From Abdulfatah Babatunde
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has advised the Oyo State Government to make education a matter of utmost priority.
TheNewsZenith reports that the MURIC gave the advice, following a recent report on the education sector in the State.
The Oyo State MURIC Secretary-General, Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, gave the advice in a statement emailed to TheNewsZenith.
MURIC called for urgent proactive measures to ensure proper access to education in the state.
“We strongly oppose your decision to convert the Oyo State Library Board into a shopping complex.
“This move is alarming and indicates a disregard for education in Oyo State.
“Converting a public library into a commercial space for traders will deprive the community of a valuable resource essential for education, research and community development.
“Moreover, the deplorable conditions of schools in Oyo state, suggest lack of priority for education,” the statement read in part.
According to MURIC, the sale of public facilities, such as the modern motor park facility in the Wema area, Old Ife Road Ibadan, to private individuals is also concerning.
“We urge you to rescind your decision to convert the library into a shopping complex and prioritize education in Oyo State.
“You must withdraw your plan for the relocation of the library from where it is to another place.
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“We advise that government should build more libraries than the relocation of the dilapidated ones.”
Agunbiade said MURIC had received many complaints from students of many faith-based missionary public schools, alleging they were disallowed from using hijab on their School uniform.
“We understand that there’s a supposed memorandum of understanding between the Christian missionaries and the state government that the students of those schools would not be allowed to wear hijabs.
“This has to stop, it’s an infringement of the Muslim girls’ rights. A channel to deprive Muslim children of their right to education, in public schools owned by the government.
“We request that you increase funding for education; fix dilapidated schools and issue a circular backing the use of hijab in all government public schools.
“You should also provide the necessary resources for our children to thrive,” TheNewsZenith quoted MURIC as stating.
It remarked that education was crucial for economic growth, poverty reduction and fostering an informed citizenry.
“We demand that you take education seriously, prioritize it in your budget, and work towards creating a world-class educational system.
“The future of our state depends on the quality of education we provide to our children.
“We expect more from your administration and hope you will take our concerns seriously.”
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