Security Matters and Quality Assurance in the Development of 21st Century Nigeria: Curricular Implications.

Abstract

This paper stresses that, the development of any nation in the 21st century is critical to the economic survival and vibrancy of that nation. This is true for developing nation like Nigeria, who is still struggling with chronic factors like security and quality assurance which have kept her in the perpetual bondage of economic frustration and underdevelopment. This paper therefore reviews the current situation of security and quality assurance in the development of Nigeria in the 21st century by collecting data from related literatures through various media. The paper reviews the curricular implications for the security matters and quality assurance in the development of Nigeria. The paper among other things recommended: the inclusion of security education and periodic review of the curriculum to cater for the needs of Nigerians to enhance the development of Nigeria in the 21st century.