ARABIC AND ISLAMIC EDUCATION IN THE CONTEMPORARY NIGERIA: CHALLENGES AND WAY FORWARDS

Yusuf Aroworeyin Abdul Rasaq

Abstract

Arabic and Islamic education has tremendous impact on the developmental indices of Nigeria. It is on this purpose the paper examines the modern challenges and way forward on Arabic and Islamic studies in the elementary and posts primary school. The study employs historical methodology to conduct the research it includes the following to the best of my knowledge my observation includes emphasis on character training to develop intellectual skill to acquire specific knowledge i.e learning of Quranic and Hadith and physical development to vividly observe in abstract that concern stake holders involve in Arabic and Islamic studies should make sure that the both subject are made core subject in order to strengthen its functionalism in the nation building. It also recommended among other that the educational supervision department and general curricula Department in the ministry of  education should work together to conduct workshop concentrating on all new innovative approach in order to create a healthy atmosphere for repositioning Arabic and Islamic education.