In an era marked by rapid technological advancements, geopolitical shifts, and pressing global challenges, the role of education in shaping democratic societies has never been more critical.
Education is not merely a tool for personal advancement but a fundamental pillar supporting the very fabric of democratic governance. This is a truth captured powerfully by Nigerian poet and novelist Chinua Achebe, who observed that “a functioning, robust democracy requires a healthy educated, participatory followership, and an educated, morally grounded leadership.”
