Empowering Illiterate and Unskilled Nigerians: Beyond Akara and Kulikuli?

When we enter large supermarkets, we often spot kulikuli, chinchin, akara and other local snacks mentioned by the First Lady. Who makes these products, and who buys them? Many question whether focusing on akara and kulikuli is too narrow. Should she have cited pizza, meat pie or bread to make her message more appealing? The reality on the ground is that illiterate and unskilled adults outnumber university graduates in our communities. How can we empower them effectively? Instead of pretending that everyone is educated, let’s discuss practical strategies to support all Nigerians.

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