach high school seniors “Advanced Placement Comparative Government & Politics” as part of a senior seminar with AP Literature at Oakton High School in Fairfax County, Virginia. Nigeria is one of six core case study countries for the AP Comparative Government course. I’m always looking for relevant materials that I can use for the class.
The First and Only Female Candidate for President in Nigeria
CALL her the last woman standing and you will not be wrong. Sarah Jubril is the only woman to challenge President Goodluck Jonathan and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar in the quest for the presidential flag of the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. And across the 63 political parties, she is the only woman of substance still fighting to occupy the Aso Rock seat of power.
News
Nigeria's Challenges Affect All of Us
More than 7 million Nigerian children of primary school age - more than any other country in the world - remain outside the school system, and 62% of those children are girls.
African Art: A Powerful Teaching Tool
PCNAF helps teachers internationalize their curriculum. We believe African art can serve as a powerful vehicle for learning about and appreciating African culture. Students can experience the cultural richness and diversity of Africa through its art.
*Image information: Funerary shrine cloth - Okon Akpan Abuje, born ca. 1900 - Afaha clan, Anang peoples - Nigeria Late 1970s - Commercial cotton cloth, cotton thread H x W: 344.8 x 153 cm (135 3/4 x 60 1/4 in.) Museum purchase 84-6-9 Photograph by Franko Khoury National Museum of African Art Smithsonian Institution