Poverty Reduction through Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria

Abstract

This study was carried out to identify poverty reduction through Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria. It reviews the significance of TVET, discusses poverty and its effects and as well as impact of poverty on TVET. The study addresses the factors affecting implementation of TVET programmes and it also explores how TVET can be used as a tool in reducing poverty and enhances development in Nigeria. The study ends up with a deep conclusion and also recommends that in order to combat the scourge of poverty in Nigeria; Government should review vocational education policy to strengthen the development of the Nation.

Keywords: Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), Poverty Reduction