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The Digest:

In a revealing interview, UK Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch described her time at the Federal Government Girls College (FGGC), Sagamu, as a prison-like experience. She recounted difficult conditions, including using a machete and cleaning toilets with no running water. Her statement sparked widespread attention, especially regarding her feelings about her Nigerian schooling.


Key Points:
  • Kemi Badenoch shared her harsh school experience at FGGC Sagamu.
  • Described the conditions as “prison-like” and “like Lord of the Flies.”
  • Students were tasked with menial chores like using machetes for cutting grass.
  • No running water to clean toilets, leading to poor hygiene conditions.
  • Lived in overcrowded dormitories with 150 students.
  • Boarding school system was based on socialistic mixing of students.
  • Badenoch’s statement highlights her dissatisfaction with Nigeria's education system.
Badenoch's reflection on her time at FGGC Sagamu exposes the tough conditions many Nigerian students face. Her personal experience offers a raw perspective on the country's educational system, shaping her views and, in some cases, fueling her discontent.

Sources: Daily Post Nigeria