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Illiteracy Deepens in North Despite Huge Donor Funding, FG Warns
The Nigerian federal government is alarmed by the rising illiteracy rates in the North, despite significant donor funding for education. Over the past decade, nearly 80% of development partners' investments have been directed towards this sector.
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May 16, 2026 · 00:43 · 5 min read
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The Nigerian federal government is alarmed by the rising illiteracy rates in the North, despite significant donor funding for education. Over the past decade, nearly 80% of development partners' investments have been directed towards this sector.
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The federal government's concern highlights the challenges faced in the education sector, particularly in the Northern regions, where despite substantial financial support, progress in literacy remains stagnant.