A review of sheikh professor isa ali ibrahim pantami's book emphasizes practical skills over academic degrees. The former nigerian minister's work was discussed following a visit on june 26, 2025.
The book 'skills rather than just degrees' by sheikh professor isa ali ibrahim pantami, nigeria's former minister of communications and digital economy, advocates for prioritizing practical abilities in education and employment. On the evening of thursday, june 26, 2025, the reviewer had the privilege of visiting pantami, which inspired the detailed examination of his ideas. Pantami, known for his contributions to digital policy, argues that degrees alone are insufficient in today's job market, calling for a shift towards skill-based assessments.
This review, published by daily trust, highlights pantami's perspective on reforming educational systems to better prepare nigerians for global opportunities. The discussion underscores the ongoing debate in nigeria about the value of formal qualifications versus hands-on expertise, especially in tech and innovation sectors. No specific quotes from the book are detailed in the available summary, but the title itself captures the core message: skills should take precedence over mere certification.
