The slang “School Na Scam” has grown in Nigeria. Many say schooling is a waste because graduates are jobless or because a few “dropouts” made it big. But this mindset is dangerous.
1. Not all that glitters is gold: social media shows the few dropouts who succeeded but hides the millions who dropped out and now struggle.
2. Education is more than certificates: school builds character, wisdom, and discipline—things that sustain success. Even celebrities rely on educated lawyers, managers, and accountants to survive.
School is not a scam or a waste!!
3. Ignorance is more costly than education: some say school fees are expensive, but ignorance costs more. Many lose money to scams or bad decisions simply because they lacked education.
4. Education fits every path: whatever you want to do—business, sports, music, or ministry—education equips you to handle success wisely.
The school na scam mindset is dangerous and misleading.
5. Real-life Nigerian examples
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala used her education to lead globally. She is the current director general of the World Trade Organization.
Chimamanda Adichie’s education made her a world-class author.
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Asisat Oshoala combined football talent with discipline from education, giving her a lasting career. She also understands the value of education and established a foundation in 2015 that focuses on empowering the girl child through education and sports.
So, indeed, excelling in other skilled endeavours needs not come at the cost of a good education; rather, your success is enhanced by good education.
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