Scholars have called on the Federal Government to reverse the cancellation of Nigeria’s National Language Policy.
The call was made during a discourse at the University of Ibadan, where experts described the decision as a setback to education and cultural development.
The policy had required that children from early education to Primary Six be taught in their mother tongue or local language.
Speakers at the event warned that removing the policy could weaken indigenous languages and affect national identity.
They argued that relying solely on English threatens cultural preservation and long-term development.
Some also described the move as harmful to education, stressing that local languages play a key role in learning and communication.
The scholars urged the government to act quickly and restore the policy to protect Nigeria’s linguistic heritage.