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Educational Insights3 min read2026-05-24

Nigeria Reverses Mother-Tongue Policy, Restores English as Sole

The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially reversed the 2022 National Language Policy, reinstating English as the sole language of instruction across all levels of the country’s education system—from pre-primary to tertiary...

Azeez

Azeez

24 May 2026

Nigeria Reverses Mother-Tongue Policy, Restores English as Sole
Key takeaways
  • The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially reversed the 2022 National Language Policy, reinstating English as the sole language of instruction across all levels of the country’s education system—from pre-primary to tertiary institutions.
  • The decision, announced by the Minister of Education, Dr.
  • Tunji Alausa, marks a significant shift in Nigeria’s approach to language in education.

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